The nation's 44th president is the first to say the word "gay" in an inaugural address — and equated the gay-rights battle to the historic struggles of blacks and women
You'd think the military would want uniform patterns that keep its members safe. And yet somehow, "distinctiveness" has trumped safety
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Eric Cantor seems willing to compromise. Now it's up to Democrats to end the Age of Cliffs
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The junior senator from Florida has commander-in-chief written all over him
Despite conservatives insisting he's an out-of-control socialist, the president is downright Republican on many key issues
Hundreds of thousands of Americans flock to the National Mall to watch the encore swearing-in of our 44th president
The president begins his second term with an unabashed paean to progressive values
"We have reached a higher degree of comfort and security than ever existed before in the history of the world." Bill Clinton or Herbert Hoover?
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Tune in as the president is ceremonially sworn in for a second term
"My fellow Americans: Ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country"
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Democrats and Republicans vehemently disagree over just about everything concerning President Obama. These figures might explain why
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My wife dresses me like a hipster. Help! |
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Did the anti-abortion movement lead to more single moms? |
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Has Obama given up on boosting economic growth? |
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Does stress make you age faster? |
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How a blind man hiked the Appalachian Trail |
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PHOTOS: Inside the American brothel |
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Britain pledges referendum on European Union |
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How to prepare for your political appointment |
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Good luck, John Kerry |
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Democrats grumble about Obama's permanent campaign |
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Paul Ryan: Now and then |
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