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World
Obama Reassures Singh On U.S.-India Ties
November 25, 2009 As a sign of India's rising stature, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was treated to the first state visit of Obama's presidency. The two leaders pledged to strengthen their economic ties, and Obama reiterated the importance of the U.S. relationship with India. During a news conference with Singh, Obama also addressed the topic of Afghanistan.
Politics
GOP Governors Meeting Decidedly Upbeat
November 19, 2009 The Republican Governors Association is holding its annual meeting this week in Austin, Texas. Thanks to recent election victories in Virginia and New Jersey, Republicans are feeling good again. They plan to use those wins to help the party rebound in 2010.
Environment
Environment Or Economy? Obama's Balancing Act

November 17, 2009 To sell Congress and others on the idea of taking bold steps to curb global warming, President Obama casts his arguments in terms of job creation. Many environmental activists say they wish he'd do more to push the "green" agenda.
Governing
For Obama, Ceremonies Emphasize Weight Of War

November 12, 2009 From his stop at Dover Air Force base to a visit to Walter Reed Army Medical Center to Wednesday's private visit to military grave sites, President Obama appears to feel the weight of war acutely as he considers U.S. options for Afghanistan. None are likely to be welcomed by the American public.
Pulse Of The Nation: A Year After Election '08
GOP Revels In Success, But Some Are Cautious
November 5, 2009 The environment could hardly be better for Republicans — the out party typically scores big in off-year elections, particularly when the economy is flagging. The party sees a chance for big gains in next year's midterms, even as it deals with its own internal ideological battles.
Pulse Of The Nation: A Year After Election '08
Ohio Shaping Up As Battleground in 2010

November 2, 2009 On the eve of Election Day, many are already looking to next year's midterm elections. And no place will be watched more closely than Ohio, where the governorship, a U.S. Senate seat and three key congressional districts are up for grabs. Will a drop in enthusiasm for Obama, due largely to the state's still slumping economy, hurt Democratic candidates?
Politics
Obama In Campaign Mode To Boost Party, Agenda

October 23, 2009 Since taking office, President Obama had kept a relatively low profile on the campaign trail — until recently. In the past week, he has raised money for the party, stumped for candidates and rallied his army of volunteers.
