Business
What Went Wrong With Prius Braking System?
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Senate Republicans Block Obama Labor Board Pick
()Senate Republicans have succeeded in blocking President Obama's choice of a union lawyer for the National Labor Relations Board. The 52-33 vote to move forward with the nomination of Craig Becker fell short of the 60 needed to overcome a GOP filibuster.
How Health Overhaul Would Affect The Uninsured
Much of Dems' plans and rhetoric for a health system overhaul focused on the uninsured.
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As the U.S. workforce becomes more diverse, NPR explores the benefits and challenges of hiring, promoting and retaining workers in America.
NPR tracks significant events and developments in the Obama administration.
Economy
Obama Prods Congress To Unite On Job Creation()
The president met with House and Senate leaders to push for consensus on legislation that creates jobs, citing public frustration with the lack of progress on key issues. Afterward, the Senate's top Republican said GOP lawmakers could support some pieces of the jobs package.
Health Care
As Focus Shifts To Jobs, The Uninsured Seek Solutions()
The national debate over health care appears to be taking a back seat to jobs creation — but the problem persists for people who have jobs but no health insurance. A recently developed health alliance in New Orleans aims to be at least part of the solution to this problem.
Economy
New Generation Of Sites Refine Online Job Search()
February 10, 2010 New job search sites use improved search technology to pair job seekers with opportunities that match their skills and goals. But perfected online tools can only do so much in the face of a dismal job market.
National Security
Eric Holder And The Politics Of Terrorism Trials()
Attorney General Eric Holder has come under fire, mostly from the Republican side of the aisle, for the decision to try Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed in a civilian court — and for the handling of "underwear bomber" Umar Abdulmutallab after his arrest. New Yorker journalist Jane Mayer looks at growing partisan differences about national security.
Business
Can Toyota Recover Its Reputation For Quality?()
The Japanese automaker has stumbled badly in managing its current recall crisis. It's been accused of withholding information, changing its story and being less than aggressive in dealing with the various problems. Assuming the automaker can solve its problems, regaining public trust could take years.
Around the Nation
Storm Socks Midwest, Takes Aim At Mid-Atlantic()
The second major snowstorm in less than a week was bearing down toward the region, where plows still hadn't touched some roads, utility workers were struggling to restore power, and shovels were in short supply. The storm could dump more than a foot of snow on top of the nearly 3 feet already on the ground in many areas.
