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100 Days: On The Road In Troubled Times

In Paradise, A Prayer For More Snowmobilers

January 28, 2009 • In winter, snowmobiling is like a religion in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Devotees flock to the area, where restaurants advertise "Snowmobilers Welcome," and gas stations serve more snowmobiles than cars. But residents in the town of Paradise say the sinking economy is keeping many tourists home this year.

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100 Days: On The Road In Troubled Times

'100 Days' Tour Kicks Off With Tales From Michigan

January 25, 2009 • As President Obama spends his first 100 days in office, NPR is launching a project called "100 Days: On the Road in Troubled Times." NPR's David Greene will spend most of the next hundred days roaming the U.S. and, with help from listeners, relaying stories about the recession. Greene kicks off the tour in frigid northern Michigan.

'100 Days' Tour Kicks Off With Tales From Michigan

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100 Days: On The Road In Troubled Times

Coping With Recession Around The U.S.

January 25, 2009 • The first 100 days of a presidency are considered a yardstick for what can be accomplished in a first term. President Obama faces a global financial crisis and the need to restore Americans' confidence. To mark this crucial period, NPR launches its own "100 Days" road trip around the U.S., and we'd like your help.

Politics

Bush Returns To Texas

January 20, 2009 • For the first time, it's "former" President George W. Bush. After attending the inauguration of Barack Obama, the 43rd president flew by helicopter to Andrews Air Force Base, the first stop on his return to Texas.

Bush Returns To Texas

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Politics

Clock Ticks Down: 2 Hours Till Obama Takes Oath

January 20, 2009 • President-elect Barack Obama will take the oath of office at noon. He will be sworn in on the steps of the U.S. Capitol. Before that, Obama meets with President George Bush, who is about to become a private citizen again. Michelle Obama will hold the Bible when her husband takes the oath.

Clock Ticks Down: 2 Hours Till Obama Takes Oath

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Politics

No Rest For Obama

November 8, 2008 • President-elect Obama got down to business in Chicago this week. He chose Illinois Congressman Rahm Emanuel as White House chief of staff, got his first classified intelligence briefings and faced reporters for the first time since the election.

No Rest For Obama

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Politics

Obama: Quick Action Needed On Economy

November 7, 2008 • President-elect Barack Obama has said the country is facing a major economic crisis and swift action is needed to resolve it. Obama made his comments in Chicago at his first news conference since his election victory Tuesday.

Obama: Quick Action Needed On Economy

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Politics

Emanuel Is Obama's Chief Of Staff

November 6, 2008 • Illinois Rep. Rahm Emanuel has accepted the position of president-elect Barack Obama's chief of staff. Meanwhile, President Bush and Obama are to meet Monday for talks as part of the Democrat's transition to the White House.

Emanuel Is Obama's Chief Of Staff

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Politics

Who's At The Top Of Obama's Schedule?

November 6, 2008 • President-elect Barack Obama is appointing his transition team and beginning to form his cabinet. We look at who Obama is meeting with and where he's traveling to over the next several days.

Who's At The Top Of Obama's Schedule?

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Election 2008

Economy A Critical Issue For Ohio Voters

November 5, 2008 • Ohio voters helped Democrat Barack Obama win his race for the White House. Months ago, pundits wondered whether white working-class voters in Ohio would support an African-American candidate.

Economy A Critical Issue For Ohio Voters

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Election 2008

In Ohio, Voters Discuss Election

November 4, 2008 • Voters in Ohio talk about what brought them to the polls and who they voted for. Both John McCain and Barack Obama are campaigning hard to win the crucial swing state's 20 electoral votes.

In Ohio, Voters Discuss Election

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Election 2008

NPR Reporters Reflect On Campaign

November 3, 2008 • They've traveled by bus and by plane from New Hampshire to California, and every state in between. From caucuses to state fair speeches, NPR's political reporters have been on the road for almost two years. On Tuesday, it will all be over.

NPR Reporters Reflect On Campaign

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Election 2008

Iraq, Experience Key In Election For Walsh, Colo.

November 3, 2008 • For residents of Walsh., Colo., population 700, Tuesday's presidential vote will center on the war in Iraq and the experience of the candidates. NPR's David Greene returns to the farming community that he visited earlier in the campaign to gauge the mood just before Election Day.

Iraq, Experience Key In Election For Walsh, Colo.

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Election 2008

In Florida, McCain Focuses On Security, Economy

October 30, 2008 • To win next Tuesday, Republican John McCain likely has to hold on to most, if not all, the states President Bush carried in the last two elections. And one of the big ones is Florida, where McCain spent all day Wednesday. In addition to the economy, he focused on his own political strength — national security.

In Florida, McCain Focuses On Security, Economy

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