May 21, 2013

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Chief of Staff

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So Five Former Chiefs of Staff Walk Into a Bar....

Joan Michelson | Posted 04.04.2013 | Politics

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This Chief of Staff to the POTUS is a fascinating role. It's not in the Constitution and didn't even exist until World War II, moderator David Gergen pointed out, yet it wields tremendous power.

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The First Ladies' First Lady: Creating an Undefined Role in the White House

Nicole Glass | Posted 05.04.2013 | Politics

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When their husbands win the presidency, American first ladies are thrust into the spotlight, forced to take a position with no job description and no pay. And it's not an easy task.

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Upcoming Documentary Looks At The Power Behind The President

AP | Posted 01.06.2013 | Entertainment

PASADENA, Calif. -- Makers of a Discovery network documentary on presidential chiefs of staff have a perfect participation record. All 19 living men ...

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Friday Talking Points -- Run It Up the Flagpole

Chris Weigant | Posted 03.14.2012 | Politics

The "right to privacy" goes back further than Roe v. Wade. It actually stretches back to another Supreme Court case -- Griswold v. Connecticut. Remind people what this means.

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Is White House Chief Jack Lew's Banking Background Bad News For Financial Reform?

HuffingtonPost.com | Ben Hallman | Posted 01.11.2012 | Business

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As President Barack Obama's new White House chief of staff, ex-banker Jacob Lew assumes a powerful position at the height of a Washington battle over ...

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WATCH: Rahm Says Chief Of Staff Gig Is 'Toughest Job In America'

Posted 01.10.2012 | Chicago

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CHICAGO -- Mayor Rahm Emanuel weighed in on the departure of White House chief of staff Bill Daley Tuesday, saying the fellow Chicagoan can leave the ...

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WATCH: Daley Weighs In On Rahm's Performance So Far

Posted 11.22.2011 | Chicago

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Former Mayor Richard M. Daley had little to say about Mayor Rahm Emanuel's performance in Chicago, but doled out veiled criticism by highlighting prob...

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Longing For Rahm: Democrats Still Adjusting To Life With Bill Daley

HuffingtonPost.com | Jennifer Bendery | Posted 11.15.2011 | Politics

WASHINGTON -- Ask a congressional Democrat about the job Bill Daley is doing as President Barack Obama's chief of staff, and chances are you'll be met...

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Warren Buffett Chief Of Staff's Business Card: 'You Don't Call Me. I Call You'

The Huffington Post | Harry Bradford | Posted 10.31.2011 | Business

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Yesterday was Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett's birthday. And while the 81-year-old's public perception is that of an affable billionaire, his c...

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Why Every (Enlightened) Chief Executive Needs a Chief of Staff

Jane Pak | Posted 09.17.2011 | Business

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We inherently believe the structure prevails and that the people should and will follow chains of command, hierarchy and protocol.

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Villaraigosa's Chief Of Staff Resigns

latimes.com | David Zahniser | Posted 09.05.2011 | Los Angeles

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Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa's chief of staff, Jeff Carr, announced Wednesday that he is stepping down from his post, the latest sign of tur...

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Daley, Chief Of Staff, Earned $8.7 Million From JPMorgan Last Year

The Huffington Post | William Alden | Posted 05.25.2011 | Business

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Last year, the new White House chief of staff earned more than 180 times the pay of a typical American worker. William Daley, formerly JPMorgan Cha...

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Obama Appoints Mr. Monopoly as Economic Advisor

Spencer Green | Posted 05.25.2011 | Comedy

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In his continuing efforts to forge better ties with business, President Obama has appointed Rich Uncle Pennybags, aka Mr. Monopoly, as Chairman of the Economic Recovery Advisory Board.

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So Bill Daley, Who's Your Daddy?

The 14th Banker | Posted 05.25.2011 | Business

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Our financial system is past its prime. It is not longer suitable for the evolving society. So will Daley stand for the entrenched interests, or muster the courage to help the President usher in a new age?

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Exclusive: Daley Dismisses Report That He Forced Gibbs Out

HuffingtonPost.com | Sam Stein | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics

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MIAMI -- The timing of President Barack Obama's appointment of Bill Daley as his new chief of staff, coming less than a day after Robert Gibbs announc...

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The Smart Choice

Eric London | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics

Reaction to Obama's selection of Bill Daley as his chief of staff has been limited to a fairly predictable argument. But beyond the politics, is he a smart choice? I'd say yes. There are four arguments for Daley that are compelling.

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William Daley Goes to Washington?

Jeff Danziger | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics

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WATCH: Sam Stein Explains Why Obama May Pick Bill Daley With An Eye Toward 2012

Huff TV | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics

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Sam Stein dropped by the "Rachel Maddow" show on Tuesday to talk with guest host Chris Hayes about a hot prospect for Barack Obama's next chief of sta...

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Valerie Jarrett: 'New Face' May Serve As White House Chief Of Staff

The Huffington Post | Nick Wing | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics

Senior White House adviser Valerie Jarrett said Thursday that the White House might soon be seeking to fill open staff positions with candidates from ...

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Obama's Next Steps

Chris Weigant | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics

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We'll have lots of time to examine Obama's new course before he actually formally announces it next year. In the meantime, Obama has two short months remaining to convince the Senate to get something done to bolster his legacy.

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The CYA Mentality of Rahm, and Why Enough Is Enough

Kristen Breitweiser | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics

We cannot have a Chief of Staff more concerned with political implications than national security. I can only hope his replacement will more rightly understand the role of the nation's most important intelligence officer.

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Friday Talking Points [141] -- Rahm's Exit Contest Winner Announced

Chris Weigant | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics

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I will begin today's column by drying a tear as we all wish Rahm Emanuel a fond farewell. Actually, I am lying. I am drying no tears for Rahm becaus...

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White House Chief Of Staff: Emanuel Out, Rouse In

AP | BEN FELLER | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics

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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama on Friday said a bittersweet goodbye to the energetic and fierce manager of his White House, chief of s...

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Pete Rouse, Rahm Emanuel Replacement, To Be Named Chief Of Staff Friday

The New York Times | MICHAEL D. SHEAR and JEFF ZELENY | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics

Read More: Mayor's Race, Peter Rouse, Tom Daschle, White House, Barack Obama, Rahm Emanuel, 101st Senator, Chicago, Chief of Staff, Pete Rouse, Politics News

Mr. Obama plans to name Pete Rouse, a senior adviser, to replace Mr. Emanuel, two officials confirmed. Mr. Rouse has been at Mr. Obama's side since th...

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Report: Tenant Won't Leave Rahm Emanuel's Chicago Home

Chicago Sun-Times | Posted 05.25.2011 | Chicago

Read More: Chief of Staff, North Side, Chicago Politics, White House, Rahm, Robert Halpin, Rahm Emanuel, Chicago, Rent, Chicago News

It's Chicago politics at its best. Sneed hears an effort by Chicago mayoral hopeful Rahm Emanuel to move back into his North Side home next month was...

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