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Obama Cabinet Picks

Why Should Obama's Poor Choices Surprise Anyone?

Seth Swirsky | Posted 03.06.2009 | Politics

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Seth Swirsky

Democrats chose to deny the reality of who Mr. Obama truly was: A stunningly inexperienced Chicago-bred politician who had made poor choices, in his associations and judgments.

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CIA: Thinking Outside The Fraternity

Geri Spieler | Posted 02.11.2009 | Politics

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Geri Spieler

We've been hearing a lot about change lately -- but the question here was about changing an organization like the CIA, with its special functions and rules and strong internal cohesiveness.

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The Rev. Rick Warren Controversy: A "Blessing" in Disguise?"

Gary Cohan | Posted 01.19.2009 | Politics

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Gary Cohan

I have expressed my outrage at Rick Warren's elevation to the national stage. Yet, if the gay community has the courage to take a deep breath, there's another way of viewing this situation.

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Arne Duncan's Task: Keep Spotlight on Education

Lorraine Forte | Posted 01.17.2009 | Chicago

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Lorraine Forte

Focusing on what works for kids ought to come first, no matter which end of the political spectrum the idea comes from. This should remain the cornerstone of Duncan's decision-making.

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Obama's Animal Welfare Team

Michael Markarian | Posted 01.17.2009 | Politics

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Michael Markarian

Obama has pledged to make progress for animal welfare and environmental stewardship, and we hope these appointees will prove to be an excellent team to help him meet these crucial goals.

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Obama's Education Secretary Must Be a Real Reformer

Marc Lampkin | Posted 01.11.2009 | Politics

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Marc Lampkin

Now is the time for Obama to turn rhetoric into action by nominating for Education Secretary someone committed to carrying out real reform that extends down to every classroom in America.

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Appointments and Disappointments: Sizing Up Obama's New Cabinet

Jack Rothman | Posted 01.09.2009 | Politics

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Jack Rothman

Some observers believe Obama's cabinet appointments are a strategic ploy, a smokescreen for co-opting middle and right elements. His aim is to "feint to the right, move left."

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The Media's Liberal Reverse Bias

J. L. Ballinger | Posted 01.04.2009 | Politics

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J. L. Ballinger

Obama could pick almost anybody for his cabinet and it would represent something new from the current lame ducks.

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Obama's Cabinet Picks May Leave Democratic Seats Vulnerable

Washington Post | Chris Cillizza | Posted 12.30.2008 | Politics

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President-elect Barack Obama's speed in naming Cabinet nominees and top White House staffers has drawn praise from many within his party but also has ...

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Obama Right to Reassure Wall Street Markets With Rubinauts But Also Needs Econ Advisors Who Stand for Main Street

Miles Mogulescu | Posted 12.29.2008 | Politics

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Miles Mogulescu

We can only hope that Obama balances the smart Rubinauts whom he has picked to lead his economic team with some equally smart pro-Main Street economic minds.

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Lieberman: Obama "Just About Perfect" In Cabinet Picks

AP | PAT EATON-ROBB | Posted 12.26.2008 | Politics

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HARTFORD, Conn. — Connecticut Sen. Joe Lieberman took another step Tuesday toward mending his relationship with Democrats, saying that Barack Ob...

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Hillary + Obama = High Drama

Arianna Huffington | Posted 12.25.2008 | Politics

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Arianna Huffington

Hillary's appointment isn't even official, but the Obama/Clinton narrative has already left the realm of politics. Its twists, turns, shadings, and complex emotions are the stuff of literature.

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Bachmann Trashes Obama Cabinet Picks (VIDEO)

Fox News | Posted 12.20.2008 | Politics

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Representative Michele Bachmann (R-MN) is up to her old tricks, it would seem. On Hardball in October, the then-freshman representative told Chris M...

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