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Obama State of the Union 2009

The Crucial Question for President Obama: Will He Keep the Rising American Electorate Engaged?

Page Gardner | Posted 04.02.2009 | Politics

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If Obama and his allies in Congress can continue to inspire the faith of historically under-participating Americans, then he will succeed both in enacting their agenda and expanding the electorate.

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Burris Obama Speech Reception Frosty

AP | LAURIE KELLMAN | Posted 03.28.2009 | Politics

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WASHINGTON — Sen. Roland Burris got unmistakably polite but distant treatment from House and Senate members at President Barack Obama's address ...

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Obama's Rhetorical Inspirations: Presidents, Poets, and Hobbits

Aaron Zelinsky | Posted 03.27.2009 | Politics

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Here are the ten sources behind the most memorable lines of Obama's address.

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"Nobody Messes With Joe": Obama Speech Tonight (VIDEO)

The Huffington Post | Rachel Weiner | Posted 03.27.2009 | Politics

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"I know there are some in this chamber and watching at home who are skeptical of whether this plan will work," Obama said. The camera quickly flashed ...

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Pelosi Cuts Off Obama After He Forgets Introduction At Speech Tonight (VIDEO)

The Huffington Post | Rachel Weiner | Posted 03.27.2009 | Politics

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Barack Obama's first address to Congress started with a funny and slightly awkward moment, as the president began speaking without being introduced. S...

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Obama Kisses Clinton At State Of The Union (VIDEO)

The Huffington Post | Rachel Weiner | Posted 03.27.2009 | Politics

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On his way into the House chamber to deliver his first address to Congress, President Obama shook hands with Secretary of State Hillary Clinton -- the...

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