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What's Michelle Obama doing for fun these days? Hint: It involves rap.Michelle Obama is teaming up with Jordin Sparks, Ashanti, and Run DMC on a rap album called "Songs for a Healthier America." She's been having more fun in the second term.聽
Obama-mask clown gets lifetime Missouri fair ban. Just, or too harsh?An Obama-mask clown at the Missouri State Fair was banned for life, after photos and video asking a crowd if they wanted to see Obama 'run down by a bull' went viral. The crowd cheered. Fair officials dubbed the stunt聽 'unconscionable.'- RNC chief doubles down on debate boycott. Smart move for GOP?CNN and NBC remain in the cross hairs of Republican National Committee chief Reince Priebus, over their plans for programs about Hillary Clinton. His threat to boycott those networks during the GOP presidential debates has its strategic advantages.
Joe Biden heading to Iowa: why he's smart to keep 2016 options openJoe Biden will be attending an event in Iowa in September, another clue that he's angling toward running for president. He'd likely be a long shot, but it could be a shot worth taking.
Rodeo clown banned: Did rodeo stunt go too far?Rodeo clown banned: Missouri State Fair officials apologized for an 'inappropriate' performance, after the announcer asked if the crowd wanted to see Obama (the clown) 'run down by a bull.'
How much longer can San Diego Mayor Bob Filner hang on?Accused by more than a dozen women of inappropriate conduct, San Diego聽Mayor Bob Filner has been told by nearly every fellow Democrat to resign. He also faces a recall effort.
Hillary Clinton: Could her past derail White House bid?Hillary Clinton will host a fundraiser for family friend Terry McAuliffe, who's running for governor of Virginia. But he ties her to a past that she might be wary of embracing.
Yarnell wildfire federal aid 'snub': Did Obama-Texas-Arizona feud play a role?The Obama administration said Friday that federal taxpayers won鈥檛 help to rebuild in the wake of the Yarnell Valley fire in Arizona. Gov. Jan Brewer鈥檚 reaction? 'I鈥檓 deeply troubled.'
Obama promises to boost oversight of NSA surveillance operationsPresident Obama says he had called for a 'thorough review' of NSA surveillance even before Edward Snowden's actions, but that the leaks 'triggered a much more rapid and passionate response.'聽
Obama on the Vineyard, redux: why presidential vacations stir up a furorPresident Obama and his family head to Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts for vacation, nearly an annual event for the last two Democratic presidents. All the fuss, too, is an annual event for their critics.
Will 'Nosegate' really hurt Mitch McConnell at the polls?Mitch McConnell's campaign manager was caught saying he's 'holding his nose' for now in order to help Rand Paul's presidential bid later. We doubt that's enough to wound a tough campaigner with a massive war chest.
Virginia governor's race: down, dirty, and a gigantic messThe Virginia governor's race has long been viewed as a signal of national trends. But the race between Republican Ken Cuccinelli and Democrat Terry McAuliffe is too muddy to read the tea leaves.
Why is Obama awarding Oprah Winfrey the Medal of Freedom?The list of 2013 Presidential Medal of Freedom winners was released Thursday. There was an Illinois trend because, well, the president alone is the decider.
Why Obama's 'Tonight Show' chat was new low for mainstream mediaPresidents typically use entertainment shows to burnish their image. But this week, President Obama turned to 'The Tonight Show' even to address serious policy like the embassy closures.
Weiner watch: Why sexting scandal hijacked an important electionIt's not just media that are obsessed with Weiner's foibles. The public is hard-wired to focus on the salacious, the scandalous, the wrong. This helps in understanding character 鈥� a key concern of voters, experts say.
Why did President Obama talk housing on Zillow?President Obama had a chat on Zillow.com about housing issues Wednesday. He's trying to generate interest in the topic in D.C., but critics say he had other motives.
Mitt Romney to GOP: Don't shut down government to kill ObamacareAt a fundraiser in swing-state New Hampshire, Mitt Romney urges Republicans to rally behind 'electable' candidates for 2016 and not to risk a government shutdown to stop Obamacare.
Washington Post sold to Jeff Bezos: End of old media or new hope?Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos says he's not out to change Washington Post values or micromanage operations. He has a record of investing for the long term and presiding over profitable enterprises.
Chelsea Clinton wants 'purposely public' life. Politics?In Rwanda, Chelsea Clinton offers yet another hint of her political plans: She's not considering a run for public office, unless she 'didn't like how my city or state or country were being run.'
Wendy Davis: Ready to ride for governor of Texas?Wendy Davis, the Texas state senator famous for her 13-hour filibuster over abortion rights, spoke at the National Press Club in Washington. The Democrat sounded like a possible candidate for governor.聽
