Israelis: Turkish demand for flotilla raid apology unacceptable condition for leaders’ meeting
Peres: Turkish conditions for meeting unacceptable Richardson hopes Congress will make immigration a major issue in 2011
Border governors call for US immigration reform California judge in runaway Lexus lawsuit says he’s likely to keep Toyota’s settlement sealed
Judge in Toyota suit says sealed settlement likely NKorea to hold key party convention next week amid speculation on father-to-son power transfer
NKorea to hold key party convention next week Obama: Special interests greatest impediment to Democratic candidates in November
Obama: Interest groups holding back Democrats Fired federal prosecutors blame politicization of DOJ during forum in Arkansas
Fired federal prosecutors fault Bush officials Obama to Democrats: Believe in own ability to get candidates elected in November elections
Obama urges Democrats to recapture 2008 enthusiasm AP Interview: Murkowski thinks focus in DC less on candidate quality, more on boosting numbers
Murkowski says GOP leaders turned backs on her After Delaware GOP primary upset, O’Donnell Senate campaign now seeking experienced help
Surprise Del. primary winner seeks GOP support Presidential Memorandum–Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act Delegation of AuthorityMEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE SUBJECT: Delegation of Waiver Authority Pursuant to With crisis looming, Israeli Cabinet minister calls for Palestinian compromise on settlements
Israeli minister: Palestinians need to compromise Lady Gaga visits Maine to pressure Sens. Collins, Snowe to repeal ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’
Lady Gaga fights ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ in Maine It’s 2 cheesesteaks to go for Obama during quick Philadelphia stop for Senate hopeful Sestak
In Philly, it’s 2 cheesesteaks to go for Obama Remarks by the President at Dinner Reception for Congressman Sestak5:57 P.M. EDT
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. Thank you. (Applause.) Everybody, have a seat. Take a load off. Relax a little bit. It is wonderful to see all of you. It is great to be back in Philadelphia. I was mentioning it’s great to be back, especially after the Eagles just won. (Applause.) The Phillies are looking pretty good. My White Sox are fading. (Laughter.) I'm not happy about that. I'm also happy because I stopped by Reading Terminal Market and got a cheesesteak, so I am going to be — (applause) — which is waiting for me as we speak.
Clinton urges China to implement Iran, NKorea sanctions ahead of Obama meeting with premier
US presses China on Iran, NKorea sanctions Remarks by the President at Finance Reception for Congressman Sestak5:00 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Philadelphia! (Applause.) Thank you. Thank you. Thank you so much. Thank you, everybody. It is good to be back in Philly. (Applause.) First of all, I noticed everybody is in a better mood after the game yesterday. (Laughter.) The Bears did well, too, I just want to point out — (laughter) — 2-0. But congratulations on the Eagles. You guys got a win. (Laughter.) Wis. governor releases letter from second woman who says ’sexting’ DA acted inappropriately
Letter: Wis. DA invited woman to date at autopsy Press Briefing by Conference Call on the President’s Upcoming Visit to the United Nations
PRESS BRIEFING US, W.Va. Chambers of Commerce endorse Democrat Manchin over GOP’s Raese in Senate race
US Chamber snubs GOP nominee in W.Va. Senate race Presidential Nominations Sent to the Senate, 9/20/10Mario Cordero, of California, to be a Federal Maritime Commissioner for the term expiring June 30, 2014, vice Harold J. Creel, Jr., resigned. Lesbian suing for reinstatement to Air Force takes witness stand at federal trial in Wash.
Lesbian seeking return to Air Force testifies Advancing U.S. Interests at the United NationsThe Obama Administration has dramatically changed our course at the United Nations. The President’s new era of engagement has led to concrete results at the UN that advance U.S. foreign policy objectives and American security. The dividends of U.S. leadership at the UN are tangible – the stiffest UN sanctions ever against Iran and North Korea, renewed momentum against the proliferation of nuclear weapons and materials, a coordinated global effort to help Haiti recover and rebuild, internationally agreed principles to address food insecurity, and direct U.S. participation to reform the flawed UN Human Rights Council. In a world facing so many complex transnational challenges, rebuilding a strong basis for international cooperation has allowed the U.S. to work collectively to solve problems at the United Nations, furthering core national security interests for the American people. Supreme Court denies Burris request to intervene in Illinois Senate election
Court denies Burris request to stop election Peres says Gul’s demand for apology on flotilla raid as condition of meeting unacceptable
Peres resists Gul’s call for an apology on raid Remarks by the President at CNBC Town Hall Discussion on Jobs
Newseum 12:03 P.M. EDT MR. HARWOOD: Good afternoon from Washington, D.C. I'm John Harwood. It is noon on the East Coast. The Dow Jones average stands around 10,700 points; 15 million Americans are out of work. And we're spending the next hour talking about how to fix the troubled American economy. Correction: Meg Whitman spending story
Correction: Meg Whitman spending story SACRAMENTO, Calif. — In a story Sept. 16 about California gubernatorial candidate Meg Whitman’s campaign spending, The Associated Press gave an incorrect title for her opponent in last spring’s Republican primary. Steve Poizner is the state insurance commissioner, not the state treasurer. Watchdog group: Del. Senate candidate O’Donnell used campaign funds to pay her rent
Complaint: O’Donnell paid rent with campaign funds House Republicans to outline new election-year agenda focused on pocketbook issues, security
House GOP to unveil election-year agenda Thursday Insurgent-led Afghan party raises fears of unsavory leaders claiming power by ballot box
Afghan warlords hedge bets, contest elections Israeli Cabinet minister says Palestinians need to compromise on settlement building slowdown
Israeli minister: Palestinians needs to compromise Conn. candidate acknowledges barrier to winning over voters: his inability to fully smile
Conn. candidate: Voters ask about my lack of smile Lisa Marie Pane appointed South editor for The Associated Press
Pane named AP regional editor for the South Central government not providing adequate forces: MayawatiLUCKNOW - Ahead of the judgment in the Ayodhya case due Sep 24, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati Monday criticised the central government for its “apathy” in providing the state the security forces needed in case of any trouble after the verdict. Obama parries question on debating Boehner; Says GOP pursues failed economic strategies
Obama says Republicans pursue unworkable policies Thousands of Yemenis flee southern village as government forces shell al-Qaida hide-outs
Thousands of Yemenis flee battle with al-Qaida Congress, Akali-BJP workers clash in Jalandhar hospitalJALANDHAR - Punjab police Monday arrested 11 Congress leaders following a clash between them and workers of the ruling Akali Dal-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at a hospital here. Cannot trust BJP, VHP, RSS on Ayodhya: DigvijayNEW DELHI - Congress general secretary Digvijay Singh Monday said he cannot trust the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Vishwa Hindu Parishad on the Ayodhya dispute as “they could do anything”. Karnataka reshuffle Sep 22 amid suicide, resignation threatsBANGALORE/NEW DELHI - The two-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party ministry in Karnataka will be reshuffled Sep 22 amid high drama as one minister threatened suicide and another warned of mass resignations if they were dropped. Obama era dips US approval in India, Pakistan: PollWASHINGTON - The US leadership has generally gained approval in Asia since the Obama era began but it declined most in Vietnam, Indonesia, and India, where residents are now significantly more uncertain, according to a new poll. PM announces Relief for Uttarakhand Flood VictimsNEW DELHI - Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, on Monday, expressed grief over the loss of lives in the recent floods in Uttarakhand. Prime Minister Dr. Singh calls on President PatilNEW DELHI - Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh called on President Pratibha Patil on Monda at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Arizona governor’s appeal of immigration law ruling will be heard by circuit court Nov. 1
Court to hear Arizona immigration appeal Nov. 1 Jamie McCourt’s SUV hits pedestrian during Los Angeles courthouse arrival
Jamie McCourt’s SUV hits pedestrian at courthouse RJD leader joins CongressNEW DELHI - Former union minister of state for agriculture Akhilesh Singh Monday joined the Congress after quitting the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) in the run-up to Bihar assembly elections. Statement from Vice President Biden on Government Accountability Office’s Latest Report on Recovery Act Implementation
“We appreciate the Government Accountability Office’s continued oversight of the Recovery Act and are pleased to hear that they once again find the program is meeting our unprecedented standards for accountability and transparency. As the GAO notes, the Recovery Act has played a critical role in providing health care assistance for the hardest-hit among us, kept hundreds of thousands of teachers in America’s classrooms during tough economic times and, from infrastructure to innovation, is supporting job-creating projects in every corner of the country. |
