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Central Florida Political Pulse - Orlando Sentinel RPOF buying Rick Scott some TV time2 Sep 2010 at 7:33pm TALLAHASSEE — Just when you thought TV-land would get a prolonged breather from his now-famous bald visage, the Republican Party of Florida has launched a $1.3 million television buy to help GOP gu... TEA Party reports another legal victory 2 Sep 2010 at 6:01pm This just in: the Florida TEA Party reports that a Tallahassee circuit judge has affirmed a place on the Nov. 2 ballot for John DeVries, the party’s nominee to take on state Rep. Chris Dorworth, R... Segal attempts to take on Jacobs over ethics in Orange mayor race 2 Sep 2010 at 5:26pm On Thursday Bill Segal picked up where his Aug. 24 primary campaign left off by calling a press conference to repeat his claim that his county mayor’s race opponent Teresa Jacobs is a lobbyist. Co... > Photos: Jax rep Jennifer Carroll joins Team Scott 2 Sep 2010 at 5:16pm Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Scott and his new lieutenant governor nominee toured the state, Thursday, after he announced his running mate pick as state Rep. Jennifer Carroll of Jacksonv... Al Lawson endorses Charlie Crist for senator 2 Sep 2010 at 2:27pm Gov. Charlie Crist’s independent U.S. Senate campaign has landed its most prominent Democratic endorsement so far — from state Sen. Al Lawson of Tallahassee, who for the past two years has been the... Havana dreaming: travel promoters gearing up for expected relaxation of limit... 2 Sep 2010 at 1:03pm By William E. Gibson, Washington Bureau The unofficial word in Washington is that the Obama administration plans to relax limits on travel to Cuba for professional, educational and artistic purpose... Herald?s Reinhard headed north to National Journal Group 2 Sep 2010 at 12:57pm The National Journal Group, in the middle of a big expansion of its blogs, weekly magazine and other media ventures, lately has been on a hiring spree, hauling in reporters from newspapers and bure... Political ads to be projected onto downtown buildings 2 Sep 2010 at 11:52am UPDATE: AFSCME spokeswoman Megan Lubin now says the films will be projected on the side of the Amway Center “at or a little after dusk.” Even if you unplug the TV and stay away from the mailbox, yo... Michael Arth: It?s now me vs. the duopoly 2 Sep 2010 at 10:56am Michael Arth, who rebuilt and revived a run-down neighborbood in DeLand and has been struggling for nearly a year to draw attention to his independent candidacy for governor, is taking advantage of... Chiles bows out, endorses Sink 2 Sep 2010 at 10:34am TALLAHASSEE — As expected, Lawton “Bud” Chiles III dropped his independent bid for governor Thursday, saying he was afraid his continued candidacy would tilt the race toward Republican Rick Scott, ...  USATODAY.com Washington News 2 Sep 2010 at 1:29pm Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke on Thursday told a panel investigating the financial crisis that regulators must be ready to shut down ...
More Democrats lean against tax increases for the rich 2 Sep 2010 at 6:54pm Congress seems increasingly reluctant to let taxes go up, even on wealthier Americans.
Report: Victims not told of some inmate furloughs 2 Sep 2010 at 12:45pm Federal prisons are failing to notify crime victims and witnesses when inmates are allowed to travel by themselves for medical treatment, the ...
Alaska Republican's win encourages outsiders 2 Sep 2010 at 12:32am The upset victory by Joe Miller in Alaska, who beat Sen. Lisa Murkowski in a primary, provides renewed momentum to insurgent candidates.
Obama warns of challenges at start of Mideast peace talks 2 Sep 2010 at 1:41pm As Middle East peace talks begin anew in Washington, President Obama warns, "This moment of opportunity may not soon come again."
Ex-CEO Fuld: Lehman was blameless in firm's collapse 1 Sep 2010 at 5:06pm Bank regulators are defending their actions leading up to the collapse of Lehman Brothers and Wells Fargo's takeover of Wachovia at the height ...
Analysis: Obama makes clear Iraq's future is its own 1 Sep 2010 at 2:06am Obama announced the end of combat operations in Iraq with a restrained 19-minute address that didn't claim the war had been "won."
Obama: U.S. combat in Iraq over; time to 'turn the page' 1 Sep 2010 at 2:03am President Obama turned the job of securing Iraq back to its people Tuesday, heralding the end of combat operations in a seven-year war.
Obamas order new look for Oval Office 1 Sep 2010 at 7:25am While the first family was on vacation in Martha's Vineyard, the Obamas had the Oval Office in the White House remodeled.
Black Caucus Foundation to probe its scholarships 31 Aug 2010 at 3:26pm The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation will investigate its scholarship program following the admission by a House member that she wrongly ...
FOXNews.com Dems Seek to Undermine Vitter's Momentum by Highlighting Prostitution Scandal2 Sep 2010 at 6:47pm Louisiana Democrats are seizing on Sen. David Vitter's role in a 2007 prostitution scandal for a new campaign attack ad that seeks to cut into the Louisiana Republican's commanding lead over his el... Brewer Says Her Performance in Gubernatorial Debate Fell Short 2 Sep 2010 at 4:43pm Gov. Jan Brewer says she didn't do as well as she wanted in her televised debate with challenger Terry Goddard.
Anti-Abortion Group Says It Was Confronted by Discovery Gunman at 2009 Protest 2 Sep 2010 at 4:08pm While James Jay Lee was holding three hostage at the Discovery Channel's headquarters, his image was broadcast to the world, catching the eye of an anti-abortion group that says it crossed once pat... Farrakhan Expresses Support for Planned Mosque Near Ground Zero 2 Sep 2010 at 3:55pm Nation of Islam Minister Louis Farrakhan said Thursday an Islamic community center and mosque planned near ground zero should be built because Muslims were among those of many faiths who died in th... 61 Days to Decide: Ohio Senate Candidate Indicted for 'Sexual Conduct' With M... 2 Sep 2010 at 2:00pm A long-shot Senate candidate who claims Tea Party support was indicted on a sex charge this week, an accusation he calls "politically motivated."
Doctors v. Lawyers: A New Battle Over Court Costs 2 Sep 2010 at 1:54pm As the Treasury Department considers a tax policy change that would allow trial lawyers to deduct their litigation expenses in contingency-fee cases, the American Medical Association and 90 medical... Hamas Looms as Spoiler in Middle East Peace Talks 2 Sep 2010 at 1:19pm Middle East peace talks got under way Thursday for the first time in nearly two years with a violent reminder sent by the Palestinian terror group Hamas that it will try to torpedo any agreement st... NAACP, Left-Leaning Media Groups Form Tea Party Tracking Site 2 Sep 2010 at 12:22pm A new website sponsored by the NAACP and left-leaning media operations is seeking videographers and bloggers who will search out "racism" and "extremism" among Tea Partiers.
Victims Not Told of Some Inmate Furloughs, DOJ Watchdog Says 2 Sep 2010 at 12:02pm Federal prisons are failing to notify crime victims and witnesses when inmates are allowed to travel by themselves for medical treatment, the Justice Department inspector general said Thursday.
Billionaire Jeff Greene Sues Florida Papers for Libel Over Failed Senate Bid 2 Sep 2010 at 11:43am Failed Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Jeff Greene sued the St. Petersburg Times and The Miami Herald on Wednesday, claiming they published knowingly false articles timed to damage his chances of ... RSS feed - channel BNewsPolitics U.S. offshore oil fire may delay lift of drill ban 2 Sep 2010 at 7:54pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Obama Administration is likely to stay focused on toughening regulatory oversight of the U.S. offshore oil industry and may push back lifting a ban on deepwater...  Arizona governor stumbles during debate 2 Sep 2010 at 7:27pm It will go down as one of the most painful openings to a political debate in recent memory. Gov. Jan Brewer stumbled and stammered through her opening statement during a televised... White House: No second stimulus being considered 2 Sep 2010 at 7:23pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The White House stressed on Thursday that no second economic stimulus package is being considered as part of new measures under review by President Barack Obama's...  Six charged in forced labor of 400 Thais on US farms 2 Sep 2010 at 7:01pm The US Justice Department on Thursday announced indictments against six people for luring 400 Thais to the United States and conspiring to force them into working as farm laborers. A... Obama adviser Summers to visit China September 4 2 Sep 2010 at 6:36pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The White House said on Thursday that President Barack Obama's top economic adviser will visit China from Saturday for three days of meetings. Anti-abortion group targets Democrats in radio ads 2 Sep 2010 at 6:35pm An anti-abortion group plans to air radio ads in three congressional races calling for the defeat of Democratic incumbents, among the first ads to capitalize on a Supreme Court ruling this... Workforce Alliance Provides Local Resources to Employers and Job Seekers 2 Sep 2010 at 6:05pm Tour Atlanta's Historic Homes & Landmarks During The Georgia Trust's Fall Ram... 2 Sep 2010 at 6:02pm Food safety a "priority" for Senate: Reid aide 2 Sep 2010 at 5:55pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Passing food safety reform legislation this year is a "priority" for the Senate, said a spokesman for Senate Democratic Leader Harry Reid, as Congress feels pressure...  Wary of tea party, GOP attacks Senate candidate 2 Sep 2010 at 5:53pm Delaware Republicans call Senate hopeful Christine O'Donnell a liar who "could not be elected dog catcher" in a fierce attack that underscores GOP fears of the tea party-backed candidate...  Reuters: Politics 2 Sep 2010 at 7:46pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Israeli and Palestinian leaders agreed to a series of direct talks on Thursday, seeking to forge the framework for a U.S.-backed peace deal within a year and end a conflict t... White House: No second stimulus being considered 2 Sep 2010 at 7:23pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The White House stressed on Thursday that no second economic stimulus package is being considered as part of new measures under review by President Barack Obama's team. Warren schedule change stirs talk on consumer job 2 Sep 2010 at 5:25pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A last-minute change in the fall course schedule of Harvard law professor Elizabeth Warren has fueled speculation the White House might soon nominate her to head the newly cr... Obama adviser Summers to visit China September 4 2 Sep 2010 at 6:36pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The White House said on Thursday that President Barack Obama's top economic adviser will visit China from Saturday for three days of meetings. U.S. offshore oil fire may delay lift of drill ban 2 Sep 2010 at 7:54pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Obama Administration is likely to stay focused on toughening regulatory oversight of the U.S. offshore oil industry and may push back lifting a ban on deepwater drilling ... Obama to hold press conference next Friday 2 Sep 2010 at 5:17pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama will hold a press conference on Friday, September 10, the White House said on Thursday. Food safety a "priority" for Senate: Reid aide 2 Sep 2010 at 5:55pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Passing food safety reform legislation this year is a "priority" for the Senate, said a spokesman for Senate Democratic Leader Harry Reid, as Congress feels pressure from con... Tea Party promises to be a force in November 1 Sep 2010 at 4:07pm WASHINGTON (Reuters) - With another win in a Senate Republican primary, this time in Alaska, the conservative Tea Party movement showed it is more than a political fad and has the staying power to ... NY mayor denies talk he might be Washington-bound 1 Sep 2010 at 6:21pm NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg on Wednesday shot down speculation he might succeed Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner, saying he would only leave office early if he wer... U.S. charges Pakistani Taliban leader in CIA killings 2 Sep 2010 at 5:37am WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. prosecutors have charged the leader of the Pakistani Taliban, Hakimullah Mehsud, in the plot that killed seven CIA employees at an American base in Afghanistan last Dece... AP Top Political News At 9 p.m. EDT More Dems buck plan to let taxes increase for rich2 Sep 2010 at 7:37pm By 2010-09-02T23:37:33Z WASHINGTON (AP) -- Congress seems increasingly reluctant to let taxes go up, even on wealthier Americans.... Hopeful sign: More talks for Israel, Palestinians 2 Sep 2010 at 5:36pm By 2010-09-02T21:36:31Z WASHINGTON (AP) -- In an early sign of promise, Israeli and Palestinian leaders pledged Thursday in a cordial first round of talks ... Arizona governor stumbles during debate 2 Sep 2010 at 8:47pm By 2010-09-03T00:47:39Z PHOENIX (AP) -- It will go down as one of the most painful openings to a political debate in recent memory.... Anti-abortion group targets Democrats in radio ads 2 Sep 2010 at 6:36pm By 2010-09-02T22:36:12Z WASHINGTON (AP) -- An anti-abortion group plans to air radio ads in three congressional races calling for the defeat of Democratic incumbents, amon... Feds: no link between Dry Max diapers and rashes 2 Sep 2010 at 3:01pm By 2010-09-02T19:01:32Z WASHINGTON (AP) -- Government safety officials have not found a connection between a new kind of Pampers diapers and the severe skin reaction... US Def Sec: Afghans should lead corruption fight 2 Sep 2010 at 2:53pm By 2010-09-02T18:53:12Z KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) -- U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates said Thursday that while the fight against corruption must be led by Afghans, the U.S... Wary of tea party, GOP attacks Senate candidate 2 Sep 2010 at 8:57pm By 2010-09-03T00:57:16Z WASHINGTON (AP) -- Delaware Republicans call Senate hopeful Christine O'Donnell a liar who "could not be elected dog catcher" in a fierce attack ... New postage stamp honors Mother Teresa 2 Sep 2010 at 2:20pm By 2010-09-02T18:20:44Z WASHINGTON (AP) -- Mother Teresa is being recognized for her humanitarian work with the issuance of a new U.S. postage stamp.... Democrats fight to stay in office amid backlash 2 Sep 2010 at 11:04am By 2010-09-02T15:04:22Z McGREGOR, Texas (AP) -- Rep. Chet Edwards, an imperiled Democrat deep in the heart of Republican territory, finds exiting American Legion Post N... Marine general says Taliban drug trade faltering 2 Sep 2010 at 12:47pm By 2010-09-02T16:47:04Z WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Taliban is confronting a serious "cash flow" problem after losing some half of its annual drug trade money to a farming bli... |