Obamas Speech Carries Special Resonance For CBC
Jan. 19, 8:15 A.M.
As the first African-American to take the presidential oath of office, Barack Obama represents to many in Congress the fulfillment of the nations founding promise and declaration that all men are created equal.
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GOP Lauds Bush for Commuting Agents Sentences
Jan. 19, 5:30 P.M.
House and Senate Republicans on Monday applauded President George W. Bushs decision in the last hours of his presidency to commute the sentences of two former Texas Border Patrol agents.
Biden Also Offered Secretary of State Job
Updated: Jan. 19, 4:57 P.M.
Vice President-elect Joseph Biden had the choice of being either secretary of State or vice president in the Obama administration, but ultimately decided on the No. 2 job for family and other reasons, Bidens wife, Jill, said Monday afternoon.
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- Martinez Backs Holder for AG
Reid Gives Franken Seats for Inauguration
Jan. 19, 1:49 P.M.
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) has finally decided to seat comedian Al Franken (D) on the National Mall that is.
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