Saturday, November 28, 2009

Anna Mulrine

'Waxman Report': Oversight, Healthcare Reform, and the Effort Each Takes

Rep. Henry Waxman speaks with U.S. News about How Congress Really Works. more >>

Deadly Violence Ahead of Afghanistan's Election

U.S. officials expect Karzai to win the August 20th contest. more >>

Democratic 'Blue Dogs' Flex Their Muscle

Under Obama, the conservative Democrats try to show their power on issues like healthcare reform. more >>

New Benefits Help Veterans Go to College

The new GI Bill will help veterans—and their families—pay college tuition. more >>

Congressional Democrats Push to End 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'

Rep. Patrick Murphy is pushing a bill to repeal the policy. more >>

Military Commissions Expose Deep Divisions in Congress

Debate over treatment of detainees could prove contentious. more >>

How to End the Insurgency and Win the War in Afghanistan

Seth Jones speaks with U.S. News about his new book. more >>

Marine Offensive Will Test New Strategy in Afghanistan

U.S. troops mobilized in Helmand province to fight the Taliban again. more >>

Democrats in Congress Push Ambitious Agenda

Al Franken gives the party a filibuster-proof majority. more >>

Obama Turns Focus to War in Afghanistan

A new offensive in the Helmand province is the first test of a new counterinsurgency strategy. more >>

Attacks on U.S. Soldiers Show Iraq Is Not Yet Safe

Lt. Col. Tim Karcher was hit by series of roadside bombs with explosively formed projectiles. more >>

Iranian Protests a Direct Challenge to Khamenei

Obama administration officials have urged caution in a response to Iran. more >>

Afghan Presidential Candidate Takes a Page From Obama's Playbook

Ashraf Ghani has embarked on an Internet fundraising campaign modeled on that run by Obama. more >>

Civilian Casualties Could End Airstrike Support

Pentagon officials say stopping civilian deaths is their top priority. more >>

Afghan Presidential Candidate Uses Obama's Online Model

A leading Afghan presidential candidate has built a fundraising Web page based on the Obama's model. more >>

McChrystal Faces a Tough Road Ahead in Afghanistan

The new commander headed to the war zone just after his confirmation. more >>

Pentagon War Games Predict Future Threats

The military's big thinkers plan for future needs by predicting potential security threats. more >>

McChrystal Not Sure if More U.S. Forces Needed in Afghanistan

In confirmation hearings, McChrystal said progress is necessary in the next 18 to 24 months. more >>

Army Officials Stew over McKiernan Firing

They say the way Gates let the commander of troops in Afghanistan go was rude. more >>

Obama Focuses on Cooperation With Afghanistan and Pakistan

The administration is devising a plan to fight insurgent groups including the Taliban. more >>

Budget Constraints at Pentagon Could Affect National Security

The Defense Department starts its yearlong review of strategic priorities. more >>

Medical Attention for Soldiers Suffering From Stress Disorders and Brain Injuries

Post-traumatic stress disorders and brain injuries are the signature injuries of today's wars. more >>

U.S. Soldiers Deeply Split Over Detainee Treatment, Senate Report Reveals

A report on military interrogations reveals sharp debates about the morality of harsh techniques. more >>

Why the U.S. Military Is Wary of Open Warfare With Somali Pirates

The Pentagon will defend Americans against pirates, but it's reluctant to get too deeply involved. more >>

Is Venezuela's Hugo Chávez the New Oprah? Maybe When It Comes to Books

After the populist leader gave a book to President Obama this weekend, the classic tome's sales soared. more >>

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