Saturday, November 21, 2009

Amanda Ruggeri

Obama Generation Continues to Make Waves

Generation Y begins to show sure—if just a bit different—leadership. more >>

Ben Bernanke: Fed Chairman Attacks Economic Crisis

By helping to keep the vulnerable economy afloat, he has become one of America's Best Leaders. more >>

Bill and Kathy Magee: Operation Smile Founders Make a Difference

They are among America's Best Leaders for bringing smiles to children's faces around the world. more >>

Twyla Tharp: Dancer and Choreographer Strives for Innovation

Her unique style, tough work ethic, and high standards make her one of America's Best Leaders. more >>

Jim Sinegal: Costco CEO Focuses on Employees

Sinegal is one of America's Best Leaders because he's not a typical CEO. more >>

Pecora Hearings a Model for Financial Crisis Investigation

Congress could learn from Pecora's 1930s investigation of the stock market crash. more >>

Dispelling Myths About Masons

Jay Kinney discusses The Masonic Myth. more >>

Reports Show Mixed Results for Obama's Stimulus

One report shows that the GDP rose about 2.3 percentage points. more >>

McDonnell Thesis Heats Up Virginia Governor's Race

Democrats hope the controversy will be an opening for Democrat Creigh Deeds. more >>

Why Doubt is Truth's Best Friend

Peter Berger speaks with U.S. News about 'In Praise of Doubt' and the dangers of absolute certainty. more >>

Kennedy's Legacy of Legislative Success

Obama called Ted Kennedy one of the 'most accomplished Americans ever to serve our democracy.' more >>

Colorado 'Republican Obama' Looks to Better the Real Obama

Colorado Senate candidate Ryan Frazier is dubbed the "Republican Obama" for his style. more >>

Auto Dealers: Cash for Clunkers a Needed Boost

The head of the auto dealers association says the program is a success. more >>

GM: 'Cash for Clunkers' a Huge Success

Mike DiGiovanni, an executive at GM, says the program will help the economy. more >>

Will 'Cash for Clunkers' Help the Economy?

Debate rages over whether the program is helping the economy and the environment. more >>

Mixed, Incomplete Economic Results So Far on Obama’s Stimulus

There are signs of hope, but there’s a way to go. more >>

House Buys Time for Transportation Overhaul

After passing a patch for the Highway Trust Fund, the House has until September to push the overhaul. more >>

House Votes to Give Cash for Clunkers Another $2 Billion

The program was so popular it threatened to run out of cash in the first week. more >>

Female Veterans Fight for Healthcare

The VA starts to adjust a system designed for a male military. more >>

Accurately Counting Stimulus Jobs Proving Tough

Obama promised the $787 billion stimulus package would create or save 3.5 million jobs. more >>

Patrick Murphy: "I Sleep In My Office"

Being in Congress isn't such a swanky job. more >>

Obama Names Regina Benjamin as Surgeon General

The doctor from rural Alabama has fought to change the healthcare system. more >>

'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Foe Patrick Murphy Turns Up the Heat

Rep. Patrick Murphy wants lawmakers to risk their safe political seats and vote to overturn Don't Ask. more >>

Government Agencies Use Twitter to Reach Citizens

The GAO hopped on the Twitter bandwagon. more >>

Obama's Vacation Plans Don't Miff Hawaii

Sen. Daniel Akaka says Obama is unmistakably Hawaiian. more >>

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