Barack Obama

Insiders: GOP Should Lay Off Obama on Global Warming

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - November 11, 2009

A new poll reports 77 percent believe in global warming. more >>

Helen Thomas: Press Needs More Time With Obama

By Paul Bedard and Jessica Rettig - Washington Whispers - November 11, 2009

The veteran journalist says the president hasn't taken a stand on anything. more >>

At Fort Hood, Obama Uses Divine Judgment as Interfaith Outreach

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - November 11, 2009

In his Fort Hood speech, the president says the gunman will meet justice "in this world and the next." more >>

Robert Gibbs Chides Press on Afghan Troop Surge Stories

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - November 10, 2009

Turns out President Obama isn't ready to OK 40,000 new troops to Afghanistan as press has reported. more >>

The Politics of Loosening Healthcare's Abortion Restrictions

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - November 10, 2009

President Obama suggests the House healthcare bill goes too far in limiting abortion coverage. more >>

Obama Willing to Go to Copenhagen for Climate Deal

Nation & World - November 10, 2009

The president expressed willingness to attend climate talks, if his presence is needed. more >>

Reagan, Obama and the Legacy of the Berlin Wall

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - November 9, 2009

Tracing presidential leadership through Ronald Reagan, George H. W. Bush and Barack Obama. more >>

Elections Hurt, But Public Still Doesn't Blame Obama

Washington Whispers - November 6, 2009

In terms of expectations, Obama's week could have been perceived as much worse. more >>

Obama: Government Working to Ease Pain of Joblessness

Nation & World - November 6, 2009

New figures show unemployment at its highest since 1983. more >>

Barack Obama's Challenges and Why Leadership Really Matters

By Brian Kelly - Editor's Note - November 6, 2009

Turbulent times demand strong guidance and fortitude. more >>

Obama's Partisan Balancing Act on Afghanistan

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - November 5, 2009

The president must appeal to Republicans, Democrats, and centrists all at the same time. more >>

Obama's Honeymoon is Over

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - November 4, 2009

One year after Obama won the presidency, many are questioning him on the economy and Afghanistan. more >>

Republican Victories Would Lay Bare Internal Democratic Conflicts

By Doug Heye - Doug Heye - November 3, 2009

It's all about the independents in 2010. more >>

Deepak Chopra: Obama's Thoughtfulness Is Healthy

By Paul Bedard and Jessica Rettig - Washington Whispers - November 3, 2009

The spiritual healer thinks President Obama is grounded but susceptible to political pressures. more >>

Obama's Dithering Dims Americans' View on Afghanistan and the War on Terror

By Peter Roff - Peter Roff - November 3, 2009

Fewer Americans believe that the mission will be a success. more >>

Michael Steele: Voters Giving GOP a 'Second Look'

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - November 2, 2009

The chairman of the Republican Party says Obama has gone off course in many ways. more >>

Waning Anti-Bush Sentiment Frays President Obama's Popularity

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - November 2, 2009

Tuesday bellwether? Hardly. more >>

Extending Daylight Savings Was Bush's Best Domestic Achievement

By Julia Piscitelli - Julia Piscitelli - November 2, 2009

After the last president, we should give Obama a break. more >>

War Deaths, Healthcare Turmoil Hit Obama

Washington Whispers - October 30, 2009

Zogby: Not a good week for President Obama, hence a downgrade to C from C plus. more >>

Obama Proving a Drag in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York

By Peter Roff - Peter Roff - October 30, 2009

Democrats will spin it, but their troubles, even in strongholds, are telling. more >>

Obama Puts Himself on the Line in Virginia, New Jersey

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - October 30, 2009

The president has stumped for the Democratic candidates, but it could be a risky move. more >>

Liberals Should Stop Complaining About Obama's All-Male Basketball Games

By Mary Kate Cary - Mary Kate Cary - October 29, 2009

Boys will be boys, but women can be better. more >>

He's Still No-Drama Obama

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - October 29, 2009

Despite a number of crises, including the war in Afghanistan, President Obama is unflappable. more >>

Does Money Buy Access to the Obama White House?

By Peter Roff - Peter Roff - October 28, 2009

Is Obama using the White House as a fundraising tool for the Democratic Party? more >>

In a Crisis, Obama Is Cool Under Pressure

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - October 28, 2009

How Obama handles everything from healthcare to the war in Afghanistan could define his presidency. more >>