Thursday, December 4, 2008

World

Images of Colombian Hostages Fail to Stir Outrage

Rebel group of kidnappers remains a potent force despite government's strides

Posted December 5, 2007

Recently released image of French-Colombian Ingrid Betancourt, kidnapped by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) leftist guerrillas in February 2002. (HO/AFP/Getty Images)

Karen Loewenstern and Betsy Henrickson of Vail, CO with Barack at a reception in Albuquerque, NM, for Washington Whispers.

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Public Opinion

Will Obama Appoint a WMD Czar?

The Obama transition team seems as skeptical about the position as the Bush administration.

Washington Whispers

Washington Whispers

Shameless Senate Auto PR

A letter urges senators to take a ride in one of Detroit's best.

Michael Barone

Michael Barone

A Lasting Political Realignment With Obama?

Polls show voters keep changing their minds.

Ken Walsh on the Presidency

Ken Walsh

Having covered the White House for U.S. News full time since 1986, Ken Walsh brings perspective and insight to his magazine column.

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