The 10 Most Powerful People in Obama's Washington
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The Power Players
Barack Obama and Joe Biden were elected to govern the country, but they have assembled a strong cadre of advisers and action officers who will be crucial to their success. U.S. News also takes a look at several members of the opposition, Obama's Republican adversaries who have adopted a much different view of how to solve the country's problems.
What Do You Think?
Who do you think are the top power players in Obama's Washington? And who in the opposition holds the most influence?