Front Page: President Obama Sends Russia a "Secret" Letter

• President Obama has reached out to Russia, telling it that the US would consider halting plans for a missile defense system in Eastern Europe if Iran drops plans for producing nuclear weapons. — CNN
• Two US officials are headed to Syria to explore US relations with the country. — Bloomberg
• RNC Chair Michael Steele apologized to Rush Limbaugh yesterday, explaining that he did not intend to diminish Limbaugh's voice or leadership during a critical interview. — Atlantic



• Gunmen in Pakistan have attacked the Sri Lankan cricket team, killing six police officers and two bystanders. — New York Times
• President Obama and British Prime Minister Gordon Brown canceled a news conference today "because of snow." — UK Telegraph

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