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In Case You Were Wondering What TV Obama Watches . . .
Politico knows! And I approve, so let's discuss. Believe it or not, the president watches more than Hillary Clinton speeches.
Democrats Engage Rush Limbaugh — Smart or Foolish?
Whether you love him or hate him, Rush Limbaugh has been dominating the news cycle. Obama chief of staff Rahm Emanuel fired the first shot in the latest battle this weekend, calling out Rush as the head of the Republican party.
When it came to the surface that RNC chair Michael Steele criticized Rush as an incendiary "entertainer" Steele quickly apologized to Rush, just like Rahm had dictated.
Quiz Nation! What Do You Know About Rahm Emanuel?
Yesterday I passed on a new profile of Rahm Emanuel from the newest New Yorker. The piece on President Obama's chief of staff was a good read and fertile ground for Rahm trivia. Take this quiz to find out how well you know the larger than life presidential gatekeeper!
Health Insurance Industry Wants Insurance Mandate
If a new healthcare policy will require insurance companies to accept everyone, regardless of preexisting conditions, these companies want the government to require every American to buy coverage, or suffer a tax penalty. The board of the America's Health Insurance Plans endorsed such an arrangement this week, offering support to an impending change from the current system. The president of the group said: We're going to provide all the technical background that we have assembled, all the experience we've assembled at the state level, and we're going to work very hard with members of Congress on both sides of the aisle.
Rahm Emanuel Accepts Chief of Staff Position
Representative Rahm Emanuel has accepted the position as Barack Obama's chief of staff. The Illinois congressman called House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to inform her of his decision before officially accepting. Emanuel has been a member of Congress since 2003, when he was elected to represent Illinois's fifth congressional district.
Rahm Emanuel Offered Role of Obama's Chief of Staff
Soon after Barack Obama was elected last night, names started floating around regarding his cabinet. His first order of business was finding a chief of staff. This morning, Obama offered the job to Rahm Emanuel, a Democratic Representative from Illinois.
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- Subzero temperatures have hit the Midwest with high winds driving the windchill to 25 degrees below zero. Around the entire US, record snow and cold temperatures are being recorded. — AP
- Toyota has projected its first loss in 70 years, the first since the Japanese car company began such reports.
Briefing Book! Obama Passes Stimulus to Biden
- Obama taps VP Biden to oversee the stimulus. — Political Intelligence
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Briefing Book! Blagojevich Forcefully Defends Himself
- Illinois: In his closing arguments, Blagojevich says if you're going to fire me, Obama has to fire Rahm Emanuel. — Talking Points Memo
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