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As the clock ticks toward a first-ever default on America's debt, House Republicans are planning to vote on a tea party deficit-cutting plan that's unlikely to clear Congress; but just in case, President Barack Obama has promised a veto.
HEADLINE: Obama vows veto of tea party debt plan
CAPTION: As the clock ticks toward a first-ever default on America's debt, House Republicans are planning to vote on a tea party deficit-cutting plan that's unlikely to clear Congress; but...
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New Jersey and national Democratic Party leaders are marking the anniversary of lane closures near the George Washington Bridge with an event aimed at criticizing New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. (Sept. 8)
New Jersey and national Democratic Party leaders are marking the anniversary of lane closures near the George Washington Bridge with an event aimed at criticizing New Jersey Governor Chris Christie.
Democratic National Committee Chair...
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Slow down, Senate Democrats told President Barack Obama on Thursday, dashing hopes of rushing his sweeping health care overhaul to a summertime vote and adding to the troubles the plan could face as the year wears on
HEADLINE: Obama health plan delayed, trouble ahead?
CAPTION: Slow down, Senate Democrats told President Barack Obama on Thursday, dashing hopes of rushing his sweeping health care overhaul to a summertime vote and adding to the troubles...
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Attorney General Eric Holder on Tuesday expressed regret to the family of a slain federal border agent as the attorney general underwent pointed questioning by Senate Republicans about a flawed arms trafficking investigation called Operation Fast and Furious.
HEADLINE: AG: 'Regret' in death of slain border agent
CAPTION: Attorney General Eric Holder expressed regret to the family of a slain federal border agent as the attorney general underwent questioning by Senate Republicans about a flawed...
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President Barack Obama scuttled an Asian trip in favor of last-minute lobbying at the White House on his signature issue, playing host to a procession of wavering Democrats. AP''s Mark Smith reports on the final push to pass the health care overhaul bill.
HEADLINE: Dems tout health reform bill savings
CAPTION: President Barack Obama scuttled an Asian trip in favor of last-minute lobbying on his signature issue, playing host to a procession of wavering Democrats. AP''s Mark Smith...
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President Barack Obama slammed congressional Republicans' vote to sue him over the implementation of the Affordable Care Act. (July 31)
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President Barack Obama slammed Congressional Republicans a day after a successful vote to sue Obama for allegedly exceeding his presidential powers.
In a 225 to 201 vote, House Republicans...
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Reax from DNC as Obama stakes claim for White House, reax in Denver, Times Sq
Denver, Colorado
1. Crowd cheering at Invesco Field, holding signs reading: (English) "Change"
2. Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama seen on screen walking out to begin speech before cheering crowd
3. Close of emotional...
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USA - Republican convention
The Republican Convention got into some roaring old-fashioned
mud-slinging politics when it opened on Monday (12/8) in San Diego, with attacks on President Clinton from former presidents Ford and Bush.
Both called into question the...
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Former Alaska governor and GOP Vice Presidential nominee Sarah Palin had harsh words Saturday for President Barack Obama and the direction that she says the country has taken in his first term. (Sept. 3)
HEADLINE: Palin has harsh words for Obama to tea party crowd
CAPTION: Former Alaska governor and GOP Vice Presidential nominee Sarah Palin had harsh words Saturday for President Barack Obama and the direction that she says the country...
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Republicans and Democrats offer their opinions about the newly-released budget and how it will help the economy.
HEADLINE: Congressional leaders react to Obama's budget plan
CAPTION: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Minority leader John Boehner reacted to the unveiling of President Barack Obama's multi-trillion dollar spending plan Thursday....
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USA: RALPH NADERS SPEECH 2
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U-S Green Party presidential candidate Ralph Nader on Wednesday said that Al Gore would only have himself to blame if he lost the election.
Nader drew about three percent of the vote amid criticism that his campaign pulled...
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House Speaker John Boehner says spending is the only thing keeping a budget deal from being reached. He's calling on the White House and Congressional Democrats to "get serious bout cutting spending."
Boehner: Dems not serious about cutting spending
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House Speaker John Boehner says spending is the only thing keeping a budget deal from being reached. He's calling on the White House and...
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Reax after Sunday's election win for Flemish separatist party
1. Wide pan of street to exterior of Belgian Parliament in Brussels
2. Close up of Belgian flag
3. Man walking on the street
4. SOUNDBITE (Dutch) Frederic Dhondt, Belgian Flemish:
"I hope they (francophiles) will understand the message....
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Gov. Jan Brewer on Wednesday vetoed a Republican bill that set off a national debate over gay rights, religion and discrimination and subjected Arizona to blistering criticism from major corporations and political leaders from both parties. (Feb. 26)
PHOENIX (AP) - Gov. Jan Brewer on Wednesday vetoed a Republican bill that set off a national debate over gay rights, religion and discrimination and subjected Arizona to blistering criticism from major corporations and political leaders...
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Football match between rival political parties
1. Tilt down from Mexican flag to football match in Constitution Plaza (also known as Zocalo)
2. Close up of player dressed as Mexican President Vicente Fox throwing the ball from sideline, pan to wide of players dribbling ball between...
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President Barack Obama said Saturday that "nothing can be off-limits" in the budget debate even though Republicans have said tax increases are. (July 2)
HEADLINE: Obama Address: Budget debate
CAPTION: President Barack Obama said Saturday that "nothing can be off-limits" in the budget debate even though Republicans have said tax increases are. (July 2)
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Senator-elect Kelly Ayotte of New Hampshire delivered the Republican weekly address, and said the next Congress marks a new chapter for the country and the GOP
HEADLINE: Weekly GOP Address: Changing Washington
CAPTION: Senator-elect Kelly Ayotte of New Hampshire delivered the Republican weekly address, and said the next Congress marks a new chapter for the country and the GOP. (Jan. 1)
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EDIT Obama discusses economic crisis, stimulus pkg during weekly address
1. GRAPHIC: (English) "Your weekly address - February 7, 2009
2. SOUNDBITE: (English) Barack Obama, US President:
"Yesterday began with some devastating news with regard to our economic crisis. But I'm pleased to say it ended on a more...
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USA: SENATE PROBE INTO CAMPAIGN FUNDRAISING LOOKS AT DEMOCRATS
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The US Senate's campaign money probe is taking a close look at Democratic party fundraising today.
They're questioning the party's former finance director, who says he wasn't aware of illegal fund-raising activity during the...
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The Associated Press has called the Kentucky Senate race for Republican Rand Paul. Two other Republicans picked up early Senate wins.
HEADLINE: AP Election Update: Ky. goes for Paul
CAPTION: The Associated Press has called the Kentucky Senate race for Republican Rand Paul. Two other Republicans picked up early Senate wins. (Nov. 2)
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Reactions from ANC and EFF as election tally shows lead for ruling party
South Africa's ruling party led its rivals in early election results on Thursday after a campaign in which the opposition had tried to woo voters unhappy with alleged corruption and a lack of opportunities for the poor.
Results released...
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Clegg resigns at Liberal Democrats leader
RESTRICTION SUMMARY: AP CLIENTS ONLYSHOTLISTUK POOL - AP CLIENTS ONLYLondon 8 May 20151. Wide of news conference, Liberal Democrats leader Nick Clegg arriving, audience applauding2. SOUNDBITE (English) Nick Clegg, Liberal Democrats...
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Clinton tells Dems to unite around her candidacy
Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton doubled down on the delegate count between her opponent Sen. Bernie Sanders and herself while campaigning in California on Thursday.Clinton told voters that she didn't make promises she...
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Rep. John Lewis Leads Sit-In on House Floor
FOR CLEAN VERSION SEE STORY NUMBER: apus057991Rebellious Democrats disrupted the House's legislative work on Wednesday, staging a sit-in on the House floor and refusing to leave until they secured a vote on gun control measures....