High Stakes, But No High Drama At Kagan Hearings
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010ANALYSIS: Other news has overshadowed the confirmation hearings and a Democratic majority in the Senate has made the outcome seem almost pre-determined.
Archive for June, 2010
Why Does Gen. Petraeus Need To Be Confirmed?
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010One reader would like to know why Gen. David Petraeus needed to be confirmed to his position as head of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan.
As Ethics Cloud Hovers, Rangel Carries On
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010Once the chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, he’s still a huge presence in the Capitol — but his power has been eclipsed.
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Remembering Robert Byrd, Longest Serving Senator
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010Sen. Robert Byrd (D-W. Va) died Monday at the age of 92. He spent 51 years in the Senate, and is remembered for bringing money back to his home state of West Virginia. “They can call it pork if they want to, and that’s alright,” he once said, but he saw it as his duty to his people.
Petraeus Wins Senate Backing To Lead Afghan War
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010The 99-0 vote confirms President Obama’s decision to replace Gen. Stanley McChrystal, whose three-decade career ended in disgrace because of inflammatory remarks made to Rolling Stone magazine. Gen. John Allen will replace Petraeus at Central Command, defense officials say.
Local Natives On World Cafe
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010These long-time friends from Orange County called their debut album Gorilla Manor in honor of the space they shared while living and working together. Hear an interview and tunes from their energetic live show.
Remembering Robert Byrd, Longest Serving Senator
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010Sen. Robert Byrd (D-W. Va) died Monday at the age of 92. He spent 51 years in the Senate, and is remembered for bringing money back to his home state of West Virginia. “They can call it pork if they want to, and that’s alright,” he once said, but he saw it as his duty to his people.
Halfway Through, Which Is Your World Cup Team?
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010After weeks of up to four World Cup matches a day, the players and fans are catching their breath before the quarterfinals begin on Friday. Mark Starr, a columnist for GlobalPost, brings us up to date on who’s still standing and what the big upsets have been so far.
What We’ve Learned About Elena Kagan
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010Wednesday marked Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan’s second day of answering questions from members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. So far, she’s resisted making broad statements about most legal issues and declined to criticize the current court.
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Russian Spying Suspect Disappears In Cyprus
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010Authorities said Christopher Robert Metsos was released on bail but failed to report to police the next day as required. Metsos, who is wanted in the U.S., was arrested as he tried to board a flight for Budapest, Hungary. His arrest was based on a notice issued by Interpol, the international police agency.