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Obama Administration
early and often
Dec. 4, 2008
Critics Point to Obama Cabinet Paradox: It’s Too White, Yet With Too Few Republicans
Could the first black president be appointing too many whites? And … Democrats?
By
Dan Amira
election hangover
Dec. 3, 2008
That Hillary Clinton Campaign Debt: Still Nagging
She’s still $7.5 million in the can.
By
Chris Rovzar
early and often
Dec. 3, 2008
Bill Richardson, Ever Diplomatic, Settles for Commerce Secretary
The consummate team player joins the team of rivals — but Hispanic leaders want more!
By
Dan Amira
early and often
Dec. 2, 2008
Oh, NOW Everyone Wants to Hug Our Cuddle Guv
Now that he gets to pick Hillary’s replacement, suddenly all these new people have noticed how adorable and snuggly he is!
By
Chris Rovzar
obama administration
Dec. 1, 2008
Did Hillary Clinton Tear Up During Today’s Obama Press Conference?
Of all of her faces, this is the last one we expected.
By
Chris Rovzar
obama administration
Dec. 1, 2008
Which Face Will Hillary Clinton Wear During Today’s Press Conference?
It’s a big day for her — she’ll be named the next secretary of State! And she’s got more to choose from than just pantsuits.
By
Chris Rovzar
obama administration
Nov. 26, 2008
New Administration Already Tackling Afghanistan, Which Is Already Resisting
By picking Robert Gates for Defense secretary, Obama has given himself the power to start preparing his Afghanistan strategy before he even gets into office.
By
Chris Rovzar
early and often
Nov. 25, 2008
Is It Time for a Tom Suozzi Comeback?
The Washington ‘Post’ picks him as the odds-on favorite to replace Hillary Clinton in the Senate. It’s time for a walk down memory lane…
By
Chris Rovzar
obama administration
Nov. 24, 2008
Obama Introduces Cabinet, Discusses Focus on ‘Strong Main Street’
A thriving middle class, the president-elect said, will be key to his economic recovery plan.
By
Chris Rovzar
Nov. 24, 2008
Obama to Name Melody Barnes to Head White House Domestic Policy Council
Related: Will this be the sexiest administration ever?
By
Chris Rovzar
election hair of the dog
Nov. 24, 2008
Obama to Roll Out Economic Team and Plans Today
He may keep the Bush tax cuts until 2010, he’ll probably expand his recovery plan, and he wants it all on day one.
By
Chris Rovzar
election hangover
Nov. 20, 2008
Hillary Clinton Is That Friend
You know, the one that you trust and whose advice you need, but who can’t keep her effing mouth shut?
By
Chris Rovzar
election hair of the dog
Nov. 20, 2008
Janet Napolitano to Head Homeland Security
Yet another Obama-administration appointment!
By
Chris Rovzar
election hair of the dog
Nov. 19, 2008
Tom Daschle Tapped As Health and Human Services Secretary
The job has been offered and accepted, according to reports.
By
Chris Rovzar
election hair of the dog
Nov. 19, 2008
The Road to a Clinton Secretary of State Is Smooth, Bumpy
There are (almost) conflicting reports out today about Hillary Clinton’s road to the State Department.
By
Chris Rovzar
election hair of the dog
Nov. 18, 2008
Obama’s Attorney General Tap: First African-American to Run Justice Department?
Clinton deputy attorney general Eric Holder, a high-powered Washington lawyer, will take the post, according to ‘Newsweek.’
By
Chris Rovzar
Nov. 17, 2008
Greg Craig to Continue to Make Us Sweat As Obama White House Counsel
Seriously, his hair has magical powers.
By
Chris Rovzar
election hair of the dog
Nov. 14, 2008
Chris Smith on Hillary, Paterson, and Who’s Next
If Clinton does indeed take the secretary of State post, what happens here in New York State?
By
Chris Smith
election hair of the dog
Nov. 14, 2008
Obama Advisers Pushing Hillary Clinton for Secretary of State
The transition team confirms that her name is high on the list for the post, and that Obama has discussed it in meetings.
By
Chris Rovzar
Nov. 12, 2008
More Than 1,000 Names on Petition to Block Schools Czar From Cabinet Post
Say it ain’t Joe, locals plead to Team Obama.
By
Chris Rovzar
election hangover
Nov. 6, 2008
Robert Gibbs Will Be Obama Press Secretary, Says Top Democrat
And apparently the press will be psyched about the choice.
By
Chris Rovzar
Nov. 5, 2008
Rahm Emanuel ‘Strongly Considering’ Obama Chief of Staff Job
The rumors were true: Obama has asked the high-ranking Democratic representative from Illinois to serve as his chief of staff, and Emanuel is ‘strongly considering’ accepting.
By
Chris Rovzar