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US Economy adds 243000 jobs. Jobless rate at 3 year low, as payrolls surge

The United States created jobs at the fastest pace in nine months in January and the unemployment rate unexpectedly dropped to a near three-year low, giving a boost to President Barack Obama. Non-farm payrolls jumped 243,000, the Labor Department said … Continue reading

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Soul Train Creator Don Cornelius RIP, commits suicide

I just heard this shocking news Don Cornelius, creator of the long-running TV dance show “Soul Train,” is dead at 75 of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, Los Angeles police tell the Associated Press. Cornelius’ death was discovered early Wednesday morning … Continue reading

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Week1-2012 Weekly Address: Continuing to Grow the Economy in the New Year

President Obama shares his New Year’s resolution: doing whatever it takes to move the economy forward and ensure that middle class families regain the security they’ve lost in the last decade.

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Girl swept away by 2004 tsunami weeps after reunion with family

A girl who was swept away in the Indian Ocean tsunami seven years ago said Friday that she broke down in tears after tracking down her parents, who had long lost hope of finding her alive. Wati, second from right, … Continue reading

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Hot Topic: Michelle Obama Praises SEALs in Commencement Speech

First lady Michelle Obama today praised the bravery of the Navy SEALs who carried out the raid on Osama bin Laden, calling it “the essence of the word ‘service,’” in her commencement address at the University of Northern Iowa in … Continue reading

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President Obama visits Alabama as South reels in tornado aftermath

CNN reports that President Barack Obama arrived in Alabama on Friday, the hardest-hit of six states ravaged by a series of storms and tornadoes that killed nearly 300 people and left entire neighborhoods in ruins. Obama was scheduled to meet … Continue reading

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President Barack Obama Avoids Government Shutdown With Deal-Video Blog

The last-minute budget deal to avert a government shutdown is an investment in the country’s future, President Obama said today in his weekly address. “It means that small businesses can get the loans they need, our families can get the … Continue reading

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Protestors Take State Capitol in Wisconsin

A dramatic political showdown is underway in Wisconsin over painful budget cuts that threaten thousands of state employees. Even President Obama has injected himself into the growing fracas. “Some of what I’ve heard coming out of Wisconsin, where you’re just … Continue reading

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American Democrats Alert Message:The House moved to repeal health insurance reform.

At 5:53 p.m. Eastern Time today, the House moved to repeal health insurance reform. Every single Republican — all 242 — voted for repeal. This is a vote for insurance companies. There is no other way to put it. Because … Continue reading

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An Open Letter to Parents Following the Tragedy in Tucson. Posted by First Lady Michelle Obama

Dear parents, Like so many Americans all across the country, Barack and I were shocked and heartbroken by the horrific act of violence committed in Arizona this past weekend. Yesterday, we had the chance to attend a memorial service and … Continue reading

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Doctor defends discredited autism-vaccine link study

A physician accused of an “elaborate fraud” in a now-retracted British study that linked autism to childhood vaccines is defending himself, telling CNN his work has been “grossly distorted.” Speaking on CNN’s “Anderson Cooper 360,” Dr. Andrew Wakefield said Wednesday … Continue reading

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Golden-Voiced Homeless Man Captivates Internet From Columbus, Ohio

This clip speaks for itself — literally. The Columbus Dispatch discovered a homeless man along Ohio’s I-71 claiming to have “the God-given gift of voice.” His name is Ted Williams, and he’s an ex-radio announcer according to the note he … Continue reading

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President Obama on Tax Cuts and Unemployment Extension: “The Right Thing to Do”

Last night, the President laid out the framework for a compromise that ensures no middle class family sees a tax increase, those looking for work keep their lifeline, and the economic recovery gets a welcome boost. While the debate over … Continue reading

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