Tag: Politics
Romney Wins Straw Poll Of Conservative Republicans
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Republicans voting at the Conservative Political Action Conference on Saturday picked Mitt Romney to be the GOP presidential nominee. The former Massachusetts governor won 38 percent of the vote.
Religion And Birth Control: Not Just A GOP Fight
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Along with Republicans, some Democrats said religious institutions shouldn't have to include birth control in their employees' health coverage. The Obama administration altered its policy Friday, but the issue could still affect which party controls the Senate next year.
New Contraceptive Plan: A Successful Balancing Act?
Saturday, February 11, 2012
President Obama announced a change of course Friday regarding religious institutions and birth control coverage. The administration, which seemed caught off guard by the strong opposition to its original policy, hopes to regain Catholic allies and maintain support from the women who put Obama in the White House.
As CPAC Ends, Contest In Conservatism Goes On
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Mitt Romney has struggled to prove his conservative authenticity to voters. At the Conservative Political Action Conference, he hardly uttered a sentence that didn't include the word "conservative." For this weekend — and the primary season in general — the calculation is simple: The more conservative, the better.
At CPAC, Gingrich Takes Aim At 'Republican Establishment'
Friday, February 10, 2012
Newt Gingrich was the last presidential candidate to speak Friday at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Washington, D.C. And he kept his Romney powder dry, preferring instead to attack establishment Republicans who have not embraced the Gingrich campaign. To put it mildly.
In Plea To The Right, Romney Bills Himself As 'Severely Conservative'
Friday, February 10, 2012
They may not be ready to accept GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney's invitation to stand with him "shoulder to shoulder," but conservatives gave him a reception that at times rose to rousing at their biggest annual gathering on Friday.
White House Revises Birth Control Coverage Policy
Friday, February 10, 2012
On Friday, President Obama offered an accommodation to critics of his policy requiring employers to provide health insurance coverage that includes prescription contraceptives.
'Political Intelligence' Congress' Topic Of The Week
Friday, February 10, 2012
The House ethics bill has stirred up conversation on Capitol Hill about how closely regulated the "political intelligence" industry should be. Robert Siegel talks with Wall Street Journal investigative reporter Brody Mullins about what the political intelligence industry does and why Senator Chuck Grassley and others feel strongly that it should be regulated.
New Policy Makes Insurers Pay For Birth Control
Friday, February 10, 2012
The Obama administration revised its policy on providing cost-free birth control as part of the new health law on Friday. Institutions such as universities and hospitals that are run by religious groups will not be required to provide contraceptive coverage to employees. Rather, the insurance companies offering the plan will pay.
On The Trail, Romney Avoids His French Connection
Friday, February 10, 2012
Mitt Romney was a Mormon missionary in France for two years, but it's not something he brings up on the campaign trail. He had life-changing experiences abroad, but Romney now disparages Europe. For those who knew the charming young man from Michigan, Romney's euro-trashing is a little painful.
Catholics Split On Obama's Birth Control Decision
Friday, February 10, 2012
Some Catholics believe the president's new rule on contraceptive coverage resolves religious liberty concerns. But others, including key bishops, say it is smoke and mirrors.
A Conservative's Tips For Finding The Right Mate
Friday, February 10, 2012
Amid all the speeches at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Washington, D.C., this week, young Republicans could attend a session on finding love. Some suggestions from the conservative dating expert: loosen up, take a romantic walk or maybe go to a gun range.
With Contraceptive Coverage Plan 2.0, Obama Pleases Allies, But Not Everyone
Friday, February 10, 2012
Supporters who split with the White House over the original health care initiative are coming back to the fold now that the president has changed strategy. But some Catholics and Capitol Hill Republicans are still fuming.
Rep. Bachus Investigated For Insider Trading
Friday, February 10, 2012
The Office of Congressional Ethics is considering allegations that Rep. Spencer Bachus, R-Ala., now chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, profited from insider trading during the 2008 financial meltdown. The case could be referred to the House Ethics Committee at some future date. The story emerged the day Congress voted to restrict members' stock trades.
Republican Contenders Make Pitches At CPAC
Friday, February 10, 2012
The annual Conservative Political Action Conference is being held in Washington, D.C., and several presidential candidates were among Friday's speakers. Host Audie Cornish talks with Ari Shapiro, who was there.
It's All Politics, Feb. 9, 2012
Friday, February 10, 2012
So now it's Rick Santorum's turn. No delegates, but plenty of headlines, after his sweep on Tuesday. Once again, it leads to questions about Mitt Romney's inevitability ... as well as Newt Gingrich's hopes for a two-person race. Plus: the Super Bowl and the controversial ads that accompanied it.
Secretary Donovan Talks Multi-Billion Deal
Friday, February 10, 2012
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan talks with host Michel Martin about the settlement reached yesterday between federal and state officials and major banks. It was an effort to address unfair banking practices that led to the mortgage crisis. President Obama praised the deal, but critics say the settlement is inadequate.
White House Details Changes To Controversial Contraception Rule
Friday, February 10, 2012
The administration says it is accommodating objections raised by religious groups. They won't be required to pay for or provide contraceptive coverage to employees. But insurers who cover those workers will.
Santorum's Support Goes Beyond Social Conservatives, Strategist Says
Friday, February 10, 2012
In an interview with NPR's Steve Inskeep, Santorum strategist John Brabender said the candidate's victories this week show he has broadened his base.
If Women Are In Combat, Men May Try To Protect Them, Santorum Says
Friday, February 10, 2012
The Republican presidential contender applauds the job women have been doing in the U.S. military. But he says if they are put into combat situations then male soldiers may do things to protect them. And that might compromise missions.