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Are You Disappointed the President Doesn't Write His Tweets?
While traveling in China, President Obama spoke to a group of students in Shanghai, where one of the students asked if he believed people in China should have access to Twitter. (The service has been blocked in China since July). He responded,
"I have never used Twitter but I'm an advocate of technology and not restricting internet access."
Oh Snap! Obama Is a Celebrity in China
A stone carving of President Obama is on sale in Shanghai, China, along with carvings of celebrities like Will Smith, Tom Cruise, and Katie Holmes. Obama will be meeting with both ordinary citizens and Chinese leaders in Shanghai and Beijing starting today. As you can tell from these photos, creative vendors in China are ready to capitalize on Obama's visit.
Women Worry That Obama Is Throwing Them Under the Bus
Back in January, feminist magazine Ms. hailed Barack Obama as a super feminist. But the president's recent tepid response to protecting abortion rights might mean that the love affair with Obama is about to end for many women.
Front Page: Obama Wants Healthcare Bill, Not Abortion Bill
- President Obama is asking Congress to drop the clause in the House healthcare bill that puts new restrictions on abortion coverage. — ABC News
- Virginia will execute John Allen Muhammad (aka "The DC Sniper") today. — CNN
- RNC leader Michael Steele says some white Republicans are scared of him.
What to Know About the Extended Homebuyers Tax Credit
Stimulating the economy is the motivation behind many discussions and decisions coming from the White House these days. The original $8,000 first-time homebuyers credit was developed with economic improvement in mind, and the measure's popularity led to President Obama signing an extension and expansion of the credit on Friday.
The tax credit was scheduled to expire on Dec.
What Change Would You Still Like to See in the US?
Whether you make it to the polls or not, today is election day and marks one year since Americans elected Barack Obama as president. If you're curious how Obama managed to win, you can watch the documentary By the People: The Election of Barack Obama airing tonight on HBO. The film includes behind-the-scenes campaign footage and interviews with staff, volunteers, supporters, and opponents.
Obama Shows You What the Weather Is Doing in Your City
In San Francisco, the weather can be hmm . . .
US Lifts HIV/AIDS Travel Ban
For the last 22 years, foreign citizens living with HIV or AIDS have been forbidden to legally enter the US. As of Monday, that ban will be a thing of the past. On Friday, President Obama announced the decision to overturn the policy he called "rooted in fear rather than fact."
What Type of Green Technology Is This?
Today, President Obama toured a facility in Arcadia, FL, that specializes in a green technology. Can you tell me what type of technology it is? (Hint: Just look at the photo.)
Obama's Foursome Finally Includes a Woman
The 44th president has played 24 rounds of golf (who's counting?) since he came to office. How many women have been invited along with the golfer in chief? One.
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