Iraqis await glimpse of new political landscape
Iraqis were set to get a glimpse of the country's new political landscape on Thursday when first official results from weekend elections are released.
Chief justice chides State of the Union as 'political pep rally'
Simmering tension between the White House and U.S. Supreme Court spilled into public this week when Chief Justice John Roberts labeled the political atmosphere at the State of the Union address "very troubling."
A-Power Flexes Its Political Muscle
Chinese alternative energy player A-Power Energy answers political pressure to create jobs in the U.S. by selecting Nevada for a wind-energy plant.
Postmasters general, kings of political patronage?
Postmasters general were once powerful figures who were members of the cabinet and often among a president's closest political and personal advisers. What happened?
School report: Political interviews
The leaders of the UK's main political parties have faced tough questioning from School Reporters as part of BBC School Report News Day.
Quinn defends school tax despite political odds
SPRINGFIELD - With a library of public school children providing the political backdrop Thursday, Gov. Pat Quinn defended his call to raise the state income tax to prevent education cuts.
Miliband: Political Talks With Taliban Necessary
Britain's Foreign Secretary David Miliband talks to Renee Montagne about how political negotiations with the Taliban in Afghanistan will help end the war there. He says it complements military and civilian efforts already underway.
