Archive for October 17th, 2008

  • Rep. Mahoney admits affairs, says he broke no laws (AP)

    In this Oct. 26, 2006 file photo,  Democrat Tim Mahoney waits for  the start of a debate, at a West Palm Beach, Fla. TV station. Mahoney on Monday Oct. 13, 2008 called for an ethics investigation of himself amid reports that he had an affair and then paid the woman to keep her quiet. (AP Photo/J. Pat Carter, File)AP – U.S. Rep. Tim Mahoney, embroiled in an adultery scandal and a tight race for re-election, admitted Friday to having at least two affairs but insisted he broke no laws and will not resign.

  • Obama has 4-point lead on McCain (Reuters)

    Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama greets supporters at a campaign event at Mack's Apple's orchard in Londonderry, New Hampshire, October 16, 2008. (Jim Young/Reuters)Reuters – Democrat Barack Obama holds a 4-point lead over Republican John McCain, according to a Reuters/C-SPAN/Zogby poll released on Saturday.

  • Statement of the United States, France and the Presidency of the European Commission

    The three leaders had a very positive discussion about the continued coordination of steps needed to solve the crisis in today’s global economy. They agreed they would reach out to other world leaders next week with the idea of beginning a series of summits on addressing the challenges facing the global economy.

  • President Bush Meets with President Sarkozy of France and President Barroso of the European Commission

    President Bush on Saturday said, “This is a trying time for all our nations. I am confident that we will overcome the challenges we face. With determination and focused action, we will weather this crisis, return our economies to the path of prosperity and long-term growth.”

  • President’s Radio Address

    In his weekly radio address President Bush said, “In the long run, the American people can have confidence that our economy will bounce back. America is the best place in the world to start and run a business, the most attractive destination for investors around the globe, and home to the most talented, enterprising, and creative workers in the world. We’re a country where all people have the freedom to realize their potential and chase their dreams. This promise has defined our Nation since its founding, this promise will guide us through the challenges we face today, and this promise will continue to define our Nation for generations to come.”

  • John McCain to David Letterman: ‘I Screwed Up’

    The GOP presidential nominee apologizes to the late-night host for canceling a previous appearance

  • Cindy McCain releases 2007 tax return (AFP)

    Cindy McCain, wife Republican presidential candidate John McCain, arrives at the Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation Dinner on October 16, at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City. The heiress of a multimillion dollar company, released her belated personal tax filings for 2007, showing she had an income of more than four million dollars.(AFP/Andrew Theodorakis)AFP – Cindy McCain, wife of Republican presidential hopeful John McCain and heiress of a multimillion dollar company, released her belated personal tax filings for 2007, showing she had an income of more than four million dollars.

  • President Bush Meets with President Sarkozy of France and President Barroso of the European Commission – October 18, 2008

    President Bush on Saturday said, “This is a trying time for all our nations. I am confident that we will overcome the challenges we face. With determination and focused action, we will weather this crisis, return our economies to the path of prosperity and long-term growth.”

  • The Bradley Effect

  • Commentary: Barack Obama, icy cool under fire

    Make no mistake, Barack Obama is one cool customer. Now, after the last debate, it seems all but certain that the Iceman cometh to the White House.