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Obama Presses Hu on Human Rights

Obama Presses Hu on Human Rights Boston.com reports : WASHINGTON — President Obama yesterday gently but pointedly prodded China to make progress on human rights, but he sought to focus most of the attention during a closely watched state visit with President Hu Jintao on the …

Written by FrumForum News on Thursday January 20, 2011

Daniels Touts Prison Reform

Daniels Touts Prison Reform Mitch Daniels writes : Ordinarily, a kind mention in the New York Times — there have actually been a few, lately — sends me back for a serious rethink of whatever action or stance gave rise to the compliment. But this week’s support for our …

Written by FrumForum News on Thursday January 20, 2011

Plurality of Americans Distrust Fox News

Plurality of Americans Distrust Fox News Public Policy Polling reports : PPP's annual look at the public's trust in various TV news outlets finds that Fox News' credibility is on the decline, that the traditional networks are seeing an up tick in their numbers, and that PBS is at …

Written by FrumForum News on Thursday January 20, 2011

The GOP's Healthcare Dilemma

Coverage for all: We do it, why not say it? If I were working for a 2012 Republican presidential aspirant, I’d be preparing now for this debate question: "Governor/Senator: Do you believe that the federal government should ensure that all Americans can buy an affordable health-insurance …

Written by David Frum on Thursday January 20, 2011

Remembering Deamonte Driver

Ezra Klein summons the memory of the sad story of Deamonte Driver. But if we're going to remember the story, let's remember the story in its entirety. Ezra Klein summons the memory of the sad story of Deamonte Driver, a 12 year old Washington boy who died because of an infected tooth. But if we're …

Written by David Frum on Wednesday January 19, 2011

With Repeal Vote Over, the Real Work Begins

Republicans have urgent concerns with the healthcare bill. But the only way to fix those problems will be by cooperating and compromising with the Dems. Okay, so we got that out of our system. Fine. Now, some serious work. As I see it, Republicans have 2 most urgent concerns with the healthcare …

Written by David Frum on Wednesday January 19, 2011

Should Giffords Vacate Her Seat?

Should Giffords Vacate Her Seat? At the Loop21 blog, John S. Wilson writes : The shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords has led to a multitude of unanswered questions surrounding: gun regulation (or lack thereof); heated political rhetoric and its consequences; and what if any …

Written by FrumForum News on Wednesday January 19, 2011

What's With the Left's Hate for Lieberman?

Over at Slate, Emily Bazelon is listing the reasons she “hates” Joe Lieberman. Apparently the left's call for civility in politics stops with the Senator from Connecticut. Over at Slate, Emily Bazelon is listing the reasons she “hates” Joe Lieberman. The reasons illuminate the mind of what …

Written by John Vecchione on Wednesday January 19, 2011

Lieberman: 'Time to Turn the Page'

Lieberman: 'Time to Turn the Page' The Hill reports : Sen. Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.) told supporters Wednesday he will not seek reelection in 2012, officially shutting the door on a Senate career that has spanned more than two decades. Flanked by his wife and three children, …

Written by FrumForum News on Wednesday January 19, 2011

What the GOP Could Learn from Lieberman

Joe Lieberman's retirement provides a great opportunity for the GOP to reflect on the benefits of big tents and broad coalitions. Joe Lieberman's retirement is a great time to reflect on the benefits of big tents and broad coalitions. For many liberals and Democrats, Lieberman is the closest thing …

Written by Noah Kristula-Green on Wednesday January 19, 2011

Don't Import Britain's Healthcare Missteps

For many on the left, the endgame for American healthcare is a system similar to Britain's National Health Service. I appreciate Mr. Lehrer’s comments but I must beg to differ with his characterization of the desires of President Obama or “anyone else on the American left” (a very large cohort, …

Written by Stanley Goldfarb on Wednesday January 19, 2011

CFR's Anti-Israel Letter: Emoting, Not Thinking

A group of foreign policy heavyweights is urging the U.S. to vote at the UN to condemn Israeli settlements on the West Bank and in East Jerusalem as illegal. Yesterday, a group of foreign policy heavyweights released a letter urging that the United States break from past precedent and cast a …

Written by David Frum on Wednesday January 19, 2011

House Begins Repeal Vote Debate

House Debates Repeal Vote The Washington Post reports : The House on Wednesday morning began an hours-long debate that will end with a vote on repealing the national health care overhaul, with both sides still trying to avoid the overheated rhetoric that has characterized this …

Written by FrumForum News on Wednesday January 19, 2011

China-U.S. Reach $45B Trade Deal

U.S.-China Reach $45B Trade Deal The Washington Post reports : China has agreed to $45 billion in trade and investment contracts with U.S. companies and has made a series of other trade-related concessions as part of Chinese President Hu Jintao's visit, a senior administration …

Written by FrumForum News on Wednesday January 19, 2011

Clinton Won't Commit to Second Term at State

Clinton Won't Commit to Second Term at State The Hill reports : Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Wednesday she hasn't committed to serving a second term in the Obama administration and is looking forward to an eventual return to private life. "That's not something …

Written by FrumForum News on Wednesday January 19, 2011

Palin's Numbers Hit New Low

Palin's Numbers Hit New Low The Hill reports : Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's unfavorable rating reached an all-time low in a poll released Wednesday as President Obama's job approval rating is on the rise. Fifty-six percent said in a CNN/Opinion Research poll that they …

Written by FrumForum News on Wednesday January 19, 2011

Issa to Hold Hearings on TARP

Issa to Hold Hearings on TARP The Hill reports: The Oversight and Government Reform Committee will hold its first hearing of the 112th Congress on bailouts and the foreclosure crisis on Jan. 26. The main witness will be Neil Barofsky, the special inspector general for the …

Written by FrumForum News on Wednesday January 19, 2011

Gillespie, Ayers to Lead RNC Transition

Gillespie, Ayers to Lead RNC Transition The New York Times reports : Reince Priebus, the newly elected chairman of the Republican National Committee, will announce Wednesday the appointment of a pair of seasoned party operatives to lead the committee through its transition …

Written by FrumForum News on Wednesday January 19, 2011

Giffords to be Released Friday

Giffords to be Released Friday Politico reports : Rep. Gabrielle Giffords will be released from a Tucson, Ariz., hospital Friday just under two weeks after she suffered a gunshot wound to her head. Giffords is set to be moved from the University Medical Center to …

Written by FrumForum News on Wednesday January 19, 2011

Hu Welcomed at White House

Hu Welcomed at White House Bloomberg reports : Chinese President Hu Jintao was formally welcomed to the White House for his first state visit to the U.S., which will include a rare press conference, a meeting with company executives, and a black-tie dinner. President Barack …

Written by FrumForum News on Wednesday January 19, 2011