Obama has set new standard at the State of the Union by giving a Republican Congressman not just a fist bump but an exploding first bump; internet goes wild
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Human Rights Activist for Muslims Has Hope for Obama
Activist for Muslims Has Hope for Obama Uses State of the Union Address as opportunity to focus country on Muslim issues. Obama could use State of the Union to reach undecided voter
Canada PM to Pen Hockey History Book
Canada cultural symbol of hockey is reflected in PM’s authorship of hockey history book: PM Harper’s book to look at hockey’s history and how game became national
Jon Stewart Rips Obama Justification for Drone Attacks
The Daily Show’s Jon Stewart goes after Obama justification for drone attack campaign: Jon Stewart speaks out against government war on terror
Ecuador Could Have First Transsexual Lawmaker
Candidate begins run to become Ecuador’s first transsexual lawmaker: Transsexuals have traditionally struggled to be accepted into politics across the world
Jon Stewart Takes Advantage of Republican Transition Period
Jon Stewart Takes Advantage: Daily Show’s Jon Stewart makes jokes at reforming GOP’s expense – Late night comedians have attacked Republican efforts to rebrand the image of their party
Romney #2? Nope, Mitt’s Son Declines Offers to Run
Mitt Romney’s Son, Tagg was approached by Republicans about running for Senate: Tagg Romney declines chance to run for Massachusetts Senate seat
Anchorman Geraldo Rivera to Run for Congress
Daytime sensationalist newsman Geraldo Rivera in surprise political run: Geraldo is infamous in some circles for outlandish claims and bizarre behavior
America’s Rivals Send Their Valentine’s Day Cards!
Valentine’s Day offers opportunity for America’s historical rivals send their Valentine’s wishes! Rival dictators and friends send their Valentine’s Day love in card form.
Cyprus Ballot Draws Lawsuit From Guinness Record Books
Guinness Book of World Records files suit against Cyprus Ballot for use of logo in elections. Cyprus divisive politics risk setting new embarrassing record