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Rep. Paul Ryan to speak at Md. GOP dinner

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:19:14 -0400

BALTIMORE - Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan is scheduled to speak at a Maryland Republican Party dinner.

Social issues still fire up GOP despite 2012 loss

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:27:39 -0400

WASHINGTON - Republican lawmakers have a message for those who want the party to soften its emphasis on social conservatism in hopes of reaching a wider national audience: Not so fast.

Mississippi editorial roundup

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:44:02 -0400

Recent editorials from Mississippi newspapers:

Immigration splits GOP's national, House interests

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:44:02 -0400

WASHINGTON - The Republican Party's hope of running stronger presidential races by revamping immigration is about to hit a big hurdle: House Republicans.

Left and right already swinging at Ark. senator

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 02:28:03 -0400

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas - The conservative Club for Growth tags Democratic Sen. Mark Pryor as President Barack Obama's "closest ally" in the state. New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg's gun-control advocacy group says Pryor "let us down."

3 open Ga. congressional races dominated by GOP

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 11:19:10 -0400

SAVANNAH, Georgia - With three U.S. House seats in Georgia wide open in 2014, the chance to go to Washington is already attracting a crowd of several state legislators, a minister, a surgeon, a political novice and an ex-congressman seeking a comeback. So far, not one is a Democrat.

2014 Senate Democrats firm up health care support

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 12:31:19 -0400

ATLANTA - Far from reversing course, Senate Democrats who backed President Barack Obama's health care law and now face re-election in GOP-leaning states are firming up their support for the overhaul even as Republican criticism intensifies.

Cellucci remembered at funeral Mass in hometown

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:01:25 -0400

HUDSON, Massachusetts - Former Gov. Argeo Paul Cellucci was remembered Friday for his kindness and the courage he showed facing the disease that ultimately took his life.

Political colleagues recall ex-Mass. Gov. Cellucci

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:22:09 -0400

BOSTON - Massachusetts political figures of both parties paid glowing tribute Thursday to former Gov. Argeo Paul Cellucci - a Republican who never lost an election in a Democratic-leaning state - in the building where he spent nearly a quarter of a century in public life.

Column: Mounting controversies are all about trust

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 10:53:21 -0400

WASHINGTON - As a candidate, Barack Obama vowed to bring a different, better kind of leadership to the dysfunctional capital. He'd make government more efficient, accountable and transparent. He'd rise above the "small-ball" nature of doing business. And he'd work with Republicans to break Washington paralysis.

A decade on, Southern Baptists adapt to new role

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 14:52:25 -0400

NASHVILLE, Tennessee - A decade ago, the Southern Baptist Convention was riding high.

Romney hosts retreat of political, business elite

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 16:53:09 -0400

PARK CITY, Utah - Mitt Romney urged a gathering of political and business leaders to set aside partisan bickering and to seek solutions to the nation's most pressing issues.

On guns and more, NH Sen. Ayotte backs GOP leaders

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 08:59:56 -0400

BOSCAWEN, New Hampshire - U.S. Sen. Kelly Ayotte has endured sustained and sharp political attacks on New Hampshire television for voting with her Republican Party and against universal background checks on gun purchases, and Republicans close to the first-term lawmaker acknowledge that her popularity has suffered.

Baldwin fires up Wisconsin Dems at convention

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:58:27 -0400

OCONOMOWOC, Wisconsin - U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin rallied the Democratic faithful at the party's state convention Friday, urging them to oust Republican Gov. Scott Walker and other GOP officeholders in 2014.

Inauguration group donates funds for Latino arts

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 14:12:11 -0400

WASHINGTON - Organizers of a gala concert and series of events celebrating Latino culture during President Barack Obama's second inauguration are donating the proceeds to help raise the national profile of Latino arts and culture.

Marion mayor seeking GOP nod for Ind. treasurer

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 17:00:27 -0400

INDIANAPOLIS - Former Olympic figure skater and Marion Mayor Wayne Seybold announced Tuesday he is running for Indiana treasurer.

Fox News 'mole' resurfaces with book

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 10:05:46 -0400

NEW YORK - Joe Muto has dealt with losing his job, losing his reputation and losing friends. The low point for the former Fox News Channel "mole" came three weeks ago, when he needed to be escorted from a holding cell in handcuffs to use the bathroom.

USSR's old domain name attracts cybercriminals

Fri, 31 May 2013 09:33:55 -0400

MOSCOW - The Soviet Union disappeared from the map more than two decades ago. But online an 'e-vil empire' is thriving.

APNewsBreak: Tillis says he'll run for US Senate

Fri, 31 May 2013 08:43:44 -0400

RALEIGH, North Carolina - North Carolina state House Speaker Thom Tillis said Thursday he plans to run for the U.S. Senate seat held by Democratic incumbent Kay Hagan next year, making him the first high-profile Republican to announce a bid.

Controversies add to Obama's 2nd term frustrations

Wed, 29 May 2013 20:01:41 -0400

WASHINGTON - For President Barack Obama, the opening months of his second term have been a frustrating reminder of the limits of presidential power and the durability of the Washington political apparatus he disdains.

What could have been: Romney's transition and first 200...

Wed, 29 May 2013 18:52:49 -0400

WASHINGTON - By THOMAS BURR

GOP businessman to challenge Minnesota's Franken

Wed, 29 May 2013 16:22:26 -0400

ST. PAUL, Minnesota - Republican Mike McFadden, a political newcomer with a deep business background already being dissected by foes, declared his candidacy Wednesday for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Minnesota Democrat Al Franken.

GOP goes after 2014 House Democratic candidates

Tue, 28 May 2013 19:08:53 -0400

PHOENIX - The National Republican Congressional Committee is getting an early start on its 2014 campaign to keep the GOP in charge of the House.

Smooth confirmation hearing for Pritzker

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:56:09 -0400

WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama's nominee for commerce secretary was questioned briefly about her ties to a subprime mortgage lender that failed in 2001 and her role as a beneficiary of family offshore trusts in the Bahamas, but those were minor bumps in an otherwise smooth Senate confirmation hearing Thursday.

Tesla uses stock, note sale to repay government

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:38:36 -0400

DETROIT - Tesla Motors, which makes a highly acclaimed $70,000 electric car, has paid off a startup loan from the U.S. government nine years early.