John McCain says ex-running mate Sarah Palin remains formidable force in the Republican PartyOctober 11th, 2009 McCain says Palin remains strong force in the GOPWASHINGTON — Sen. John McCain says Sarah Palin remains a formidable force in the Republican Party despite widespread criticisms of his 2008 running mate.
Attorney says Playgirl shoot next up for teenage father of Sarah Palin's grandsonOctober 7th, 2009 Father of Palin's grandson to pose for PlaygirlANCHORAGE, Alaska — Levi Johnston is going for the ultimate exposure — the 19-year-old father of Sarah Palin's grandchild will pose nude for Playgirl, his attorney said Wednesday. To get ready for his close-up, Johnston is training three hours a day, six nights a week at an Anchorage gym with a local body builder.
Palin's father, father-in-law to campaign in Idaho for GOP congressional candidateAugust 12th, 2009 Palin clan helps Idaho GOP hopeful for CongressBOISE, Idaho — Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's father and father-in-law will campaign in Idaho for Republican congressional candidate Vaughn Ward.
McCain sees ex-running mate Palin continuing to be 'force' within Republican PartyAugust 2nd, 2009 McCain: Palin to be 'force' in Republican PartyWASHINGTON — Sen. John McCain says he sees Sarah Palin continuing to play a major role in the future of the Republican Party.
Sarah Palin fomally gives up governorshipJuly 26th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Former Republican US vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin left unclear her future political plans Sunday as she formally ended her tenure as governor of the state of Alaska. Palin, 45, surprised political spectators earlier this month when she announced that she would give up the governor's office nearly a year and a half before her term was up, citing distractions caused by ongoing personal and political attacks.
New Jersey Gov. Corzine picks state Sen. Loretta Weinberg as running mateJuly 25th, 2009 Corzine picks Weinberg as running mateTRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Jon Corzine has chosen northern New Jersey state Sen.
Republican candidate for NJ governor, Chris Christie, picks sheriff as running mateJuly 20th, 2009 NJ gov. candidate picks sheriff as running mateTRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Republican gubernatorial candidate Chris Christie has picked a fellow lawyer for his running mate.
McCain suggests a probe of interrogation practices would give recruiting tool to terroristsJuly 12th, 2009 McCain opposes probe of interrogation practicesWASHINGTON — Sen. John McCain says he's against opening a criminal investigation into whether CIA officers tortured detainees during the Bush administration.
McCain says Palin will be a 'major factor' on the national scene even after she leaves officeJuly 12th, 2009 McCain says he respects Palin's decision to quitWASHINGTON — Last year's Republican presidential nominee, John McCain, says he doesn't think of Sarah Palin as quitting her job as much as changing her priorities. McCain says that he is confident that Palin, his running mate during last year's campaign, will remain "a major factor" on the national scene even after she steps down as Alaska's governor.
Analysis: Palin's unexpected resignation stings her party, unlikely to end national ambitionsJuly 4th, 2009 Analysis: Palin's resignation may hurt her futureWASHINGTON — Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's abrupt and unscripted holiday resignation is an odd way to launch a potential presidential bid and certainly no help for a party battered by scandal and fighting for relevancy.
Analysis: Palin's unexpected resignation stings her party, raises question.July 4th, 2009 Analysis: Palin's resignation raises questionsWASHINGTON — Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's abrupt and unscripted holiday resignation is an odd way to launch a potential presidential bid and no help for a party battered by scandal and fighting for relevancy.
Details of events in Palin's political careerJuly 4th, 2009 Events in Palin's political career— 1992-1996 — Sarah Palin enters public life in Alaska, serving two terms on the Wasilla City Council. — 1996-2002 — Palin is elected Wasilla mayor, serves two terms until term limits force her from office.
Potential GOP presidential contenders weigh impact of Sanford, Ensign scandals on RepublicansJune 28th, 2009 Republicans eyed for 2012 weigh Sanford falloutWASHINGTON — A potential White House contender in 2012 staked a claim Sunday to rehabilitating the Republican Party in the wake of extramarital affairs by two leading Republicans that have damaged the GOP's family-values image. "Any time you have leading figures who are engaged in behavior that is sad and troubling and hypocritical, other people are going to look at that and say, 'Hmm, they don't walk the walk.' And so the words and the actions don't ring true," said Gov.
Obama defends his Iran policy against growing criticism by RepublicansJune 23rd, 2009 Obama defends Iran policy against GOP criticsWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is answering Republican critics of his cautious response to the violence following the disputed election in Iran. Obama told reporters at the White House that he believes all Americans, including his critics on Capitol Hill, want justice to prevail in Iran.
McCain says Obama has 'done well' as president so far, still critical on Gitmo and IranJune 21st, 2009 McCain: Obama has 'done well' as president so farWASHINGTON — Sen. John McCain says his opponent in last year's presidential campaign, Barack Obama, has "done well" in his first five months in the White House.