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Obamas welcome guests with curry at state dinner
WASHINGTON (AP) — The first state dinner of the Obama White House had it all: Oscar-winning entertainers, Hollywood moguls, a knockout guest chef and even a wardrobe malfunction.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Obamas welcome guests with curry at state dinner
WASHINGTON (AP) — The first state dinner of the Obama White House had it all: Oscar-winning entertainers, Hollywood moguls, a knockout guest chef and even a wardrobe malfunction.
Obama readies to deploy more troops to Afghanistan
WASHINGTON -- Signaling he's decided on new troop levels for the Afghanistan war, President Barack Obama said Tuesday he intends to "finish the job" on his watch and destroy terrorist networks in the region.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Obama trumpets Asia trip as boost to US economyThursday, November 19, 2009
Obama answers questions from top Cuban bloggerWednesday, November 18, 2009
Obama: Professed 9/11 mastermind will be convicted Obama warns of 'double dip' recession Obama welcomed in South Korea as trip nears end Senate Dem leader to outline new heatlh care bill Israel brushes off Obama criticism over JerusalemTuesday, November 17, 2009
Debate rages over Obama bow to Japan's Emperor Akihito Obama tours Forbidden CityMonday, November 16, 2009
Obama prods China to take global role on climateSunday, November 15, 2009
New study says costs rise under health bill Dems at risk of losing Obama's old Senate seat Obama arrives in China for first-ever visitSaturday, November 14, 2009
Obama vows to seek equal partnership with AsiaFriday, November 13, 2009
Afghanistan troop decision coming soon, Obama saysWednesday, November 11, 2009
Obama pays tribute to veterans at Arlington cemeteryTuesday, November 10, 2009
Obama honoring 13 who fell in Fort Hood rampageMonday, November 9, 2009
House health plan hits brick wall in SenateLynn Sweet Blog
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A Love Story
In a way, family and close friends say, the Obamas' relationship is anything but a typical American love story.
The Woman Behind Obama
Michelle Obama hugs her husband after his now-famous 2004 keynote address at the Democratic National Convention.
Obama's Faith
Barack Obama speaks to supporters at the Salem Baptist Church Sunday, March 14, 2004.
How Obama Plays Poker
The traits Barack Obama displays around the card table are ones he brings to his presidential bid.
How Princeton shaped Michelle Obama
Michelle Obama may be the pride of the South Side, but her undergraduate years at Princeton also helped shape her worldview.
The new First Kids
Sasha and Malia Obama aren't camera shy, and as First Kids-elect, they're about to get a whole lot more time in the national spotlight.
Christmas: Obama style
How celebrate the holiday like the Obamas
Barack's hole-in-one
He's been compared to JFK and FDR, but one area where president-elect Barack Obama falls short is on the golf course.
Michelle: A style icon
A look at the many styles of Michelle Obama.
Stimulus: Factory jobs
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Interactive
Obama Family Tree
Barack Obama already has presidential timber in his family tree: He is distantly related to three U.S. presidents.
Obama's family tree
Obama family photos
Candidates on the Issues
Where the candidates stand on the issues of gay marriage, abortion, immigration and much more.
DNC acceptance speech
Slideshow: Nearly 84,000 people crowded into Invesco Field to witness history as Barack Obama became the first black man to accept the nomination for president.
Stage built got a president
Slideshow: It was a stage built for a president -- but it didn't happen overnight. Watch as Sun-Times photographers capture Grant Park's transformation.
A new hope
Slideshow: Barack Obama made history on Nov. 4, 2008, being elected the first black president of the United States.
Around the world
Photos: See how news about Barack Obama's presidency spread across the globe.
Barack and me
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