An ever-expanding list of profiles of notable figures in American politics, both famous and not-so-famous.
An evolving list of quips and quotes from politicians and politicos in the news.
When sex is involved, Americans and the media respond to political entanglements with a Puritanical bent. This article provides an overview of US political sex scandals.
Gary Locke is a leader of the Washington State Democratic Party, having served two terms as governor (1997-2005). An attorney, Locke became the first Chinese-American elected governor in the United States. After leaving public office, he joined the Seattle office of Davis, Wright, Tremain, an international law firm.He is reportedly in line to become part of President Obama's cabinet.
Martin Luther King, Jr. was an American clergyman, activist and prominent leader in the American civil rights movement. Enjoy these words of wisdom from MLK.
Milorad "Rod" R. Blagojevich is a Democratic politician currently serving as Governor of Illinois.
The tradition of a Presidential Cabinet dates to the beginnings of the Presidency itself. One of the principal purposes of the Cabinet (drawn from Article II, Section 2 of the Constitution) is to advise the President on any subject he may require relating to the duties of their respective offices. The modern cabinet includes the Vice President and the heads of 15 executive departments. Under Pres…
The president's cabinet is composed of the most senior appointed officers of the Executive Branch of government. Cabinet officers are nominated by the President and confirmed or rejected by the Senate. A cabinet is authorized in Article 2 of the U.S. Constitution. Cabinet officers are titular heads of the permanent executive agencies of the government.
Over a five year period, then Rep. Randy Cunningham (R-CA) secured $70-80 million from the House Intelligence Committee, earmarks for his two co-conspirators. The scale of the bribery scheme that sent he to jail is the greatest in recorded congressional history.
This is a list of Americans who have won the Nobel Peace prize. There were no Peace Prizes awarded these years: 1914-1918; 1923-24; 1939-1943; 1948; 1956; 1966-67; 1972.
In late 2006 (most on 7 December), the US Department of Justice fired eight US attorneys, an unprecedented act according to the legal community.
On Saturday, 11 February 2006, VP Dick Cheney shot a fellow hunter in pursuit of quail on a Texas plantation. This article provides an overview of the cast of characters.
At age 35, Martin Luther King, Jr., became the youngest man to win the Nobel Peace Prize. A follower of the philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi, King is one of the world's best-known modern advocates of nonviolent social change.
Ronnie Earle is the Travis County (Austin) Texas prosecutor. His office is responsible for prosecuting crimes against the state. He is in the news because of an indictment against US House of Representatives Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-TX).
Review of the life of Supreme Court Justice William Rehnquist, including notable decisions.
Biographical data on John G. Roberts, Jr., President Bush's first Supreme Court nomination.
An illustrated biography of George W. Bush, 43rd President of the United States.
GeorgeWBush.com provides an official biography as well as information about his wife, Laura Bush.
JohnKerry.com provides an official biography of Senator John Kerry as well as additional information about his wife, Teresa Heinz Kerry.
"John F. Kerry - Candidate in the Making" is a seven-part, in-depth "examination of the life and record of Senator John F. Kerry" published by the Boston Globe in 2003. Subsequently, the Globe expanded the content and published a book.
The Whitehouse publishes an official biography of Vice President Richard B. Cheney.
Project Vote Smart provides a detailed bio of Vice Presdient Dick Cheney; categories include campaign finances, interest group ratings, speeches and public statements, campaign schedule and position on issues.
The John Edwards profile published on JohnKerry.com is an expanded version of the bio from his presidential campaign web site.
The official Senate biography of vice presidential candidate John Edwards reviews his policy positions.
About.com Guide to Genealogy provides biographical information about US Presidents and their First Ladies in chronological order.
