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An ever-expanding list of profiles of notable figures in American politics, both famous and not-so-famous. Also includes profiles of legislation.
Sex and Politics In America
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.
Americans Who Have Won The Nobel Peace Priz
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.
Jack Abramoff, Lobbyist
Jack Abramoff corruption
Players in the US Attorneys Firing Controversy
In late 2006 (most on 7 December), the US Department of Justice fired eight US attorneys, an unprecedented act according to the legal community.
The Cast of Characters : Cheny's Quail Trip
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.
Martin Luther King - Bio
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, District Attorney, Travis County, TX
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).
The Rehnquist Legacy : A Look At The Supreme Court Justice
Review of the life of Supreme Court Justice William Rehnquist, including notable decisions.
John G. Roberts, Jr - Supreme Court Nominee
Biographical data on John G. Roberts, Jr., President Bush's first Supreme Court nomination.
George W. Bush - Biography
An illustrated biography of George W. Bush, 43rd President of the United States.
George W. Bush - Official Profile
GeorgeWBush.com provides an official biography as well as information about his wife, Laura Bush.
John Kerry - Official Profile
JohnKerry.com provides an official biography of Senator John Kerry as well as additional information about his wife, Teresa Heinz Kerry.
John Kerry - Boston Globe Profile
"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.
Richard B. Cheney - Official Profile
The Whitehouse publishes an official biography of Vice President Richard B. Cheney.
Richard B. Cheney - Project Vote Smart
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.
John Edwards - Official Profile
The John Edwards profile published on JohnKerry.com is an expanded version of the bio from his presidential campaign web site.
John Edwards - Senate Bio
The official Senate biography of vice presidential candidate John Edwards reviews his policy positions.
Biographies of American Presidents and First Ladies
About.com Guide to Genealogy provides biographical information about US Presidents and their First Ladies in chronological order.
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