Jan 6th, 2009 · The new House of Representatives was sworn in with pomp, circumstance and an ambitious Democratic agenda. Nancy Pelosi was re-elected speaker and the Democrats changed some House rules, such as repealing term limits for committee chairs. This has Republicans grousing at the festivities.
Dec 29th, 2008 · Somalia's president resigned Monday as the head of his country's U.N.-backed government after four years. The speaker of parliament will stand in as acting president until elections.
Dec 8th, 2008 · Avraham Burg, former speaker of the Israeli parliament, says it is time for Jews to "rise from the ashes" of World War II. In his book, The Holocaust Is Over, Burg says Jews and Israelis must remember the Holocaust, but not be its victims for generations to come.
Nov 6th, 2008 · Two days after the election, Jeff Merkley, the speaker of Oregon's state House, defeated incumbent U.S. Sen. Gordon Smith, a moderate Republican. The victory gives the Democrats 57 seats in the Senate, still short of the filibuster-proof 60 seats.
Oct 26th, 2008 · The artist-in-residence at New York's Middle Collegiate Church is on a mission to transform the way people think about organists and their instruments. On his new CD Revolutionary, he plays a virtual pipe organ that uses computers, amplifiers and speakers to create a big, bold range of sound.
Sep 3rd, 2008 · Newt Gingrich is synonymous with the Republican Party. The former Speaker of the House discusses the future of the Grand Old Party, including the legacy of President Bush and John McCain's selection of Sarah Palin as his vice presidential running mate.
Sep 2nd, 2008 · After a low-key day Monday in deference to Hurricane Gustav, the Republican National Convention really kicks into full gear Tuesday. Speakers include President Bush, who addresses the delegates via video feed from Washington.
Aug 27th, 2008 · Former President Clinton and Sen. Joe Biden are among the speakers Wednesday at the Democratic National Convention in Denver. The party is also poised to nominate Barack Obama for president, the first time a major party has nominated an African-American.