GOP sees health care law as big 2014 opportunity
In this Nov. 15, 2013, photo, Rep. Nick Rahall, D-W.Va., walks on on Capitol Hill in Washington, Friday, Nov. 15, 2013. In his West Virginia district, the TV ads attacking…
Elections
Brother of ex-strongman elected Maldives president
By HUSSAIN SINAN An election official counts votes in Male, Maldives, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2013. The Maldives is under scrutiny after failing to elect a president in three attempts since…
NJ Christie’s political move disappoints mentor
By ANGELA DELLI SANTI FILE – In this Oct. 31, 2009 file photo, Republican candidate for New Jersey governor Chris Christie, right, smiles as he listens to former governor Tom…
Islamists call for dialogue in Egypt after coup
By MARIAM RIZK A supporter of Egypt’s ousted President Mohammed Morsi raises his poster during a protest in Cairo, Egypt, Friday, Nov. 15, 2013. Arabic reads,”down with military rule.” Authorities…
Bachelet softens reform promises before Chile vote
Chile’s former President Michelle Bachelet shakes hands with supporters as she campaigns for reelection in Santiago, Chile, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013. Chile will hold general elections on Nov. 17. (AP…
Book looks behind the scenes of 2012 race
By RASHA MADKOUR This book cover image released by The Penguin Press shows “Double Down: Game Change 2012,” by Mark Halperin and John Heilemann. (AP Photo/The Penguin Press) “Double Down:…
Tribal dispute puts Alaska village in limbo
In this 2006 photo provided by the State of Alaska Department of Commerce, wooden boards connect houses in Newtok, Alaska. The flood-prone village of Newtok near Alaska’s storm-battered coast is…
Bulgarian police, protesters clash near parliament
By VESELIN TOSHKOV Students clash with the riot police during a protest in front of Alexander Newsky cathedral, in Sofia, Bulgaria, Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2013. Bulgarian police clashed with protesting…