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George E. Condon Jr.
george.condon@copleydc.com
JANUARY 2008
Candidates sprint into final stretch in N.H. 1/8/07
Voters getting chunk of
'change' 1/7/08
Close encounters of the
political kind 1/1/08
DECEMBER 2007
NOVEMBER 2007
Noel awarded medal
for arts 11/16/07
11/1/07
OCTOBER 2007
SEPTEMBER 2007
AUGUST 2007
Deaver left legacy
affecting all presidents 8/24/07
Summit
closes with few details of drug package 8/22/07
At North American
summit, Bush stands firm on passports 8/21/07
Summit draws 3 leaders
to Canada 8/20/07
Democrats' grueling
week over; Republicans to look for flaws
8/12/07
Dispatch from the YearlyKos convention 8/3/07
JULY 2007
Weakened
Bush finding it tough to push agenda beyond Iraq 7/3/07
Thompson has challenge to turn celebrity into real campaign
7/1/07
JUNE 2007
Bush will meet Putin at
G-8 amid deteriorating relations 6/2/07
MAY 2007
Break in
immigration logjam 5/18/07
APRIL 2007
MARCH 2007
FEBRUARY 2007
JANUARY 2007
Celebrations of takeover now confront governing
challenge 1/4/07
Nation pays
tribute to Ford
1/3/07
Washington says goodbye
1/3/07
DECEMBER 2006
Obama turning '08
race 'upside down' 12/10/06
NOVEMBER 2006
OCTOBER 2006
Hunter set
to announce presidential bid 10/30/06
THE
CUNNINGHAM SCANDAL;
SEPTEMBER 2006
AUGUST 2006
Nancy
Cunningham breaks her silence regarding 'Duke' 8/17/06
Lieberman's defeat could signal tough times for Bush backers 8/10/06
JULY 2006
Democrats reach out to middle class 7/25/06
Veto a problem
for moderates, independents 7/20/06
JUNE
2006
Democrats get boos, cheers at 2008 audition 6/15/06
Good
news from Iraq should boost Bush, for now 6/9/06
Under pressure, Ney lashes
out at press coverage
MAY 2006
Bush, Blair admit errors in Iraq war
5/26/06
McCain's speech at Falwell's school is key
5/13/06
APRIL 2006
MARCH
2006
Bush hopeful at summit on issues of immigration
3/31/06
Diplomacy, sightseeing top Bush's Mexico trip
3/30/06
Bush faces issues with Canada and Mexico at summit
Troops' departure not likely, Bush says
3/22/06
FEBRUARY
2006
Bush alone on port deal as GOP crew jumps ship
2/23/06
Cheney's damage control late, lame 2/16/06
Struggling president vows to 'finish well
2/1/06
JANUARY 2006
Bush looks to regain momentum via speech
1/30/06
'Vision' rhetoric will highlight speech
1/31/06
Democrats' reform push disappoints 1/21/06
DECEMBER 2005
Bush says spying is needed to guard U.S.
12/20/05
Bush senses victory in Iraq 12/19/05
Bribery admission spotlights favoritism
12/3/05
Congressman's betrayal of troops called greatest sin
12/1/05
NOVEMBER 2005
Rep. Cunningham’s corruption put U.S. troops at risk
11/30/05
Bush sees a different China from his '75 visit
11/22/05
Bush has praise for Mongolia 11/21/05
Religion is Bush's 1st focus in China
11/20/05
Risk is great as Bush slaps back on foreign soil
11/19/05
Bush supports letting Iran enrich uranium under Russia's watch
11/19/05
Bush, Putin meet in South Korea 11/18/05
Bush: N. Korea must dismantle nukes
11/17/05
Bush is blunt on freedom in China 11/16/05
Asian leaders expect more than war talk 11/14/05
SEPTEMBER 2005
Speech offers hope to evacuees, not to presidential image
9/16/05
Bush urges U.N. to combat global poverty, disease
9/15/05
'A very bad week for the president' 9/7/05
AUGUST 2005
Progress in Iraq needed to sway public
Democrats split on tactics over Roberts' nomination
8/29/05
JULY 2005
Clinton a lightning rod for both sides ahead of 2008 race
Clinton urges Democratic unity
Stakes high on abortion, other issues
JUNE 2005
President hoped to clarify policy, avoid confusion
Analysis: 'Second-term-itis' afflicts Bush, casting doubt on future successes
MAY 2005
Bipartisan deal pulls Senate back from brink
Showdown looms despite filibuster compromise
APRIL 2005
Voinovich on Bolton: ‘My conscience got to me’
Down in the polls, he defends policies at news conference
Bush orders review of passport requirement
Ongoing debate is certain; effect on
law, politics is not
MARCH 2005
A pledge of partnership
FEBRUARY 2005
Schroeder, Bush unite to oppose Iran nukes
Bush, allies still at odds on arms to China
In Europe, Bush lays out expectations, demands
Bush begins his fence-mending tour of Europe
Bush embarks on mission to heal trans-Atlantic ties
Prospect of Dean as leader presents Democratic puzzle
Fierce fight awaits on domestic front
JANUARY 2005
Tough-sounding address makes no mention of Iraq
Foreign policy challenges loom in Bush's 2nd term
DECEMBER 2004
NOVEMBER 2004
Democrats trying to deal with losses
Election became 'all about Bush' and war in Iraq
OCTOBER 2004
48 hours
In the trenches -- Battle for Ohio likely to be settled away from hype
Pitched battles
'A big issue:' Bush attacks Kerry on health care during campaign stop in Canton
Ohio Catholics with Kerry but unhappy with party, bishops
Courting the Catholic voter
Razor-tight race taking an intense, partisan turn
No holds barred
Bush more poised, but substance trumps style
No. 2s tangle over their pasts, the future
Substance trumps style in debate
SEPTEMBER 2004
Entering the battle zone
After 'red-meat night,' Bush must offer agenda
AUGUST 2004
Bush, GOP take spotlight
McCain, Giuliani key to victory
Foreign policy the crux of post-9/11 contest
Kerry says he'll fight terrorism effectively, bridge racial divides
JULY 2004
Powerful speech sets the bar high
Edwards rouses delegates
Delegates cheer Heinz Kerry
The rallying begins
Bush touts values, rips Kerry during Great Lakes area swing
Kerry avoids GOP attempt for quick KO; polls are tight
Selection adds charisma and vigor; but critics say experience is lacking
JUNE 2004
Bush beams, offers Blair a handshake when told of transfer
Bush's lofty view at end of summits overshoots reality
Bush works to patch up relationship with Turkey
EU pledges to help Iraq government
Unusually fierce protests greet Bush in Ireland
Last farewell to Reagan
People's hero at rest
Small-town start put 'Dutch' on path to U.S. presidency
MAY 2004
Somber address pleases neither friends nor critics
Kerry ad blitz focuses on military record, public service
APRIL 2004
Kerry will back 'right of choice'
High-stakes appearance brings mixed reviews
Dramatic hearing nearly overshadowed by Iraq
MARCH 2004
President feels the heat, launches an all-out attack
With Edwards gone, country in for earliest-ever campaign start
FEBRUARY 2004
Slipping Bush image may make attacks on Kerry less plausible
New victories allow Kerry to focus on Bush
From plodding to polished for Kerry
Tests loom for Kerry in South tomorrow
Kerry's lead grows with wins in 2 states
Senator displays far-reaching appeal
DEAN PLAYS CATCH-UP
JANUARY 2004
Democrats attack Bush on war
Despite his showing, Kerry still not in the clear
Dean and Kerry, in state of conflict, spar again over Iraq war
Kerry suddenly standing out front
Dean rips some Democratic rivals' votes for war in Iraq
Dean tries damage control after speech
Dean unable to silence laughs, concern over fiery Iowa speech
Critics dismissed in surprisingly combative speech
Surprise finish means 'We've ... got a real race'
Clock running as Gephardt woos Iowans
Kerry, Edwards gain in Iowa; Clark waits in New Hampshire
Edwards, Kerry see new hope in Iowa
PANCAKES, PROMISES
Democrats in Iowa agree on one thing
Dean gives cold shoulder to middle-of-the-road views
Iowa seen as first, last shot for some
DECEMBER 2003
President vows fair trial, says most critical part will be input of Iraqis
Democrats lose critical political point to Bush
A STUNNING DECISION
NOVEMBER 2003
Success of Bush's Baghdad visit is no secret
Bush hints more U.S. troops could be needed in Iraq
Palace officials red faced over
security lapse
Bush's trip spurs outcry in London
Protests threaten to overshadow Bush speech
Protesters await Bush in London
Unions' backing gives edge to Dean in Democratic race
Bush big, bold, visionary, but is he out of touch?
Bush pushes 'long-term victory'
OCTOBER 2003
Bush follows up aid with words of comfort
Bush says he won't be cowed by Iraq terror
GOP celebrates win; political experts see changing electorate
SEPTEMBER 2003
Clark jabs Bush over policies at first debate
Bush's U.N. lobbying fails to sway allies on Iraq aid
Bush calls on U.N. to put aside war anger
Bush seeks $87 billion for postwar challenges
Democratic hopefuls take aim at Bush policies
Experience might not mean much to voters
AUGUST 2003
Democrat hopefuls find it's difficult to compete with recall
JULY 2003
Bush takes the rap for speech gaffe
Bush, Blair take on war critics
Liberia emerges as hot issue on eve of trip
JUNE 2003
Dean criticizes his rivals' war support
Pledges by Sharon, Abbas set peace plan in motion
Air of cautious optimism awaits Bush in Middle East
Bush, Putin set aside differences over Iraq
Bush presses for allied unity
MAY 2003
Bush's foreign trip most ambitious yet
Powell sees no rush for Fox's agenda
'Turning of the tide'
President riding high with the troops
APRIL 2003
History says president may not move Senate
Democratic hopefuls get back on stage
Forming democracy, rebuilding country among tough tasks
White House avoiding appearances of gloating
Bush, Blair stay upbeat, but differ on U.N.'s role
Bush, Blair weigh postwar Iraq plan
MARCH 2003
'Cakewalk' falls from the wartime lexicon
'We will accept no outcome but victory,' Bush tells nation
For leader who likes to take big risks, this is biggest of all
Bush issues ultimatum
Iraq a direct threat, Bush says
'We will continue to hunt them down'
FEBRUARY 2003
Copley editor in chief announces retirement
Democrats' split on Iraq is unmistakable
Embattled Nixon press secretary dies of heart attack in Coronado
Bush takes gamble on long-term deficits
Authority to use military force is clear, Bush says
JANUARY 2003
President hits hard, takes on his critics
State of Union will test Bush's sense of balance
Bush against U. of Mich. affirmative action
DECEMBER 2002
Minimizing damage allows GOP to refocus
Gore won't challenge Bush
NOVEMBER 2002
Despite Bush rainbow, clouds
remain
Crowds cheer Bush at close of NATO trip
New NATO's military might may be greatly exaggerated
Putin cautions Bush to follow U.N. on Iraq
NATO backs Bush on disarming Iraq
NATO to discuss problem of Iraq
Bush seeks NATO aid in event of war with
Iraq
Dual mission awaits Bush at summit in Prague
France supports U.S. on Iraq
Governors in 36 states' face testy voters
OCTOBER 2002
Bush hosts Asian leaders over 2 days
SEPTEMBER 2002
President's postwar blueprint a tall order
Domestic issues seen dominating elections
NATION SET TO MOVE ON
Bush tells U.N. to punish Iraq
BUSH LEADS WAY IN DAWN-TO-DUSK RESPECTFULNESS
Bush gripped reins firmly
AUGUST 2002
Gore's loss still chafes party
JULY 2002
Kerry criticizes Bush leadership
President's speech failed on two fronts
Bush plans crackdown, defends '90 stock sale
JUNE 2002
Voucher ruling has little impact beyond Ohio
Bush's grand plan
MAY 2002
Bush tells pope about his concern for church
NATO buries Cold War fears, welcomes Russia
Bush pays homage to fallen at D-Day site
French leader, public protests greet 'jet-lagged' Bush on arrival
Putin drives Russia on path of West
Bush, Putin sign treaty to slash nuclear weapons
Bush to warn Putin on Iran
Bush hails Western solidarity
Europe's harsh view of Bush has softened
Uproar may mean nation is ready for solid inquiry
Russians, U.S. agree on nuclear arms cuts
APRIL 2002
Gore tries to mend political fences
Gore attacks Bush's domestic policies in Florida address
War on Terror At Difficult Stage
MARCH 2002
Ohio State chief blasts state funding of colleges
Bush blasts INS foul-up on visas for 2 terrorists
Latin leaders feeling slighted as U.S. turns focus to war on terror
FEBRUARY 2002
Nixon broke the ice 30 years ago; Bush seeks a China thaw
'Axis of evil' adds twist to Bush
visit
Spending blueprint calls on nation to embrace red ink
JANUARY 2002
President gives nation at the crossroads of war a map for what lies ahead
DECEMBER 2001
Withdrawal from ABM treaty more symbolic than meaningful for now
NOVEMBER 2001
Summit tall on pomp, short on circumstance
Putin gets relaxed rancher welcome
Nuclear weapons cuts
are pledged
Putin to meet with Bush for weapons talks
World must do more to end terror, Bush warns
U.S. to be kept 'indefinitely' on high alert status
OCTOBER 2001
Bush trip demonstrates dramatic shifts in policy
'Some progress' on missile defense
Bush vows to rally economies
Bush oversees terror war from overseas
Jiang affirms support during visit with Bush
Bush set for coalition building trip Shanghai
Rush to blame not part of this war
War going as planned, Bush says
U.S. lashes back
SEPTEMBER 2001
Definition of victory in new
war elusive
Amid crisis, Bush steps into transformed
role
Speech was the right balance of indignation, determination
Different war, different roles for U.S. allies
Afghanistan warned: Hand over bin Laden
Bush vows to 'rid world of evil'
Bush foreign policy more like father's since attacks
Bush's leadership faces a crucial test
Terrorist assaults deal blow to nation's psyche
Mexico's new-found democracy helps Fox make hit in U.S. visit
Bush says stalled agenda on Mexico is fault of Congress
AUGUST 2001
Gore gives notice his silence is over
Both sides in stem cell debate express relief
JULY 2001
President faces an attention
deficit
JUNE 2001
Bush, Putin build ties, put off issues for now
One whirlwind trip couldn't solve it all
We're not
the enemy, Bush tells Moscow
Bush: Missile
defense idea gaining among Europeans
Bush
defends his positions in Europe
Bush faces test of diplomacy in first Europe trip
MAY 2001
Jefford's
move could be a disaster for Bush team
Camp
Pendleton stop on Bush's itinerary
Bush must
hope for patience as he sells long-term energy plan
APRIL 2001
Bush off to
strong start, say analysts
Bush foreign
policy has allies wary
GOP activists
feel state is being snubbed by Bush
Bush's heavy
traveling has yet to pay big dividends
MARCH 2001
Bush calls
California power situation "ominous"
Bush's tax
proposal may spark tussle with Democrats
Ohio had its own
colossus in Rhodes
FEBRUARY 2001
Taxes take center
stage
Bush
gains with style, substance in new test
Bush goal: new kinship with
Mexico
Bush, Fox upbeat after
summit
Bush, Fox hugs, smiles; now
comes real work
Bush concentrates on agenda
in first formal press conference
Tax cut tough sell for
crisis-free country bent on cutting debt
JANUARY 2001
Bush
passes first-week test with flying colors
Bush to visit Fox's ranch
in Texas
Bush takes oath
Clinton exits under cloud
President-elect is ready
to start
The Clinton years