Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Theodore Roosevelt and the Election of 1904

Roosevelt expanded the power of the presidency and demonstrated the power of the "bully pulpit."

The Next Flash Point With Russia?

Ukraine fears that Moscow may try to use its military power to reclaim the strategic peninsula.

Olympics Hoopla Doesn't Sway China's Rulers

Those who hoped the games would soften China's repressive behavior have been disappointed.

If Medicine Is High-Tech, Why So Much Illness?

A fine new book by a former emergency doc asks tough questions gently.

Obama's Plan Wins at Covering the Uninsured

Slightly fewer people are going without health insurance, but the tide hasn't turned.

4 Ways to Save on Your Medical Bills

Letting bills pile up unopened is a popular but ineffective strategy. Here are better ways to cope.

4 Money Problems Obama Can't Fix

For all the talk, he would have limited ability to help ailing consumers.

5 Ways You Can Manage a Windfall

What's the first thing you should do? Absolutely nothing, experts say.

Frugal, Shmoogle

One little recession won't bring down Consumer Nation.

SAT Scores Hold Steady for Class of '08

The recent crop of high school graduates tied their predecessors' scores on the standardized test.

Universities Scramble to Find Student Housing

High interest in dorms has forced schools to put hundreds on wait lists and send some to hotels.

The New Hot Job: Nuclear Engineering

After decades of declining interest, universities are scrambling to keep up with the newfound demand.

A Carter Speechwriter Offers Advice to Obama

The Democratic nominee needs to make the connection between his values and his policies.

Barone: The Chosen Obama Narrative

With one exception, there's little appetite for undermining his undeniably attractive story.

Battle: Congress Must Hit Immigration Law

Lawmakers' use of "Gestapo" tag is wildly out of line, former immigration official Chris Battle writes.

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America's Best Colleges

U.S. News has collected data from more than 1,400 colleges to bring you this year's rankings.

Rankings

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Best Graduate Schools 2009

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Health

Best Hospitals

Diseases & Conditions

New guides on personalized medicine, urinary incontinence, and fitness are now available.

Business

Career Guide

Best Careers 2008

These 31 jobs will be in growing demand as Americans seek richer, simpler lives. Plus, Most Overrated Careers.

Campaign 2008: Election Results

Campaign 2008

View candidate profiles, videos, and the latest headlines from the campaign trail.

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US News Blogs

T. Boone Pickens Plugs His Plan

Michael Barone: He has spoken with both Obama and McCain about his plan.

Is It a Race Thing? Black GOPers Vs. Obama

Robert Schlesinger: The Black Republican PAC doesn't like Obama.

Treo Pro is Palm's Best Handset for Business

Dave's Download: Sleek model takes the best from Centro and Treo, but Pro's appeal is limited to pros.

An Open Letter to Glenn Beck Fans

Fresh Greens: If you're going to waste energy to spite the Democrats, be prepared to pay the price.

Talking About My Generation

Planning to Retire: A survey asks adults to rename their generation: "Boomer" sticks, "millennial" doesn't.

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