NPR Topics: U.S.
Obama Seeking $50 Billion For Infrastructure Projects |
The investments in the nation's roads, railways and runways are part of a package of targeted proposals that must be approved by Congress, which is highly uncertain at a time when many legislators and voters are worried about adding to federal deficits.
2010 Elections: Which Party's Going To Win? |
Make your forecast: Will Republicans take control of the House and Senate? Or just one chamber? Or will Democrats hold on to their majorities in both? The fall campaign kicks off in earnest today. Put your pundit hat on and do some prognosticating.
Why Aren't Employers Hiring? |
The unemployment rate rose to 9.6 percent last month, with big political implications ahead of November elections. If the job market is ever to improve, employers will have to start feeling a lot more confident about where the economy is going. So what will it take for them to create jobs?
Street Parking In Washington D.C. Goes High Tech |
Cities are starting to update a critical public service: on-street parking. Washington, D.C. is in the vanguard of this new parking shift. Officials are working with private companies -- trying out five different technologies to collect parking revenue.
November's Elections Reminiscent of 1982 Elections |
Just two years ago, Democrats were on their way to the biggest congressional majorities in many years. Now they're struggling to stay in power. And that prompts comparisons to another president who started with a lousy economy. President Reagan's party faced tough midterm elections as unemployment topped 10 percent in 1982.
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Four Days, Nights: A Girls' Coming-Of-Age Ceremony |
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Camp For Alzheimer's Patients Isn't About Memories |
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As Clock Ticks, Lawmakers Revisit Bush Tax Cuts |
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Unions Try To Combat Lopsided Election Spending |
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Series Overview: Bush Tax Cuts And Beyond |
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Next Up For The Economy: Small-Business Tax Cuts? |
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Know This Man? Can You Tell Him Who He Is? |
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Muslim Americans Find Their Voice Amid The Shouts |
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Cranky Flight Attendant Can't Have His Job Back |
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Auto Sales Stall After Incentives Flood Market |
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