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Senate women to the rescue?
Female lawmakers play a key role in trying to end the current partisan gridlock in Washington. Could having more women leaders solve our problems? CNN's Athena Jones reports.
Obama under pressure as shutdown looms
The crisis in Syria, a looming government shutdown, an economic recovery still considered anemic–President Obama has been taking a lot of heat recently. Nine months into his second term, his domestic agenda appears to be in trouble. CNN's Athena Jones reports on the escalating battle between the White House and House Republicans.
Dick Cheney's daughters in a public feud
The daughters of former Vice President Dick Cheney spar over same-sex marriage. CNN's Athena Jones reports.
First lady opens up about parenting
In an interview with Parade magazine, Michelle Obama opens up about her family and priorities. CNN's Athena Jones reports.
Clowns, slaps, and calls for impeachment
CNN's Athena Jones reports on the latest series of political jabs aimed at Pres. Obama, including a Missouri rodeo clown that caused outrage and prompted an apology from the rodeo association.
No bag? Be first to board plane
CNN's Athena Jones reports on a perk for American Airlines customers who check their luggage.
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Obama attacks Romney's education plans
On the campaign trail and in ads, President Obama's team attacks Mitt Romney on education. CNN's Athena Jones reports.
RELATED STORY: Romney's education plans target of new Obama ad
Postal service can't pay its bills
The U.S. Postal Service defaults on a $5.5 billion dollar payment to the retiree fund. CNN's Athena Jones reports.
Unemployment longer for older Americans
Forty percent of unemployed older Americans remain out of work for more than a year, as Athena Jones reports.
RELATED STORY: House Republicans oppose Obama's method to pay for jobs plan
New exhibit highlights FBIs terror focus
The Newseum's War on Terror exhibit displays artifacts from 9/11 attacks and items obtained in the war on terrorism. CNN's Athena Jones has the story.
RELATED STORY: New exhibit shows artifacts from the 9/11 terrorist attacks
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