Clinton fires back sharply at Democratic rivals
Democratic presidential front-runner Hillary Clinton fired back at her rivals and accused John Edwards of throwing mud on Thursday in a contentious debate marked by sharp clashes with Barack Obama and Edwards.
Gore says no plans to run for presidency
Former Vice President Al Gore has ruled out joining the U.S. presidential race after winning the Nobel Peace Prize for his work fighting climate change.
Student lenders look toward next fight in Congress
The $85-billion student loan industry is looking toward its next battle in the U.S. Congress -- one that could be for its very survival -- as President George W. Bush on Thursday signed legislation slashing federal subsidies to the troubled sector.
Obama proposes U.S. middle-class tax relief plan
Democratic presidential contender Barack Obama proposed up to $85 billion in tax cuts for about 150 million Americans on Tuesday, paid for by raising capital gains and dividend taxes on wealthy investors.
Clinton proposes universal health care plan
Democratic presidential contender Hillary Clinton, whose first attempt at a health care overhaul fell flat 13 years ago, unveiled a broad proposal on Monday to require health insurance for all Americans and make it more affordable.
TV, radio look for record ad money in U.S. election
The presidential election is 14 months away and with as many as 17 candidates now running, U.S. television and radio broadcasters are elated at the prospect of billions more in advertising dollars.
Democratic hopefuls seize on housing woes
Democratic presidential hopefuls have seized on the deepening U.S. mortgage crisis and gyrating financial markets as signs they would be better stewards of the economy, but Republicans argue the outlook is strong.
Edwards proposes repeal of some Bush tax cuts
Democrat John Edwards said on Thursday if elected president he will try to rewrite the U.S. tax code, repealing tax breaks for wealthier Americans and funneling some of the money to low-income families.