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President-elect Obama has so far shown no fear of tapping Clinton administration veterans for his own staff. Beltway talk suggests that Senator Clinton may be asked.

Whether it's refinancing due to historically low interest rates or in preparation for a housing market turnaround, notaries are still needed in California.

Some of the greatest figures of American history have held the top Cabinet position of Secretary of State. For some it was a stepping stone; for others a frustration.

America will watch closely as Barack Obama appoints the executive crew to help the President-elect govern. The Secretary of State plays a key role on that team.

Profiles of Black people who overcame humble beginnings and minority status to become world changers

Starting January 1, 2009, first time DUI offenders in Illinois faced new legal requirements for driving during a Statutory Summary Suspension.

In the UK, the Cabinet is the principle decision-making body of the government. It is comprised of the Prime Minister and 22 other Cabinet Ministers.

Many historians consider Abraham Lincoln to be the greatest president. One reason for this is that Lincoln daringly appointed his rivals for top cabinet positions.

What is a notary public and how do you become one? Notaries are authorized by the state to notarize documents, and each state has its own requirements for commission.

Alistair Darling is the current Chancellor of the Exchequer, a position he has held since 2007. He is also the Member of Parliament for Edinburgh South West.

Caroline Kennedy withdrew her bid for consideration for the Senate seat vacated when Hillary Clinton was confirmed as Secretary of State. Who will Gov. Paterson appoint?

There are 36 reasons the State of Illinois can suspend or revoke a person's driving privileges. Currently over 500,000 people in Illinois are unable to legally drive.

The governor of NY appoints Gillibrand to fill the vacant Senate seat. A Democrat elected to Congress in a Republican district in 2006...let's look at who she is.

Leaders of the United States Senate allowed the law to trump politics, dropping objections to Rod Blagojevich's Senate choice.

George Washington inaugurated a national day of thanks and Abraham Lincoln re-established it, each with unequivocal acknowledgment of God but no mention of turkey

The World War II Chief of Staff successfully managed a two-front world conflict, attempted to make peace in China, then led U.S. responses to post-war challenges.

Clinton supporters may not be totally disappointed in 2008. Speculative, at best, rumors still float that Hillary could receive high office under Barack Obama.

Barick Obama's cabinet will not be "A Team of Rivals" as Lincoln built, but it may produce the diversity of opinion that his role model sought. Here's how they compare.

Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich announced his choice to succeed Barack Obama in the Senate. The Governor has been arrested and impeachment is looming.

In his first three days as President Barack Obama moved to change US policies on Guantanamo detentions and funding of foreign family planning.

John Quincy Adams, elected President in 1824 as a Democratic-Republican, was a member, during his long political career, of no less than five political parties.

Some of the great US presidents have entered office with great resumes. So have some of the failures and mediocre ones. Does experience matter and, if so, what kind?

Rewards for Justice Program pays cash awards for bringing terrorist to justice and prevent acts of international terrorism against U.S. persons or property.

The first president to also be the son of a president, John Quincy Adams paralleled the temperament, career and opinions of his illustrious father.

The Marshall Plan infused struggling European economies with billions of dollars to rebuild infrastructure and thwart the efforts of Soviet Russia in Western Europe.

Hillary Clinton, as part of the fast paced Obama administration, is pursuing Obama policy issues. Her schedule includes meetings with her counterparts worldwide.

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton has met with North Korean leader Kim Jong-Il during an unannounced visit resulting in the pardon of two U.S. reporters.

Ever wonder what colleges and universities get the best graduation speakers? Here's a list of the most notable commencement speakers from Spring Semester 2006.

Hitler's refusal to withdraw from Poland gave Britain's Government no option but to declare war against Germany 70 years ago. It was the start of six years of conflict.

Capitol Forum provides high school social studies teachers with student-centered lessons to promote dialogue about controversial current issues in U.S. foreign policy.

Apart from George Washington, James Monroe is the closest America has ever come to having a unanimously elected president, leading the country during peaceful times.

David Miliband is the British Foreign Secretary. He is also the Member of Parliament for South Shields. This is a short profile.

The government are making the development of Cambodia's islands, the focus of their new push to attract developers.

Barack Obama faces a task of such magnitude that it surpasses any other faced by a President taking office. The question is whether Barack Obama is equal to the task.

The United Kingdom is a Parliamentary Democracy, with the Prime Minsiter acting as Head of the Government. The Parliament is organised into two 'Houses'.

William Claiborne, already appointed Virginia's surveyor by the Virginia Company, arrived in Virginia aboard the ship George in August of 1621.

Arizona's Secretary of State, Jan Brewer, announced a new innovation in voting for the 2008 ballot. A select group of voters will be casting ballots differently.

At a Twin Cities celebration of America's heritage, the former U.S. Sec. of State, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, and National Security Advisor did not disappoint.

Lawrence Cannon, and Hillary Clinton's recent meeting marked 100 years of the Great Lakes Treaty. The pair met for private talks after the ceremony.

Following Secretary Clinton's lead, Speaker Pelosi upholds President Obama's Charm China Offensive 11 days prior to the 20th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre.

A months-long Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip is currently putting 1.5 million Palestinian lives -750,00 children- under serious threat, amid international silence.

Iraq needs a fresh approach; free from party political pressures and ulterior motives. Was the Baker-Hamilton Report a missed opportunity?

The Jews, though victims of social bigotry, rose to be powerful rulers in some countries in modern times as well as in the ancient times.

Marbury v Madison allowed the Marshall Court to give a broad definition of Judicial Review and perfect the Founding Father's vision of Constitutional checks and balances.

A haven for Taliban and Al Qaeda fighters, the Pakistan Northwestern Frontier has been the most difficult region for coalition troops and Pakistan Army forces to control.

Inventions are wonderful things. They improve the quality of life for people. By protecting inventor's inventions, governments encourage further creativity.

The results of the RAE2008 will inform the allocation of over £1.5 billion a year in government research funding from 2009-10. Here is a synopsis of those results.

One of the most basic principles of British anti-discrimination legislation is that likes must be treated alike.

Henry Clay was a major candidate on three unsuccessful occasions, promoting his American System against Andrew Jackson and the Democrats.

Franklin Roosevelt used Theodore Roosevelt as a model to shape his political career and personality. At the very least they shared remarkable similarities.