Obama's Pick Of Panetta Proves Surprising
Jan 7th, 2009 · The former White House chief of staff has a relatively thin background for the post — but that might benefit him in some ways, as will his Washington experience.
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Background Of Past CIA Chiefs Examined
Jan 6th, 2009 · President-elect Barack Obama has named former White House Chief of Staff Leon Panetta as his choice for CIA director. Tim Weiner, author of Legacy of Ashes: The History of the CIA, talks about past CIA directors and their experience when they took office.
The Cure: Renewed And Rocking
Dec 19th, 2008 · With The Cure's renewed rock edge driven by original guitarist Porl Thomson, and signature keyboards and synths pushed to the background, the raw energy of 4:13 Dream is infectious. The band performs classics and new songs in a session from WXPN.
Blagojevich No Stranger To Controversy *
Dec 11th, 2008 · Even before this scandal erupted, Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, a Democrat, was under a cloud. Ray Long, statehouse correspondent for the Chicago Tribune, talks about Blagojevich's background, the governor's battles with the legislature and low approval ratings.
Evangelicals: 'Skeleton Man'
Dec 10th, 2008 · Evangelicals, a trio from Norman, Okla., make trippy rock with the warm wash of sound typical of neo-psychedelia, and the infectious melodies and rhythms of more upbeat indie-pop. It's a potent mix. On their sophomore release, The Evening Descends, the group deftly blends shimmering guitars with assorted background noises and atmospherics, set against singer Josh Jones' anguished voice. The album has an entirely mesmerizing texture without being overly produced or drowned in sound.
Little Joy: Strokes Drummer Gets Some Sun
Dec 8th, 2008 · Little Joy is the collaboration between The Strokes' drummer and two singer-songwriters. Their self-titled debut is playful blend of each musician's background: bossa nova and lovers rock meets California pop on the beach. It's an easygoing record, one that escapes from reality.
Job Seekers In Administration Face Tough Questions
Nov 13th, 2008 · The vetting process for job candidates in the Barack Obama administration is long, extensive, and, some may say, invasive. Jackie Calmes, a reporter for The New York Times, got a copy of the 63-question background check and talks about what information candidates must share.
Obama's Legal Past May Inform His Pick Of Justices *
Oct 30th, 2008 · If Democrat Barack Obama wins the presidency, he will be the first White House occupant in a long time with a background in constitutional law. Fellow lawyers and friends say Obama would play a big role in personally selecting new Supreme Court justices.
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