A President's Legacy Crowds at Capitol Pay Tribute to Ford December 31, 2006 • Thousands of Americans are visiting the U.S. Capitol to pay final respects to former President Gerald Ford, who is lying in state at the Capitol Rotunda. But there are quiet moments, too.
Anti-Poverty Groups Set to Work with Democrats December 31, 2006 • Advocates for anti-poverty programs had little success with a Republican-controlled Congress. Now, they're eager for the new Democratic majority to step in, and they've identified several key priorities.
A Year of Ethics Lapses in Congress December 31, 2006 • Fallout from lobbyist Jack Abramoff's guilty plea and failures to address former Rep. Mark Foley's behavior with congressional pages drove more criticism of Congress in 2006.
Mining History at the National Archives December 31, 2006 • As 2006 comes to a close, the National Archives will begin releasing millions of previously classified documents that are 25 years or older. The papers' subject matter ranges from the New Deal to the Cold War.
National President Ford Lies in State at Capitol December 31, 2006 • The body of former President Gerald Ford lies in state at the Capitol Rotunda, a particularly fitting tribute for a man who spent a quarter-century in Congress. At a Saturday night service, Vice President Cheney and others paid tribute to the 38th president.
News New House Rules Panel Chair Promises Change December 31, 2006 • Rep. Louise Slaughter (D-NY), the incoming head of the House Rules Committee, says a Democratic-led Congress will move quickly to pass more stringent rules on budget earmarks that are blamed for pork-barrel spending.
A President's Legacy Witness Recalls the Beginning of Ford's Presidency December 30, 2006 • Over the coming days, Gerald R. Ford will receive the final honors accorded an American president. Rep. John Conyers Jr. witnessed the very beginning of Ford's presidency. Despite his own starring role on President Nixon's "enemies list," he was allowed to be in the room when Gerald Ford took the oath of office.
Games & Humor Mark Russell, Bidding 2006 a Comic Adieu December 30, 2006 • Mark Russell is known for his satirical songs about politicians and all things political. He's been a wise-cracking fly on the wall, observing official Washington for 50 years. He gained national fame through PBS specials. Who better to reflect on the past year?
News Colorado Democrat Talks Bipartisan Politics December 30, 2006 • Andrew Romanoff, speaker of the Colorado House, discusses what it takes to reach across party lines and engage elected officials in the other party. Is there a lesson for Rep. Nancy Pelosi?
A President's Legacy California Says Goodbye to Gerald Ford December 30, 2006 • Family and friends of former President Gerald Ford attended private services Friday at a church in Palm Desert, Calif. Thousands lined up through the night to pay their respects.
Saddam Hussein: Crimes and Punishment White House Tempers Reaction to Execution December 30, 2006 • President Bush monitored reports on the death of Saddam Hussein from his ranch in Crawford, Texas, but said little. White House advisers appear to see limited political value in commenting on Saddam's death.
Opinion Analysis Week In Politics: Upsets, Upstarts and Scandals December 29, 2006 • Juan Williams reviews the year in politics with Noah Adams and Madeleine Brand.
White House Keeps Close Eye on Somalia Conflict December 29, 2006 • The Bush administration is paying great attention to the situation in Somalia, particularly because of the role of Islamic forces in destabilizing the government. Noah Adams talks with Washington Post reporter Karen DeYoung about U.S. policy in Africa.
Breaking Down the Meaning of 'Islamist' December 29, 2006 • Madeleine Brand talks with Fawaz Gerges about the terms Islamist and Islamism. Gerges is a visiting professor at the American University in Cairo and the author of The Journey of the Jihadist: Inside Muslim Militancy.
World Somali Government Returns to Capital December 29, 2006 • The official Somali government returned to the capital of Mogadishu Friday. Ethiopian troops ousted Islamic forces that had controlled the city since this summer. Madeleine Brand talks with Associated Press reporter Les Neuhaus from Mogadishu about the current situation in the capital.
