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After a Full Year in Office, Obama Speaks to the People
One year ago, Democrats were talking about a new political era. Now, President Obama faces a nation of angry voters. We set the scene for his first address on the State of the Nation. Also, a second day of bombs in Baghdad. On Reporter's Notebook, will France ban the veil for Muslim women in public places?
By Warren Olney • • 50m ListenOne year ago, Democrats were talking about a new political era. Now, President Obama faces a nation of angry voters. We set the scene for his first address on the State of the Nation. Also, a second day of bombs in Baghdad. On Reporter's Notebook, a parliamentary committee says the Muslim face represses women and challenges the Republic of France.
Banner image: President Barack Obama talks on the phone in the Oval Office, December 1, 2009. Official White House Photo: Pete Souza
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3 storiesA Second Day of Bombs in Baghdad
Another suicide car bomb went off in Baghdad today, killing more than 18 people. It's the second day of high-profile attacks. Jane Arraf is Iraq correspondent for the Christian Science Monitor .
Read the story8 minA Grim Backdrop Ahead of the State of the Union
With all that's happened during the past year, it's hard to believe that Barack Obama has yet to deliver his first address on the State of the Union . One day before that address, Obama faces a grim outlook on the economy and the mid-term elections. Wall Street's not lending, and unemployment threatens the middle class.
Read the story37 minFrance Moves Closer to Curb on Burkas, Stops Short of Full Ban
Women who wear the on Islamic face veil are a challenge to the republic of France. That's the conclusion of a parliamentary committee, which has recommended a ban in hospitals, schools, government offices and on public transport.
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