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Baseball player David Cone speaks at Judge Sotomayor's confirmation hearing.

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President Barack Obama on Thursday traced his historic rise to power to the vigor and valor of black civil rights leaders, telling the NAACP that their sacrifice 'began the journey that has led me here' as the nation's first black president. (July 16)

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The President honors the 100th anniversary of the NAACP.

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President Barack Obama, addressing the 100th anniversary conference of the NAACP, said he owes his ascent to those who fought in the civil rights movement.

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History was made at the White House Thursday when President Barack Obama boarded Marine One, and an all-female Marine Corps crew flew him to Andrews Air Force Base. (July 16)

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When does a right to privacy trump the public's right to know? It's a question that's now a part of the race for King County Executive. Susan Hutchison, the lead candidate, is fighting the release of court records over an age and race discrimination suit she filed. KING 5's Eric Wilkinson reports.

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Sonia Sotomayor sped toward confirmation as the nation's first Hispanic justice Thursday, encouraged by Republican promises of a quick vote. (July 16)

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On her fourth and final day before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor received praise from Republican members.

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Penn Jillette and John Stossel debate the impact of universal health care

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Secretary of State Clinton heads to India where she is expected to work on dispelling any doubts about the US commitment to India.

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Sotomayor has lived on a judge's salary for yrs., says she can "suffer through."

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Sotomayor hearing witness Linda Chavez mocks Sotomayor remark.

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The once widely popular California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is feeling the heat -- as the most populous U.S. state struggles to plug a $26 billion deficit.

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Karl Rove blames rising unemployment rates on stimulus bill

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Frank Ricci, plaintiff in Ricci v. Destefano, shares his story.

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Violence is on the rise in oil rich Northern Iraq, as political factions battle for control.

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Bloomberg jokes to Sessions they're not so different.

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Comic turned U.S. Senator Al Franken asked Judge Sonia Sotomayor about their mutual interest in the mid- 20th century Perry Mason TV show.

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Dyslexic New Haven firefighter testifies at Judge Sotomayor's confirmation hearings

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Sen. John Cornyn says Sotomayor is "steady" but "confusing."

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Politico?s Jonathan Martin discusses today?s hot political topics.

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Sen. Coburn shares a light moment with the judicial nominee.

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Sen. Sessions misspeaks when talking to witnesses during Sotomayor's hearing.

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A Connecticut firefighter who lost an appeals court ruling by Sonia Sotomayor has told a Senate panel that in his line of work, advancement has to be determined by skill and qualifications. (July 16)

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Graham concerned about the interference of Sotomayor's beliefs in her rulings.

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Senator and Doctor Barrasso warns about health care reform plans

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What is the payment plan for Senate health care reform?

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Sonia Sotomayor shares why she wants to serve on the high court.

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Judge Sonia Sotomayor signalled an openness to television coverage of Supreme Court proceedings Thursday as she neared the end of three grueling days of questioning. (July 16)

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Republicans cleared the way Thursday for a Senate vote next month to confirm Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor, placing her firmly in line to become the first Hispanic justice. (July 16)

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Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., challenges Judge Sotomayor one final time.

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Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor enters her fourth day of hearings.

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What impact will Democrats' plan have for health care reform have on small businesses and the job market?

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Republican lawmaker issues health care challenge to Democrats

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Former House speaker on who should pay for health care reform

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Sen. Lindsey Graham says he's feeling more comfortable about Sonia Sotomayor going to the Supreme Court, saying he hopes she won't let personal opinions drive her rulings. (July 16)

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President Barack Obama wants a health care reform bill from Congress before the August recess. Here are some of the details on the plans working their way through the House and Senate. (July 16)

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The president pushes to pass a major health care overhaul before August recess.

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Thursday could be the final day of questions for Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor. Witnesses both for and against Sotomayor are expected to testify in-front of the Judiciary Committee today. (July 16)

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President Barack Obama sat down with baseball great Willie Mays on Air Force One, telling the hall-of-famer how much Mays meant in his run for the White House. (July 16)