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Statement From the National Rifle Association of America Regarding White House Task Force Meeting

NRA says Obama Administration is pushing failed solutions.

(FAIRFAX, VA) - The National Rifle Association of America is made up of over 4 million moms and dads, daughters and sons.

They are involved in the national conversation about how to prevent a tragedy like Newtown from ever happening again.

Vice President Biden Meets with Groups to Discuss Violence Prevention

Later this month, the Vice President will present his recommendations to the President, who will then announce a concrete package of proposals he intends to pursue without delay.

(WASHINGTON DC) - Right now, Vice President Biden is leading an effort to develop a new set of policies to reduce gun violence and prevent tragedies like the shooting in Newtown Conn.

Yesterday, as part of that work, the Vice President met with victims’ groups and gun safety organizations at the White House.

Remarks by the President in Nomination of Secretary of the Treasury

"Jack has the distinction of having worked -- and succeeded -- in some of the toughest jobs in Washington" - President Obama

(WASHINGTON DC) - THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everybody. Please have a seat.

A little more than four years ago, I stood with Mr. Tim Geithner and announced him as my first nominee to my Cabinet. We were barely two months into the financial crisis. The stock market had cratered...

How an Ant Crushes an Elephant

President Obama's bill regarding Eastern DRC specifically calls for sanctions on foreign aid to any country working to destabilize The Congo.

(WASHINGTON DC) - On January 3, 2012 President Barack Obama signed the National Defense Authorization Act of 2013 despite his own threat to veto it over exclusions on closing the Guantanamo Bay prison camp.

A small portion of the Act has the potential to greatly affect Central Africa.

Farmers Join Hundreds Protesting Outside Hearing, Demanding End to Monsanto`s Campaign of Intimidation in Rural America Over GMO

Protesters also call on President Obama to halt approval of Genetically Modified Crops until Completion of long term safety tests.

(WASHINGTON DC) - Family farmers and activists gathered before the White House today after a hearing on the landmark Organic Seed Growers and Trade Association et al. v. Monsanto case.

Joint Electorate System Empowers Muslim Political Parties: PCC Pakistani Chief

Christians are second class citizens under Pakistan's present political system. They're constantly reminded that it is not their country.

(LAHORE, Pakistan) - Christianity is Asia has its roots in the very inception of the religion, originating with Christ, and spread through his apostles.

Invitation to Join the `Black Friday` Protest - 11 January

Media Release: To All News Editors / News Directors, Media Institutes and Press. Sinhala version included.

(COLOMBO, Sri Lanka) - We strongly protest the government's action in organising mobs against the peaceful protest march called by the Lawyers' Collective.

Take It to the Bank, Hagel Will Win

Obama made the nomination at the White House on Monday.

(CHICAGO) - The war against Chuck Hagel followed a predictable pattern.

It will end soon when the U.S. Senate votes to confirm Hagel as President Barack Obama’s next defense secretary.

Video Captures Heart and Ambitions of Gilad Atzmon & Orient House Ensemble

'Gilad Atzmon & the OHE Songs Of The Metropolis', produced by Tali Atzmon, includes current tour dates.

(SACRAMENTO / LONDON) - Gilad Atzmon's sax sings beautifully in the new film produced by Tali Atzmon, 'Gilad Atzmon & the OHE Songs Of The Metropolis'.

Beautifully and thoughtfully executed, the program is a wonderful introduction for less familiar listeners and a serious delight for those of us already addicted to the music of this man who has made such a difference in the world not only as a musician, but as an activist, reporter and author. Originally from Israel, Gilad is a fierce supporter of Palestinian human rights and a vocal political opponent of Israeli policy.

An Open Letter to Indian Decision Makers!

A serious mistake should not, yet again lead to another blunder. India wake-up!

(PARIS, France) - First of all let me give a brief introduction about myself. In the 1980s

I was one of the people who wrote a few articles and letters to Editors of various newspapers, justifying India’s support to the Tamils including Indian food drops in Jaffna.