31.3.11

Leader Pelosi's tour of San Francisco Medical Center




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Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi toured the newly built South of Market Health Center in San Francisco on the 28th March 2011, a year after the Affordable Care Act was signed into law by President Obama. Pelosi saw the new dental and medical facilities and met with employees and patients.

Sally Bercow Weekly Appearance on Sky News begins tonight!

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For all UK viewers and those international readers with access to Sky News, make sure to watch Sally Bercow on the Newspaper Review this evening! She will be joined by conservative blogger and radio host Iain Dale. Sally will be appearing regularly on the newspaper review segment beginning next Wednesday. Tune in at approximately 10.30pm.

30.3.11

Tavis Smiley Reports: Secretary Clinton


Watch the full episode. See more Tavis Smiley.


One of the best documentaries/interviews I've watched with Secretary Clinton.

The London Conference on Libya & Secretary Clinton






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The London Conference on Libya was held at Lancaster House yesterday, with Secretary Clinton also visiting the Prime Minister.

29.3.11

Leader Pelosi signs Book of Condolence for Japan

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Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi visited the consulate of Japan in San Francisco earlier today to sign the book of condolence for victims of the earthquake. For more information on how you can help, visit USAID.

Secretary Clinton travels to London


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Secretary Clinton arrived in London late last night ahead of her attendance at a conference discussing Libya later today.

28.3.11

Pelosi to deliver Solomont lecture at Tufts

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Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi will deliver the inaugural Alan D. Solomont lecture at Tufts University on April 8th. Pelosi will reflect on her career and the importance of being involved in public service, and is intended to act as a catalyst for young individuals to become involved in citizenship. A question and answer session will follow the lecture.

Patrick Kennedy at the Kennedy Museum, Berlin

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Former Representative Patrick Kennedy is pictured at The Kennedy Museum in Berlin earlier this month.

Has anyone been here? It looks fantastic!

26.3.11

The Military Families Campaign Meeting

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The First Lady and Dr Biden meet with spouses of US military leadership to discuss the Military Families Campaign in the Map Room of the White House, February 23 2011.

Geraldine Ferraro passes away at 75

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The Huffington Post reports that Geraldine Ferraro, the first female candidate for Vice President has passed away at the age of 75. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends and colleagues.

Inside Lee Radziwill's Manhattan Apartment






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Lose yourself in these fantastic images of Lee Radziwill's Manhattan apartment. Her Paris apartment will be profiled later this week!

Katie Couric to likely leave CBS

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The Daily Beast reports on the news that CBS are looking for a successor for Katie Couric who is likely to leave in June.

25.3.11

Secretary Clinton Press Conference on Libya



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Secretary Clinton holds a press conference where it is announced that NATO will take command of the no fly zone initiative.

Photo of the Day...Dreaming of Summer Style

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So I can wear my Jackie O Jack Rogers sandals...although I may sneakily wear them today!

24.3.11

Dreaming of... Moschino Embellished Jacket


New in on My-Wardrobe today, this beautiful Moschino Cheap & Chic short embellished cropped black jacket would look fabulous with jeans, black pants and skirts and is certain to make any spring outfit pop with colour!

My-Wardobe, Moschino Cheap & Chic Embellished Jacket

Back in DC



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The First Family arrived back at the White House yesterday after visiting five countries in three days as part of their Latin America tour. They must be exhausted!

23.3.11

Commemorating Healthcare Reform

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One year on, and the benefits of the reform bill can be seen!

The Obamas in El Salvador








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The President and First Lady were in El Salvador yesterday, where they met with the country's President and First Lady. During their visit, Mrs O visited the Ciudad Mujer women's centre, officially opening the building. She was later joined by daughters Sasha and Malia at a USAID sponsored youth centre project.

Later in the evening, the First Couple attended a State Dinner in their honour. For the two previous events, the First Lady wore a violet printed Jason Wu dress from his Resort 2011 collection, accessorised with an Alexis Bittar pin. At the youth centre, Mrs O wore stone coloured pants with a printed wrap halter top. Her most glamorous outfit was of course at the State Dinner, where Mrs O wore a brocade white and gold strappy dress by L'Wren Scott, with a cream coloured pashmina and oversized earrings and two chunky bracelets.

22.3.11

Congressional Delegation to Afghanistan, March 2011






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Leader Pelosi visited Afghanistan over the weekend, with members Rep. Rosa De Lauro and Rep. Bill Pascrell as part of a Congressional Delegation to the country. The delegation joined Abdul Rauf Ibrahimi, Speaker of the Lower House of the Afghanistan Parliament as well as meeting Mohammad Iqbal Azizi, Governor of Laghman Province and children in Marjah and Mehtar Lam.