U.S. President-Elect

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Obama: 'Dramatic Action' On Economy Needed

President-elect Barack Obama says that without stimulus dollars, the nation's recession could go on for years. More Details
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Obama Praises 'Extraordinary Gathering'

'Youth Ball' Added To Inaugural Bash

Will Obama's Intel Picks Pass Muster?

Obama Vows Accountability In Stimulus Plan

Obama Hunting For New Commerce Secretary

It's First Day Of School For Obama's Girls

Historical Perspective


Find out where Barack Obama fits in the timeline of U.S. black history.

Key Moments In U.S. Black Political History

Will Race Play Overt Role In Administration?

First Black President Doesn't Prove End Of Racism

Read, See, Hear Obama's Speech On Race

World Leader

Obama Will Face These World Leaders

President-elect Barack Obama will have a host of world leaders to work with in securing the U.S. position. More Details

Diplomacy, Restoration Define Obama's Foreign Policy

Issues

On The Issues: Barack Obama

Read where Barack Obama stands on some key issues. More Details

Profile

Obama: 'Skinny Kid With A Funny Name'

President-elect Barack Obama has worked to find his place in society, starting in elementary school and continuing through his college years. More Details

Family Challenges Dominate Obama Youth

In 1971, 10-year-old Barack Obama moved to Hawaii to live with grandparents. More Details

Family

Obama's Kenyan Step-Grandma To Attend Ball

Michelle Obama, Daughters Arrive In DC

'First Granny' Readies For White House Move

Michelle Obama Builds Resumé, Family

Michelle Obama Involved In Campaign

Obama's Campaign With Their Kids

Vice President

Family Ties Bind Biden To Real World

After a devastating 1972 car accident killed his wife and baby, Sen. Joe Biden rebuilt his life. He credits Jill Biden for renewing his interest in politics and life. More Details

Biden Adds Experience To Obama Plan

Biden Started Career On County Council

From The Blogs

Across The Web

What are other news sites and bloggers saying about the transition of power? Find out on our aggregation page. More Details

Inauguration News

Feds: Inauguration Attractive Terrorist Target

U.S. intelligence officials say the Jan. 20 inauguration is an attractive target for international and domestic terrorist groups. More Details
An Obama Presidency

'Youth Ball' Added To Inaugural Bash

Obama's Kenyan Step-Grandma To Attend Ball

QVC To Sell Memorabilia At Inauguration

Inauguration Tests Troubled Transportation Grid

Inauguration Day: Preliminary Schedule

Map: Inaugural Parade Route

Cameras OK, Strollers Not, At Inaugural

Multimedia

What Can Presidents Do In First 100 Days?

How much can a president really accomplish in the first 100 days in office? Check out the past 12 presidents' major decisions and actions in that first critical period. More Details

Interactive: Obama Cabinet Nominees

Who has President-elect Barack Obama tapped to fill his Cabinet? Check out the candidates. More Details

Interactive: Obama's Economic Team

Who will help President-elect Barack Obama tackle the economic crisis? Meet his economic team. More Details

What Does The Presidency Do To You?

What does a presidential term do to a person? Take a look at former presidents at the beginning and end of their terms. More Details

Inauguration History

Presidential Inaugurations America Won't Forget

From a two-hour speech that may have killed a new president to Kennedy's public service challenge, presidents have often made history at their inaugurations. More Details

Interact: Read Memorable Inaugural Speeches

Inauguration Day Traditions Started In 1789

White House Offers Comfy Digs For Presidents

White House Traditions Stand Hundreds Of Years Strong