Reports: Wealth in Congress jumped considerably
As the net worth of most Americans remained stagnant or fell, members of Congress saw their wealth grow considerably in recent decades
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Obama job approval tops disapproval-Gallup poll
Gallup says about 47 percent of Americans approve of the way he is doing his job vs 45 percent who disapprove
Ron Paul camp fires back at ex-aide over column
Ex-aide says candidate is "anti-Israel," uncomfortable around gays and liked to "pal around" with racists; Paul camp says he is "disgruntled" and has "zero credibility"
In ad, Perry renews call for part-time Congress
New ad airing in Iowa presents Perry as "only Washington outsider" in the race, says Congress members should "get a job like everybody else"
Romney touts business credentials in new ad
In new Iowa ad, Romney talks up conservative credentials, budget-balancing experience
Republican field begins final push in Iowa
Just eight days out from the Iowa caucuses, the GOP presidential candidates are ramping up efforts to woo the undecided
Solyndra docs: Politics infused energy programs
Washington Post analysis finds that Obama's green-technology program was infused with politics at every level
Political gaffes of 2011
From misstatements to brain freezes, a look back at the most memorable "oops" moments of the year
On tape: Baby puts fingers in president's mouth
8-month old surprised Mr. Obama as he and first lady visited military families in Hawaii during president's holiday vacation
Sources: Payroll tax cut deal in the works
House and Senate leaders agree in principle to extend payroll tax cut for two months, pending upcoming House GOP conference call
Yemen president seeking U.S. medical treatment
Obama administration considering whether to allow President Saleh entrance
Face the Nation's 2012 predictions
In an annual tradition, CBS News correspondents make fearless predictions for the year to come
Obamas spending low-key Christmas Eve in Hawaii
President Barack Obama and his family are easing into vacation mode, spending a low-key Christmas Eve out of the spotlight
Obama arrives in Hawaii for delayed holiday
President is joined by First Lady in wishing happy holidays to all Americans, with special message to troops
Gingrich camp assails Virginia's "failed system"
Candidate is one of several who failed to meet signature requirements for inclusion in state's GOP primary
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