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In a second term, does the real Obama emerge?

David A. Fahrenthold and Peter Wallsten

What would President Obama do in a second term? The left has its hopes, and the right has its fears. But both are fundamentally guessing.

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Biden hires former lobbyist

T.W. Farnam

Steve Ricchetti, who starts work for Biden today, founded a lobbying firm with clients including AT&T, drug-maker Eli Lilly and the American Hospital Association.

Obama switches to Facebook timeline

Obama switches to Facebook timeline

Natalie Jennings

President Obama converted his Facebook page to the timeline format, the day after the timeline option became available for branded pages.

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Vice President Joe Biden looks out the window as President Barack Obama talks on the phone with House Speaker John Boehner in the Oval Office to discuss ongoing efforts in the debt limit and deficit reduction talks, Sunday, July 31, 2011. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza) This official White House photograph is being made available only for publication by news organizations and/or for personal use printing by the subject(s) of the photograph. The photograph may not be manipulated in any way and may not be used in commercial or political materials, advertisements, emails, products, promotions that in any way suggests approval or endorsement of the President, the First Family, or the White House.

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The White House releases photos from the debt negotiations.

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Gingrich focusing on Southern Super Tuesday (2:01)

With a substantial lead in his home state of Georgia, Newt Gingrich is looking to win Tennessee as well.
Limbaugh advertisers heading for the exit (1:51)

Limbaugh advertisers heading for the exit (1:51)

More of Rush Limbaugh's advertisers say they are dropping his program after the conservative talk show host's derogatory comments about a Georgetown law student.
Gingrich confident of Georgia win (2:06)

Gingrich confident of Georgia win (2:06)

At a campaign stop in Tennessee, GOP presidential candidate Newt Gingrich denies that the GOP race has become a two-man contest between Rick Santorum and Mitt Romney. And says he's confident he will win his home state of Georgia.
Karen Santorum opens up about miscarriage (1:28)

Karen Santorum opens up about miscarriage (1:28)

Karen Santorum opens up about a miscarriage she suffered, and how political rivals mocked her decision to bring the child home. She also pushes back against the notion her husband, GOP presidential candidate, Rick Santorum, is focused only on social issues.
Obama's transgender ex-nanny 'proud' (1:40)

Obama's transgender ex-nanny 'proud' (1:40)

Once, long ago, Evie looked after "Barry" Obama, the kid who would grow up to become the world's most powerful man. Now, his transgender former nanny is living in fear on Indonesia's streets.
Ohio is key to Super Tuesday victory (3:19)

Ohio is key to Super Tuesday victory (3:19)

Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum are locked in a fierce battle for Super Tuesday's hottest contest. Ohio is a state that in many ways represents a microcosm of America. The AP's Kelly Daschle explains.
Santorum says money won't decide election (1:32)

Santorum says money won't decide election (1:32)

Republican Presidential candidate Rick Santorum heavily criticized his chief rival, Mitt Romney, as well as President Obama, during a campaign stop in Miamisburg, Ohio. Ohio is one of the states holding a Super Tuesday primary tomorrow. (March 5)
Lobbyists and congressional staff hit the ice (3:02)

Lobbyists and congressional staff hit the ice (3:02)

Congressional staff and lobbyists from a wide range of interests and industries took time on Sunday for a little fun on the ice to raise funds for the Fort Dupont Ice Hockey Club in the fourth Annual Congressional Hockey Challenge at the Verizon Center.
Romney claims key to winning back economy is focus (1:47)

Romney claims key to winning back economy is focus (1:47)

During a campaign stop in Ohio, Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney compared the economy to running a business, saying the key to turning any failing enterprise around is focus. Romney argues that President Obama hasn't focused on jobs. (March 5)
Trail Mix, March 5: Ohio and the middle-class vote (1:51)

Trail Mix, March 5: Ohio and the middle-class vote (1:51)

Felicia Sonmez, The Post's Election 2012 blogger, previews how the fight for the middle class is shaping up as Super Tuesday nears.
V.P. Joe Biden arrives in Mexico (1:10)

V.P. Joe Biden arrives in Mexico (1:10)

Vice President Joe Biden arrived in Mexico on Sunday night to discuss economic issues with Mexican President Felipe Calderon. (March 5)
Ron Paul: I know my chances are slim (7:09)

Ron Paul: I know my chances are slim (7:09)

As the GOP Presidential candidates gear up for Super Tuesday, Bob Schieffer speaks with Ron Paul about his chances of winning the nomination and what his measurement of success is.
Mitt Romney hits Obama over Iran (1:08)

Mitt Romney hits Obama over Iran (1:08)

GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney criticized President Obama's comments on how to keep Iran from building a nuclear weapon, saying he would take a tougher stance.