Politics

Elections in Afghanistan

An Independent Television News report from Afghanistan about the recent Parliamentary elections.

Parliamentary Elections Proceed With Few Disruptions

By PBS News Hour

In spite of threats of violence, millions of voters went to the polls across Afghanistan on Sunday, choosing representatives to fill national and provincial legislatures.

Jimmy Carter and James Baker

Former President Jimmy Carter and former Secretary of State James Baker, co-chairmen of the National Commission on Federal Election Reform, discuss their newly released recommendations for federal election reform.

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Federal Support for Gulf Coast

In a speech in New Orleans, President Bush promised the federal government would help clean up the damage inflicted upon the Gulf Coast by Hurricane Katrina. A report from New Orleans captures reactions from politicians and survivors.

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President Vows Massive Federal Rebuilding Effort in Wake of Hurricane

By Admin, PBS News Hour

In a prime-time address to the nation Thursday, President Bush promised the federal government "will do what it takes" to rebuild areas devastated by Hurricane Katrina and took responsibility for the response effort many have criticized as too slow.

Roberts Tries to Address Concerns of Skeptical Democrats

By Admin, PBS News Hour

Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee grilled chief justice nominee John Roberts on his views of affirmative action, civil rights and big business, trying to get at his personal, rather than legal, view of the law.

Parliamentary Elections Mark Critical Step for Afghan Government

By PBS News Hour

On Sunday, Afghans will head to the polls for a long-awaited and twice-delayed parliamentary election.

The Roberts Hearings’ Final Day

A report on the final day of John Roberts' confirmation hearings for chief justice of the United States.

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Roberts Stresses Limited Role of Court, Pledges to Seek Consensus

By Admin, PBS News Hour

During his second day of questioning by the Senate Judiciary Committee, chief justice nominee John Roberts said Wednesday he would strive to build larger and clearer majorities in Supreme Court decisions if confirmed.

Insurgents Launch Assaults Aimed At Derailing Elections

By PBS News Hour

As Afghanistan's 11.7 million voters and nearly 6,000 candidates prepare for upcoming landmark parliamentary elections, insurgents have launched an intensified wave of attacks against Afghan and coalition troops and other government supporters.