Politics

Gephardt to Step Down

House Minority Leader Dick Gephardt talks about his decision to relinquish his position in the wake of Democratic losses on Nov. 5.

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President Bush’s Press Conference

The full text of the president's press conference, in which he talks with reporters about the recent midterm elections and efforts to bring a resolution on Iraq before the United Nations Security Council.

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Beleagured SEC Chief Resigns Under Pressure

Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Harvey Pitt resigned late Tuesday night, citing the continuing political turmoil surrounding his chairmanship as a reason for his departure.

Fed Cuts Key Interest Rate

In a bid to help jump-start the U.S. economy, the Federal Open Market Committee Wednesday unanimously decided on a half-point cut in the federal funds rate.

GOP Celebrates Historic Victory, Democrats Assess Future

Republican leaders are hailing Tuesday's election results as an affirmation of the president and his policies. In a historic series of victories, the GOP strengthened its majority in the House and, more significantly, regained control of the Senate.

Harvey Pitt’s Resignation Letter

The following is the full text of Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Harvey Pitt's resignation letter addressed to President George W. Bush.

Election 2002

Jim Lehrer discusses the election results with syndicated columnist Mark Shields and David Brooks of The Weekly Standard, and to two pollsters, Republican Linda Divall and Democratic Stan Greenberg. <a href="winners_setup_11-06.html">Background Report</a>…

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