"Many Jewish voters in Chicago, like elsewhere in the country, are furious at Mr. Emanuel over the Obama administration’s policies toward Israel. Several liberal groups inside the Democratic Party, from labor unions to other progressive organizations, blame Mr. Emanuel for playing a role in what they believe as failing to fully capitalize on the party’s majority by not pursuing more liberal policies." Read Article
9/11 Koran burning: what the law says The US authorities are powerless to stop the plans to burn the Koran under the much-cherished first amendment of the constitution, which guarantees Americans the right to free speech.Read Article
Aftershocks of an Emanuel ExitA decision by Rahm Emanuel to run for mayor of Chicago would leave Obama searching for a top lieutenant at a moment when he is likely to face stronger GOP opposition and political challenges.Read Article
Why Boehner wants to make a tax cut dealEzra Klein If Republicans are so concerned with providing certainty about the future to businesses, a two-year extension of the Bush tax cuts doesn't make sense.Read Article