Politics

Obama Prepares For Trips To Russia, Africa

Determined to change the way the world views the United States, Barack Obama is onto his next foreign mission: rebuilding relations with Russia, proving to global leaders that America is serious about climate change, and outlining his vision for Africa, his father's birthplace.

• Obama, McCain Cite Founding Spirit On July 4  
• 60 Votes Not So Super For Obama, Senate Democrats   
• Budget Battles Keep States From Tackling Reforms   
• Honduras Withdraws From OAS  
• Sotomayor Said To Have Ties To 'Extreme' Group  
• Biden Meets With Son, Key U.S. Leaders In Iraq  
• Palin Quits As Governor, Mum On Future Plans  
• MN Hospitals Try To Minimize Damage Of Budget Cuts  
• Franken Hits Iron Range Parades On July 4 Weekend  
• GOP, White House At Odds Over Sotomayor Documents  

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