Michael D. Shear

Recent stories written by Michael D. Shear

Economic study would take aim at health bill (11/16/2009)

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and an assortment of national business groups opposed to President Barack Obama's health care reform efforts are collecting money to finance an economic study that could be used to portray the legislation as a job killer and a threat to the nation's economy, according to an e-mail solicitation from a top Chamber official.

Obama, Bush Sr. team up to celebrate volunteerism (10/17/2009)

COLLEGE STATION, Texas – For eight months, President Barack Obama has been methodically moving to overturn his predecessor's policies, turn back his eight-year imprint on government and undo his legacy.

Obama vows end to 'don't ask' (10/11/2009)

WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama, struggling to keep promises he made during last year's campaign, pledged to continue fighting on behalf of gays and lesbians – including ending the military's ban on openly gay service members – as he appeared at a fundraising dinner for the nation's largest gay advocacy group Saturday night.

GOP notables back reform (10/7/2009)

WASHINGTON – Seeking to provide fresh evidence of bipartisan support for health-care reform, the White House is orchestrating a series of endorsements from GOP heavyweights around the country.

Obama revamps shield (9/18/2009)

WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama's decision to abandon a Bush-era missile defense system in Europe and establish a partly ship-based shield against Iranian rockets could tighten U.S. pressure on the Islamic republic and ease a simmering rift with Russia.

Obama's working vacation (8/28/2009)

OAK BLUFFS, Mass. – Give the guy credit for trying.President Barack Obama came to this tiny, upscale island of Martha's Vineyard for a break from his day job, a weeklong respite from the angry town halls and the pessimistic pundits and the Democratic lawmakers who just won't seem to fall into line. It was supposed to be a vacation.