Hillary Clinton
News articles on senator Hillary Rodham Clinton.
Pakistani Elders Advise Clinton
US Secretary of State, Hilary Clinton had a meeting with the tribal leaders from north-west Pakistan to discuss the current state of affairs in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Secretary of State Clinton Gets Feisty with Questioner
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton showed her feisty side recently while discussing international economics...with a college student.
Clinton Offers U.S. Support to Somalia
Clinton speaks with head of Somali interim government, vows support for Somali in the face of terrorist group.
Hillary Clinton Not Hopeful that North Korean Relations will Improve
Despite the successful release of two U.S. journalists and a personal visit between former President Bill Clinton and Kim Jong Il, Hillary does not expect relations with North Korea to improve.
Biography of Hillary Rodham Clinton
Hillary Rodham Clinton is the Secretary of State in the Obama administration. Know more about her in her biography.
Hillary Clinton Apologizes to for Afghan Bombing that Killed Civilians
The latest US set-back in Afghanistan is the erroneous bombing and killing of dozens of Afghani civilians who may have been mistaken for Taliban or al-Qaeda fighters.
Clinton Assures Iraq that U.S. Won’t Abandon the Country
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has gone out of her way to reassure the Iraqi people that the U.S. will stand with them, even as plans for withdrawal will soon go into effect.
Secretary of State Clinton Goes to Mexico with Drugs in Mind
President Obama and Secretary of State Clinton are working together with Mexican authorities and various federal agencies to stem the violence of the drug war in Mexico.
"Hillary: The Movie" Case Moves to Supreme Court
A court case involving an anti-Hillary political documentary has moved to the Supreme Court, where the justices will determine if advertising for the film would violate campaign finance regulations.
Hillary Clinton Seeks to Strengthen Ties with Europe, Russia
As her whirlwind world tour rolled into Europe, Hillary Clinton made it clear that the U.S. values Europe as its most important ally in effecting positive change around the world.
Clinton Takes Issue with Israel over East Jerusalem Demolition
The slated demolition of 80 Palestinian homes in East Jerusalem is being called "unhelpful" by Secretary of State Clinton - to the world at large, it just seems petty.
Clinton Declares U.S. will Vigorously Pursue Palestinian State
At the outset of her journey through the Middle East, Hillary Clinton left no doubt about the U.S. position in Gaza, stating that the inevitable pursuit of a two-state solution is inescapable.
Hillary Clinton Promises Smarter Approach to U.S. Foreign Policy
In what is being viewed by many as a chance at global redemption, Hillary Clinton is saying that she is going to rely heavily on diplomacy, while avoiding ideological stalemates.
Obama Planning to Nominate Hillary Clinton as Top Diplomat
Aides have leaked President-elect Barack Obama’s plans to nominate Hillary Rodham Clinton to the post of secretary of state.
Barack Obama Meets Secretly with Hillary Clinton, May Tap Her for Secretary of State
Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton met secretly yesterday and rumors are swirling that the President-elect may name Hillary Rodham Clinton as his Secretary of State.
Clinton Releases Delegates after Speech at Convention Praised
Reviews of Hillary Clinton’s Democratic convention speech have been universally positive – but will it be enough to sway her supporters to vote for Obama?
Democratic National Convention Starts off on the Wrong Foot
Racial infighting has marred the presidential primaries once again as a black Obama delegate is accused of referring to one of Hillary Clinton’s delegates as an "Uncle Tom."
Clinton Gets Convention Vote Nod
In an effort to appease Hillary Clinton supporters, the Democratic National Convention will allow her name to be included in the nomination process.
Clinton Outraged as Bush Team Defines Birth Control as Abortion
Senator Hillary Clinton and others vow to stop a Bush administration’s plan to redefine common birth control methods like the pill as abortion.
What Went Wrong for Hillary?
What happened to Hillary between last year’s "inevitable" front-runner status and her defeat this week by Barack Obama?
Is There Still Hope for Hillary?
The Democratic primaries may end without a clear cut nominee.
How Far will She Go? Democratic Voters Annoyed with Clinton
As the Democratic National Committee (DNC) prepares to meet to decide the fate of Florida and Michigan’s much-disputed delegates, one ponders where Clinton will go next.
Is Hillary’s Top Aide Jumping Ship for Obama?
Obama’s camp tries to lure away Hillary’s former campaign manager.
Is Hillary All Washed Up?
Tuesday’s West Virginia primary may be the end for the Clinton campaign.
Why Hillary Clinton Cannot Win the Nomination
Putting spin aside, statistics show why it is not possible for Hillary Clinton to win the Democratic presidential nomination.
Clinton’s Big Win in Pennsylvania Won’t Make a Big Difference
Despite Hillary Clinton’s 10-point win over Barack Obama in this week’s Pennsylvania primary, she’s still too far behind to catch up.
Will Hillary Take Pennsylvania?
Tuesday’s PA primary may decide the next democratic presidential candidate.
Clinton Dodges ‘Sniper Fire’ to Appear on Leno
Hillary Clinton breaks for a light moment or two by mocking herself on the Tonight Show.
Clinton Forced to Backpedal Over Bosnia Sniper Story
Hillary Clinton was forced this week to retract a story that she landed in Bosnia in 1996 "under sniper fire," when news footage contradicted the tale.
Hillary Questions Obama’s Decisions Regarding Pastor
Hillary Clinton told the press that Obama’s pastor would not have been her choice.
Ferraro Quits Clinton Campaign, but Not Sorry for Racial Comments
After being lambasted for making comments tying Barack Obama’s success to his race, former vice-presidential candidate Geraldine Ferraro says she’s not sorry.
Are Clinton and McCain Too Much the Same?
In a McCain vs. Clinton race for the Presidency, think you can predict who’ll win? Some say it doesn’t matter, since they’re essentially the same person.
Clinton Back in the Game, but Obama Still Leads
After a close race in this week’s primaries, Clinton edges out a narrow lead for the day, but barring a miracle for her campaign she cannot overtake Obama.
Hillary Clinton's Accomplishments
The accomplishments of Hillary Clinton, as found on the Internet.
Will Tuesday's Primaries Decide the Dems' Future?
The final results of "Super Tuesday 2" may reveal our next Democratic presidential nominee.
Is This Hillary’s Last Stand?
Politicos say that Hillary Rodham Clinton had better put up a good fight in Tuesday’s debate or risk losing to the "Obama Express" in March.
Obama Steals Virginia from Hillary!
Barack Obama has succeeded in taking Virginia in the primaries, giving the Illinois senator another boost in his race for the presidential seat.
MSNBC’s Chelsea "Pimped" Comment Angers Clinton
After an MSNBC on-air comment was made about Chelsea Clinton being "pimped out" by her mother, Hillary Clinton threatens to boycott NBC’s televised debates.
Candidates Recover from Super Tuesday
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama are still battling it out; McCain struggling to secure win for the GOP.
Presidential Race Hinges on Super Tuesday
Results of the "Super Tuesday" primary are expected to reveal top presidential candidates.
Clinton, Obama Back Down from Attack Ads, Try to Make Nice
After polls showed negative voter response to the bickering between Democratic frontrunners Clinton and Obama, both tried to smooth ruffled feathers.
Clinton, McCain Claim Victories in New Hampshire
John McCain captured an expected win in the New Hampshire primaries, while Hillary Clinton surprised with an unexpected comeback, winning by 2% over Barack Obama.
Do People Really Hate Hillary?
The frontrunner for the Democratic nomination in 2008, few candidates inspire such passionate responses from voters as Hillary Clinton: Why?
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama Swap Nasty Barbs via Hollywood
David Geffen, founder of DreamWorks movie studio, is at the center of nasty political swipes taken by Hillary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama.
Opponent John Spencer Tells Reporter "Hillary Clinton Is Ugly"
In a classic example of political idiocy, Hillary Rodham Clinton’s Republican challenger for Senate is said to have told a reporter that Clinton is ugly and has had "millions of dollars" of plastic surgery.
District Attorney Pirro Plans to Challenge Sen. Hillary Clinton
A New York prosecutor has announced that she plans to seek the Republican nomination to run for Senator next year against Hillary Rodham Clinton.
Hillary Clinton Heads to Manhattan
Rumors are circulating that the Clintons are in the process of selling their recently-purchased Chappaqua mansion.
Hillary Clinton Wows Young Europeans
US secretary of state hosts 'town hall meeting' with 1,000 people at European parliament
Hillary Clinton Urged to Put Pressure on Israel Over Settlements
US secretary of state due to hold talks with Palestinian leaders in occupied West Bank
Clinton Hints at Syria Deal As Part of Middle East Peace Push
Hillary Clinton says the US will pledge $900m to the Palestinians, subject to approval by Congress
North Korea 'ready for War With South'
Threat issued ahead of Hillary Clinton's visit to Seoul
Abandon Nuclear Programme or Lose Aid, Hillary Clinton Warns North Korea
US secretary of state's comments come as Pyongyang reportedly prepares to test Taepodong-2 ballistic missile
Clinton Tries to Build China Climate Pact
Partnership between world's two biggest polluters would significantly raise prospects of global climate change deal
Miliband to Discuss Afghanistan With Hillary Clinton in Washington Today
British politician is first foreign minister to hold talks with Obama's new secretary of state
Clinton Praises Special Relationship
US secretary of state lauds ties with UK and thanks British troops for their help in Afghanistan
Hillary Clinton Backs 'smart Power' to Assert Us Influence Around World
Diplomacy will be key to foreign policy, Obama's choice for secretary of state tells Senate confirmation hearing
Easy Ride for Clinton in Senate Hearing Despite New Fears
Secretary of state confirmed by Senate despite concerns over conflict of interest with husband's fundraising
Hillary Clinton Sails Through Her Confirmation As Secretary of State
Apparent deal with Republicans turns down concerns about the fundraising of Bill Clinton's foundation
Foreign Donors to Clinton Charity Could Prompt Hillary Debate
Biggest donor to the William J Clinton Foundation was Saudi Arabia, which gave a a total of $41m (£27m)
Family Fortunes: Jfk's Daughter to Run for Hillary Clinton's New York Senate Seat
Caroline Kennedy poised to enter party politics with inauguration in the new year almost a certainty
Clinton to Accept Offer of Secretary of State Job
Former rival well placed to become country's dominant voice in foreign affairs, replacing Condoleezza Rice
Feminists Claim Clinton and Palin Paved the Way for a New Generation
Cracks made in 'glass ceiling' and stereotypes about mothers in the workplace broken, say leading feminists
Senator Fulfils Pledge to Secure Victory With Joint Appearance
Hillary Clinton still harbors hopes of a presidential run, even if Obama was to be a two-term president
3 DAYS OF THE DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION: Ode to Bill and Hillary
Their dominance of the first three days of the Democratic National Convention served to remind us not only how and why the Clintons rose to lead the party but also how and why it ended with this nomination. A JAZZMAN CHRONICLE by Jack Random.
US Election: Democrats Formally Make Obama Presidential Nominee
Hillary Clinton emerged on the convention floor midway through the roll call vote to urge Democrats to embrace Obama
US Election: Hillary Clinton's Miracle of Multi-tasking
The onetime presidential candidate hit all the right notes in a powerful speech, writes Suzanne Goldenberg from Denver
US Election: Hillary Clinton Calls on Supporters to Rally Behind Obama
Hillary Clinton delivers an unequivocal endorsement of Barack Obama in her speech at the Democratic convention in Denver
The Clinton 'Snakes' Inc.
It is now abundantly clear that the Clintons (Hillary and Bill) are still determined to see Barack Obama fail. Time Magazine reports that while in public Clinton is doing everything she's been asked to help Obama, behind the scenes she secretly wishes Obama should lose.
US Election: Hillary Clinton's Name to Be Placed in Nomination at Democratic Convention
The move is envisaged as a symbolic vote, with Clinton expected to throw her support towards Obama
Clinton Memos Lay Bare Indecision and Rows That Doomed Campaign
Leaked Hillary Clinton memos reveal campaign team's disagreements and delays over strategy
Hillary Clinton's Slur Unearthed to Hurt Obama
Footage of jab at Democratic candidate appears day before running mate's campaign appearance in Nevada
The Tropical Islands of Vanuatu Have a Special Place for Pigs in The Local General Elections.
Without pigs there would be a very different general election, in the tropical islands of the South Pacific archipelago nation, Vanuatu.
US Elections: Infighting Doomed Clinton's Campaign, Biographer Reports
In the August edition of Vanity Fair, Gail Sheehy, a Clinton biographer, describes a candidate who deliberately neglected to set up clear lines of authority
Obama and Clinton Come Together at Unity Rally
Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton's joint appearance marked the first time the two had shared a public forum since he destroyed her hopes of returning to the White House
US Elections: Obama Snubs Clinton With Job for Former Staffer
Move seen as ruling out Hillary as running mate Former campaign manager was sacked over funding
Clinton and Obama 'laughing' After Secret Late-night Meeting
First direct encounter for months, with Clinton expected to formally endorse Obama at farewell rally
Whatever Happened to Sisterhood?
Nigel Willmott: In one of the most important feminist battles of all time, Hillary was abandoned by powerful women
A Milestone of Sorts As Clinton Cracks, But Doesn't Break, the Glass Ceiling
For many women, Clinton's farewell address in Washington DC was a moment in feminist history
Democrats in Rural Strongholds Refuse to Give Backing to Obama
The conservative Appalachian heartlands voted overwhelmingly for Hillary Clinton - and will switch to McCain in November
Clinton Shows Winning Way in Defeat
Hillary Clinton yesterday suspended her bid to become America's first woman president and vowed to help Barack Obama in his fight to win the White House for the Democratic party
Bill on the Rocks
Jonathan Freedland: Hillary's now a million miles from the cold figure she cut in the 1990s; it's her husband who's come out of this campaign badly
Why Can't Hillary Quit?
Hillary is famous for her super-controlled public persona but it's possible she showed a hidden side of herself in her graceless campaign exit strategy.
Senator Clinton Decides to Step Aside
Hillary Clinton bows out of the Democratic nomination process. What to expect in the coming weeks.
How Hillary Lost It
Richard Adams: She was the inevitable nominee. So where did it all go wrong for Hillary Clinton?
Hillary Clinton Set to End Presidential Campaign
Her exit arrived after signs of rising frustration from Democratic members of Congress
How Hillary Clinton Turned an Air of Certainty Into a Losing Run
Suzanne Goldenberg: Candidate out of step with voters was brought down by fibs, overspending, poor organization - and Bill
US Elections: Clinton's Victorious Defeat
Hillary Clinton's rally in New York was not an exercise in bowing out gracefully, or a political wake - it was a celebration
How Clinton Turned an Air of Certainty Into a Losing Run
Candidate out of step with voters was brought down by fibs, overspending, poor organization - and Bill
Campaign Aides Hint at Clinton's Concession
With the primary campaign finished, two of Clinton's aides told reporters that she was effectively ending her bid to be the United States' first female president
Clinton's White House Dream Draws to an End
Obama a handful of votes from victory as rival discusses options with aides and ponders vice-president role
How Clinton Turned an Air of Inevitability Into a Losing Run
Candidate out of step with voters was brought down by fibs, overspending, poor organization - and Bill
McCain's Attack Lines Against Obama Have Already Been Written By Clinton
The phony - if gripping - war is now all but over, while the decisive conflict is about to begin
Clinton Camp in Two Minds Over Exit Plan
Some campaigners urge Clinton to bow out gracefully but others keen she adopt wait and see approach
Hillary: My Part in Her Downfall
In his first interview, Mark Penn, Hillary Clinton's former chief strategist, talks to Oliver Burkeman about what went wrong
Footnote in History: Clinton Campaign Dies in Chilly Dakota
After 16 months of rallies and over $200m spent, former first lady addresses 200 people at Indian reservation
Don't Worry, You Can Work It Out, Clinton Adviser Tells Brown
Architect of Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign says PM can keep his premiership on track
The Race Runs Out of Road
Leader: Once the last votes are cast the real decisions for Hillary Clinton concern the manner of her departure
Another 'pastor Disaster' Upsets Obama Campaign
Preacher at Barack Obama's Chicago church mocks Hillary Clinton's tears at New Hampshire primary
Obama Campaign Tries to Quell New Pastor Controversy
Barack Obama's campaign today tried to contain a new "pastor disaster" set off by a video of a Catholic guest preacher at his Chicago church mocking Hillary Clinton's tears
Hillary and Madge, Leave the Whining to the Men
Barbara Ellen: Now that she looks sure to lose, Hillary is busy informing the world that misogyny dunnit
What Will It Take to Make Hillary Stop?
Tim Dowling: The calls for Clinton to quit grow louder every day, but she refuses to hear them. What can be done to get her out of the race?
Clinton Fights on With Kentucky Primary Win
Obama overwhelmingly defeated in Kentucky but edges closer to securing Democratic nomination
Hilary Clinton Can’t Compete With This
Hillary Clinton should be thrilled she does not want to enter politics in the South Pacific archipelago of Vanuatu. Lifting a beer glass falls a long way short of clubbing pigs to death.
Clinton Easily Wins West Virginia
Questions about Barack Obama's inability to win over white, working-class voters were raised again tonight when Hillary Clinton won a landslide victory in West Virginia, one of the last contests of a prolonged primary season
Clinton Looks Safe in West Virginia
Clinton campaigned doggedly yesterday, hoping to secure an anticipated landslide
Clinton Clings to Presidential Hopes in West Virginia
Clinton leads Obama by 30 points in polls, but the contest is highly unlikely to reshape the Democratic race
Clinton Eyes Landslide Primary Win As Obama Plans for November
Obama now just 159 delegates short of the 2,025 needed to secure the Democratic nomination
Slowly But Surely, the Secretive Superdelegates Opt for Obama
While Hillary Clinton fights on, the tide appears to be inexorably turning in favor of the front runner
After Hillary, Voting With Conscience and Pride
Americans must find the courage to vote against the two-party plutocracy.
REQUIEM FOR HILLARY: Quest for the White House is Over
It was pandering that derailed the Clinton express (gas tax holiday) and it is the pandering of John McCain (immigration, torture, tax cuts, etc.) that will decide the race in November. Mark it, post and save: Obama will be the next president of the United States. A JAZZMAN CHRONICLE by Jack Random.
It is Time to Unite Around Obama, Party Elder Tells Clinton As She Vows to Fight on
George McGovern calls on Hillary Clinton to quit the Democratic race after her disappointing performance
McGovern Reversal Threatens Wave of Clinton Defections
Clinton insists she intends to fight on, in spite of the arithmetic being against her and severe funding problems
Clinton Gives Her Campaign $6.4m
Hillary Clinton's struggle to keep her campaign alive is being made tougher by a drying up of donors
Clinton Hopes Fade As Obama Wins North Carolina Landslide
Hillary Clinton faces increasing pressure to drop out of race as tight Indiana win seen as insufficient to challenge Obama
Clinton Fights to the End for Her Place in the Democratic Party
Hillary Clinton's supporters in Indiana say she has "testicular fortitude". She certainly needed it on the night that threatened to end her race for the White House
Clinton on the Edge As She Fails to Pull Off Double Win
Hillary Clinton's hopes of winning race for Democratic nomination dwindling after failing to close gap on Barack Obama
Victory Gives Clinton Fresh Momentum
Democrat candidate claims 'tide is turning' in her favor following win in Pennsylvania primary
Hillary Has Cynically Turned to the One Argument She Has Left: Race
Gary Younge: She failed to convince the electorate of her own viability. Now her team claims that voters won't back a black candidate
Clinton Victory Boosts Campaign War Chest By £1.25m
Hillary Clinton's defiance in staying in the Democratic race after beating Barack Obama in the Pennsylvania primary paid dividends with a $2.5m (£1.25m) cash injection to her campaign
Victory Gives Clinton Fresh Momentum
Democrat candidate claims 'tide is turning' in her favor following win in Pennsylvania primary
Obama's General Election Chances Questioned
Barack Obama faced questions about his ability to deliver a Democratic victory in November today after his failure to knock out Hillary Clinton in Tuesday's Pennsylvania primary
Close to Home and Up for Grabs: Indiana a Tiebreaker
Obama's campaign strategists identify the state as the place to stop Hillary Clinton
How Hillary Can Knock-Out Obama
There really is a magic option for Hillary Clinton to use to beat Obama.
Clinton Vows to Keep Up the Fight
Everyone at the victory party knew Hillary Clinton was tough. It's one of the things they liked best about her
A US President for Nuclear War?
Hillary Clinton’s personal desire and political choice to portray herself as a potentially strong president is her greatest disadvantage.
Hillary Clinton Wins Pennsylvania Primary
With 9% of the precincts reporting, Hillary Clinton was winning 54%, to Barack Obama's 46%
Exit Polls Suggest Clinton Win
The Democratic presidential contest is set to run for at least several more weeks after exit polls suggested Hillary Clinton would beat Barack Obama in the Pennsylvania primary
'Obliteration' Threat to Iran in Case of Nuclear Attack
Hillary Clinton makes her most bellicose comments since the start of the presidential race
Clinton Suffers Early Setbacks in Pennsylvania Primary
Hillary Clinton suffered an early setback in the Pennsylvania primary today when exit polls showed her negative tactics played badly with a majority of voter
Clinton Makes Threat Against Iran As Voters Go to Polls
Hillary Clinton, in her most bellicose comments since the presidential race began, today threatened to obliterate Iran if it launched a nuclear strike against Israel
Clinton Warned: Win Decisively or It's Over
Barack Obama concedes he will not win today's Democratic primary in Pennsylvania
New Finance Reports Show Clinton Campaign Lacking Funds
Hillary Clinton's campaign began the month of April virtually broke, owing more money than it had in the bank, it emerged yesterday
War of Words Rages Between Obama and Clinton
Obama accuses Clinton of 'slash and burn' campaign as Democratic infighting hits new high
Obama Spends Big to Force Clinton Out of Race
Democratic front runner to splash out $2m on advertising in run-up to Tuesday's crucial Pennsylvania primary
Just Another Day at The Office for Smalltown America
Obama's remarks about small towns could give Clinton an advantage in Scranton, Pennsylvania, setting of the US version of The Office
Clinton Forces Obama on Defensive Over Beliefs
Hillary Clinton fans controversies over Barack Obama's pastor and links to former radical at Philadelphia debate
Clinton Plays Elitist Card Against Obama
Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama was again forced to defend himself against charges he is an "elitist" as his opponents sought to keep attention on the issue
Clinton Courts Working Classes With Protectionist Stance
Democratic presidential hopeful accuses China of 'unfair' trading as she seeks to consolidate her low-income support base
Obama Angers Midwest Voters With Guns and Religion Remark
Comments seized on by Hillary Clinton, who hopes to turn voters against what she classes as Obama's revealed 'elitism'
Showdown: the State That May Seal Hillary's Fate
As the Democratic race draws on and turns uglier, the Republicans' chances of retaining the presidency grow stronger
Showdown: the State That May Seal Hillary's Fate
As the Democratic race draws on and turns uglier, the Republicans' chances of retaining the presidency grow stronger
Rethink for Clinton After Top Strategist Resigns
Failed tactics and conflict of interest force Penn out, leaving new team to emphasize Hillary's softer side
Campaign to Highlight Clinton's Humanity After Penn's Departure
Hillary Clinton's faltering campaign will undergo a "mini-makeover" following the departure of its main strategist, Mark Penn
Clinton's Chief Strategist Resigns in Free Trade Row
Mark Penn stands down over meetings with Colombian government officials to help promote free trade agreement which Clinton opposes
Clinton Strategy Chief Resigns in Free Trade Row
Mark Penn criticized for meeting Colombian government to promote a trade agreement that Clinton opposes
American Politicians Winning Hearts and Minds while Losing Souls
The issues of faith and morality have been put on the back burner as America approaches the end of the primary races. As in dozens of races before the economy, healthcare and education have pushed to the top of the issues and has been the subject of every major candidate’s rhetoric.
Clinton Reveals Turning Point in Race for White House
Hillary Clinton revealed the turning point which helped resurrect her run for the White House - an incident in a New Hampshire diner when she almost broke into tears
Embroidered Memories
Mark Lawson: Hillary Clinton has admitted she 'misspoke' on Bosnia, but in doing so she uttered rare truth
'Like Rocky Balboa, I Never Give Up' Unlike Rocky, Hillary Punches Below the Belt
Hillary attempts recovery from recent episode of embroidering the truth amidst loyal supporters in Pennsylvania
Clinton Says She Will Fight to the Finish
Growing calls to wrap up contest by late June but Barack camp retreats from demands
Clinton Rejects Calls to Quit
Senior Democrats worry that continued battle with Obama could wreck dreams of White House
Me Misspeak? Now You Mention It ...
Victoria Coren: It was hard not to enjoy Hillary Clinton's 'misspeaking' last week
Democrats Urged to Bring Forward Decision on Candidate
Chairman of Democratic National Committee urges party to choose between Clinton and Obama by July 1
Dean Urges Superdelegates to Choose Between Clinton and Obama By July 1
The chairman of the Democratic National Committee today tried to impose a deadline on the divisive nomination contest, urging the party's superdelegates to make their choice between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama by July 1
Clinton's Still in It to Win It
Hillary Clinton insists she has no intention of quitting the Democratic race in spite of Barack Obama's commanding lead
A Question of Character: Hillary's Fatal Flaw
Hillary Clinton's plea of inexplicable memory lapse regarding her arrival under sniper fire at a Bosnia airport rings hollow and false. Her explanation that she speaks a million words a week so naturally some of them will stray from the truth is oddly reminiscent of James Frey’s "A Million Little Pieces." A JAZZMAN CHRONICLE by Jack Random.
Embroidered Memories
Mark Lawson: Hillary Clinton has admitted she 'misspoke' on Bosnia, but in doing so she uttered rare truth
Clinton's Still in It to Win It
Hillary Clinton insists she has no intention of quitting the Democratic race in spite of Barack Obama's commanding lead
Hillary's Just the Latest Politician to Embellish Her Own History
Julian Glover: The moral of the story is don't lie. But most of the time, politicians probably get away with it
Why Did She Do It?
I am sure, by now, most of you have heard or seen the news about Hillary Clinton’s ‘Rambo moment’ that went horribly wrong. During a campaign speech last week, Clinton virtually bragged about her courage under fire in Bosnia.
Clinton Admits to Error Over Sniper Fire Claim During Bosnia Visit
Faced with video footage showing routine landing at Bosnia airport, candidate backs down
Clinton Forced to Admit She Exaggerated Tale of Bosnian Sniper Fire
Hillary Clinton has been forced to admit she exaggerated claims of coming under sniper fire during a visit to Bosnia in the 1990s after video footage showed the then first lady walking calmly from her plane
Clinton Stokes Up Obama Pastor Row
Hillary Clinton claims she would have left any church where such intemperate remarks had been made
Shock Jocks Urge Republicans to Vote for Clinton
Right-wing radio hosts help Hillary to fight on as part of a strategy to keep the Democrats divided
Get Ready for the Elton and Hillary Show
Hillary Clinton's campaign office announce Elton John is to do a fund raising concert for her
Elton John Makes a Play for Hillary
Hillary Clinton's campaign team announced today that the veteran British singer is to do a fund raising concert for her, billing it as 'Elton and Hillary: One Night Only'.
The 'first Black President' Has Proved He Was No Such Thing With His Treatment of the Likely Second
Alexander Chancellor: The Clintons want to persuade voters that Obama is trading on his blackness. In fact, he has been doing no such thing
THE COMMANDER THRESHOLD: Hillary's Bait & Switch
With the economy sinking like a torpedoed cruise liner, we leave NAFTA and Free Trade behind because Hillary Clinton has decided it is time to discuss thresholds for Commander-in-Chief. Not so fast! A JAZZMAN CHRONICLE by Jack Random.
The Most Powerful People in American Politics
Their email accounts are full and their phones are ringing off the hook. They are the super delegates - the 795 Democratic bigwigs who will now decide whether Obama or Clinton will become their party's candidate for president
Hillary and Obama: Where Are The Issues?
This article discusses the ongoing primary fight between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.
Clinton makes a Thundering Comeback
Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton landed a surprising knockout in the primary in Ohio, Texas, and Rhode Island, ending Senator Barack Obama's winning streak of 11 straight nominating contest wins
This is About Power, Not Shared Sexual Characteristics
Libby Brooks: Polemics about female ambition and sisterly duty provoked by the Clinton candidacy show feminism is evolving
Is Hillary Clinton Trying to Steal the Democratic Nomination?
Last summer, before the primaries had even begun, Hillary Clinton called her candidacy for the democratic nomination "inevitable."
Hollywood Star Jack Nicholson Backs Clinton
Hillary Clinton's campaign has received support from Hollywood titan Jack Nicholson. Nicholson has endorsed a video compilation of some of his famous film roles in support of Hillary Clinton.
'As Ohio Goes, So Goes the Nation'
Hillary Clinton expresses confidence as she looks ahead to the next round of Democratic primary contests
Democratic Race Set to Get Dirtier
Hillary Clinton's and Barack Obama's campaign teams are hinting darkly about descending into even more negative tactics as the race progresses
Divided Democrats Face Long, Dirty Campaign
Party fears boost for Republicans as animosity between Clinton and Obama grows
A Family Celebration, But No Bill
Former president keeps low profile as Hillary finds her voice in Ohio
There's Only One Winner From This Democratic Battle - the Republicans
Jonathan Freedland: Clinton and Obama face months of bitter rancor and division
'This Nation is Coming Back and So is This Campaign'
Suzanne Goldenberg witnesses as a triumphant Hillary Clinton promises to fight to the end
Clinton Manages Campaign Comeback
Hillary Clinton wrote a new chapter in an Ohio ballroom tonight, claiming a victory in the name of all of those who have ever tasted defeat
Clinton Wins in Ohio and Texas
Hillary Clinton bounced back today to win three states to bring to an end Barack Obama's long string of victories
Clinton Wins in Ohio and Rhode Island
Hillary Clinton bounced back today to win Ohio and Rhode Island to bring to an end Barack Obama's long string of victories
Clinton Projected to Win Ohio
Hillary Clinton ended Barack Obama's long winning streak by taking the Ohio primary last night
On the Eve of Super Tuesday
Democratic candidates Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama campaigned fiercely on Monday, preparing themselves for the upcoming primary election in Texas and Ohio.
Exit Polls Show Clinton Maintains Grip on Key Groups
Hillary Clinton held on to her share of the vote in key demographics that provided the bedrock for the early successes of her campaign
Clinton and Obama Fiercely Battle for Ohio
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama were locked in a tight contest for the Ohio mega-state that could dictate whether she presses ahead with her bid for the White House
Clinton Surges Back Into Race After Doubling Campaign Funds
Hillary Clinton has bounded back into the Democratic race, announcing a surge in funding
Clinton Raises $35m in February
Hillary Clinton rebounded today to announce she had raised $35 million (pounds 17.25 million) in February to pile into the two make-or-break contests in Texas and Ohio on Tuesday
Clash of the Titans: Obama and Clinton Engage in Heated Debate
This time the battlefield was a telecast debate, their final onscreen encounter before next week’s primaries in Ohio and Texas.
Rust Belt Gives Clinton Last Chance to Restore Gloss to Fading Campaign
In Ohio's former industrial heart, voters may be about to deliver a knockout punch
Clinton Lays Into Obama During Tv Debate
Hillary Clinton's attacks on Barack Obama seemed more flailing than focused
Clinton Hammers Obama in Debate
Hillary Clinton's attacks on Barack Obama seemed more flailing than focused
Clinton, Obama Exchange Offensives
Clinton, is lagging behind Obama in the delegates she has won to the national convention to select the Democratic presidential nominee for the November election.
Clinton Goes for Broke As Obama Rises in Polls
Obama takes significant lead, winning over former Clinton supporters, opinion polls show
Obama Support Grows Amid Clinton Offensive
Barack Obama has extended his electoral grip among groups of voters until recently seen as core supporters of Hillary Clinton
Texas Primary May Decide Democratic Party Nominee
The presidential primary March 4th in Texas may decide which Democrat faces the likely Republican Party nominee, Senator John McCain of Arizona. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, the final two Democrats left, face off in a tough, high-profile showdown in the Lone Star State.
Cleveland Debate is Last Roll of the Dice for Clinton Campaign
Face-off with Barack Obama is final chance for ailing Hillary to impress Texas and Ohio voters before they go to polls on March 4
Clinton Shifts Tactics to Revive Campaign
Clinton switches to aggressive strategy amidst flagging morale and denounces Obama's mail shots as 'shameful'
Clinton Losing Super-delegate Support
Hillary Clinton is starting to lose her overwhelming lead with super-delegates, the Democratic party officials whose votes she is counting on
Three Ways To Steal The Democratic Party Nomination
Article on the 2008 Democratic Primary election between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.
Clinton Campaign Might Not Work for Chelsea's Paymasters
It was a bit awkward this week when Hillary Clinton chose to lay into hedge funds, asking if they do any real 'work' - her daughter works for one
Bill Clinton: Texas is Do or Die for Hillary
Bill Clinton says this Texas election is do die situation for Hillary. Now the biggest question is what will happen if Obama wins?
Obama Campaign Urges Clinton to Concede
Barack Obama's campaign today urged Hillary Clinton to bow to the inevitable and accept defeat
Out of the Way, Mrs. Clinton
With a convincing victory in Wisconsin, Obama continues to close in on history. The time is now. Voices of change, this election belongs to YOU.
Clinton Accuses Obama of Plagiarising Speech
Hillary Clinton accuses Obama of plagiarism and copying her economic plan on eve of Wisconsin primary
Clinton Accuses Obama of Plagiarism Before Wisconsin Contest
Hillary Clinton's campaign accused Barack Obama's of plagiarizing lines in his speech and copying her economic plan
Clinton Gives Excuses to Explain Failures
Hillary Clinton running out on the votes, but she has ready stock of excuses to explain everything.
Gore Emerges As Power Broker While Clinton Hopes for a Lifeline
Democrat leaders search for a mediator as race for party nomination threatens to drag on until August convention
Super-delegate Withdraws Support for Clinton to Back Obama
The move from Georgia congressman John Lewis, one of Clinton's most prominent African-American supporters, could encourage other black leaders and Democratic super-delegates to switch sides
Casting My Vote (or How I learned to stop worrying and love the Clintons)
Former first lady best equipped to wear the nation's pants
Obama Appears Inevitable While Clinton Only has Hope
Article on the 2008 Presidential Democratic Primary election.
Obama Hope Beating Clinton Help
If you stop being mesmerized by the Obama-Clinton race, you can see reality.
Clinton Banks on Texas As Defection Adds to Woes
Husband's former aide backs Obama, a day after defeats in Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC
Clinton Struggles to Convince Party She's Still in It
Hillary Clinton's campaign today struggled to convince Democrats she can deliver the strong wins she needs in the power house states of Texas and Ohio to remain a viable candidate
Nomination Slipping Away From Clinton As Her Base Turns to Obama
The surest sign yet that Barack Obama is the Democratic front runner is seeing white women and the working class walk away from Hillary Clinton
Clinton Team Braced for Obama to Take the Lead
Hillary Clinton's campaign team is bracing for Barack Obama to take the lead later this month for the first time in the battle for the all-important delegates who will decide the Democratic nomination
Obama: Hillary is too Strongly Associated with the Past
Democrat Barack Obama criticized Hillary Clinton for being too closely linked to the past.
Change is Becoming Reality
Barack Obama is on a hot streak. After winning the primaries in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. tonight, Obama has won a total of 21 contests to Hillary Clinton's 10.
Clinton Heads for Texas to Shore Up Latino Vote Amid Signs of Dip in Support
Hillary Clinton today launched an intensive effort to shore up her support among Latino voters in Texas, which could emerge as the last stand in an increasingly troubled campaign
Clinton Heads for Texas to Shore Up Crucial Latino Vote Amid Signs of Dip in Support
Clinton must win 'the big prizes' of Texas and Ohio to remain in race for White House
Obama Triumphs in Virginia
Hillary Clinton tonight suffered a devastating defeat in the Virginia primary, one of three contests in and around Washington DC where she had hoped to remain competitive with Barack Obama
Will Hillary Beat Obama By a Finger?
Jonathan Freedland: The finger point has become a key part of the body language of the 2008 campaign, and its uses are revealing
Hug Keeps Dream Ticket Hopes Alive
It was the hug between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama that started the talking. For many Democratic activists it was like a dream come true: Obama and Clinton - or Clinton and Obama, depending on one's loyalties - the two most exciting candidates in years running together for the White House
Clinton Team Braced for Obama to Take the Lead
Hillary Clinton's campaign team is bracing for Barack Obama to take the lead later this month for the first time in the battle for the all-important delegates who will decide the Democratic nomination
Clinton Team Prepares to Counter Obama Lead
Hillary Clinton's campaign team is bracing for Barack Obama to take the lead later this month for the first time in the battle for the all-important delegates who will decide the Democratic nomination
Obama Surges Ahead, Clinton Cries
After the tears, just before Super Tuesday, Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton has reason to smile. Some significant victories in important states helped her close in on her closest rival Barack Obama. Meanwhile, John McCain emerged with a lead relegating both, Mitt Romney and Mike Huckabee, to the sidelines.
Super Tuesday Results
After super Tuesday result, Hillary Clinton has reason to smile. John McCain emerged with a lead relegating both, Mitt Romney and Mike Huckabee. Obama too managed to keep up the pace of his past performances.
No Rest for Democratic Contenders in Search for Elusive Knockout Blow
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama will have no time to pause after Super Tuesday before they head off into 72-hours of coast-to-coast contests
Clinton and Obama Face Fight to Finish
McCain and Clinton win big prizes Obama takes majority of states
Clinton Lent $5m to Campaign in January
Contest between Democratic rivals is tight but Obama has fund raising advantage
Democrats Hunt for Delegates Goes on
Hillary Clinton's capture of the biggest prize of the night - California - gives her an important boost against Barack Obama in the hunt for delegates
Clinton Victories Slow Obama
McCain and Clinton win big prizes Obama takes majority of states
Clinton Beams But Campaign Goes on
Hillary Clinton was graceful in the lack of outright victory as she addressed her supporters in New York
Democratic Tide May Have Turned
Hillary Clinton last night delivered a blow to the prestige of the Kennedy legacy with a victory in Massachusetts that halts Barack Obama's momentum and restores her chances of capturing the Democratic nomination in the weeks ahead
Clinton Wins New York
Exit poll projection gives Barack Obama early lead over Hillary Clinton
Clinton Goes on Attack As Obama Closes Gap
Hillary Clinton today tried to bring Barack Obama's aspirational candidacy back to earth, repeatedly accusing him of misleading voters in an attempt to halt his poll momentum ahead of the Super Tuesday contest
Clinton and Obama Make Rounds in Crucial Eastern States
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama spent the final, tension-filled hours before tomorrow's Super Tuesday contest squeezing out votes in the east coast battlefield states where polls place them almost neck and neck
Clinton and Obama Neck and Neck
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama spent the final, tension-filled hours before today's Super Tuesday primaries squeezing out votes in the east coast battlefield states where opinion polls place the contenders for the Democratic presidential nomination almost neck and neck
Hillary Losing Out
Hillary Clinton's popularity seems to be fast declining. With John Edwards out of the race, it was expected that it would be a fight to the finish of the democratic nomination between Clinton and Barack Obama.
Clinton Goes on Attack As Obama Closes Gap
Hillary Clinton today tried to bring Barack Obama's aspirational candidacy back to earth, repeatedly accusing him of misleading voters in an attempt to halt his poll momentum ahead of the Super Tuesday contest
Clinton Lead Dwindles Ahead of Super Tuesday
Democratic frontrunner attacks buoyant Obama· McCain confident of win in final hours before vote
Latest Poll Shows Obama Closing in on Clinton's Lead
Barack Obama is narrowing the poll gap between him and Hillary Clinton with only days left until Super Tuesday, when about half the country is eligible to vote
RESHUFFLING THE DECK: Clinton Versus Obama
After a Democratic presidential debate almost as uneventful as the last State of the Union Address of George W. Bush, the choices are stark. For those who rule out the Republican alternative, the choice comes down to race, gender or Iraq. A Jazzman Chronicle by Jack Random.
Obama Faces Uphill Battle Against Clinton's Harlem Base
The shortage of ready cash in Harlem, historic capital of black America, for a campaign dedicated to putting the first African American in the White House would be puzzling were it not for the odds in New York, Hillary Clinton's home state
The Race for Super Tuesday
Leader: The two leading contenders for the democratic nomination, Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, have just 10 days to convince 22 different states holding primaries and caucuses on Super Tuesday
Clinton Pushes Party to Recognise Florida Delegates
The Clinton camp today renewed efforts to force the Democratic party to recognize the outcome of the Florida primary and allow the state's 185 delegates to be counted in a tight race
California Dreaming: Clinton's Grip Shaken By Obama's Young Guns
A staple of American grassroots political campaigning, a phone bank involves like-minded individuals getting together to cold call registered voters in the hope of getting them to the polls and, perhaps, voting for their candidate
Clinton Presses Party to Accept Florida Result
The Clinton camp yesterday renewed efforts to force the Democratic party to recognize the outcome of the Florida primary and allow the state's 185 delegates to be counted in a tight race
Fight to Regain Momentum in Banned State
Hillary Clinton will attempt to regain much-needed campaign momentum tonight with a controversial stop in Florida, where polls suggest she will beat Barack Obama in today's primary
Down to a Delegate Count As Hillary's Gamble Fails
Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton yesterday steeled themselves for a long war for the Democratic party's presidential nomination after Obama's landslide victory in South Carolina left the contest with no clear frontrunner
The Race for Super Tuesday
Leader: The two leading contenders for the democratic nomination, Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, have just 10 days to convince 22 different states holding primaries and caucuses on Super Tuesday
Clintons Underestimated South Carolina's Significance
After a week of being pummeled by Bill and Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama won more than twice as many votes as his nearest rival entering the Super Tuesday contests on a far more equal footing than had been anticipated
Obama Overwhelms Clinton in South Carolina
Exit polls showed voters starkly divided by race, with Obama carried to victory by 81% of the African American vote
Clinton Denies Running a Scorched-earth Campaign
Democratic leaders and operatives openly warn that the bitter and racially tinged campaign for South Carolina could leave lasting divisions
Debate Vitriol Flows Into Second Day
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama extended the rancor of their debate performances for another day today, launching near-simultaneous attacks on each other's record and campaign style.
Focus Shifts From Hillary to Bill in South Carolina
It has come down to Obama versus Clinton in the key southern state of South Carolina - but the Clinton that Barack is up against is Bill, not Hillary.
Pitbull Bill - the 'other' Clinton Revelling in His Return to the Fray
The former president is at the heart of his wife's increasingly bitter battle for Democratic nomination
Clinton and Obama Exchange Insults As Democratic Campaign Debate Gets Personal
Televised duel is most vicious yet in contest· Obama takes risk of attacking rival's husband
Court Suit May Determine Nevada Outcome
A court suit initiated by Hillary Clinton's supporters may change the outcome of the Democratic presidential caucuses on January 19, 2008. Three leading Democratic candidates, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Barack Obama, and John Edwards are tied in a close battle before the caucuses to be held in Nevada.
Clinton and Obama Struggle for Support of Party Faithful
Battle for females, Latinos and African Americans· Clinton takes narrow lead after victory in Nevada
Clinton Set to Win Democratic Caucus
Hillary Clinton was today set to win the Democratic caucuses in Nevada, based on exit polling and the bulk of voting precincts reporting.
Clinton Back in Pole Position After Nevada Triumph
Hillary Clinton today reclaimed her position as front runner in the Democratic race for the White House, racking up a solid win over Barack Obama in the Nevada caucuses.
Maya Angelou's Poem in Praise of Hillary
Asked by The Observer for her thoughts, one of America's most admired writers urges people to elect a second President Clinton and 'help make this country wonderful'
Clinton and Obama Seek to Break Deadlock in Nevada
Unions, management style and emerging influence of Latino's under scrutiny in today's Democratic caucuses
Clinton Buoyed By Polls and Endorsement in Nevada
Las Vegas Review Journal shows Clinton on 41%, Obama on 32% and Edwards on 14%
Clinton, Obama promise to end debate
Democrats Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama have both promised to end the acrimonious debate regarding race. In a televised debate, both accepted the other's consistent record regarding civil rights.
Clinton Bouyed By Polls and Endorsement in Nevada
Las Vegas Review Journal shows Clinton on 41%, Obama on 32% and Edwards on 14%
Clinton Faces a Harsh Wintour
Hillary Clinton may have weathered gloomy media predictions, a frustratingly popular competitor for the Democratic nomination and, at times, marital humiliation, but now she has encountered her most fearsome adversary yet: the editor of Vogue
Intimidation Claims As Nevada Race Gets Bitter
War between Nevada's trade unions, bitterly divided in support for Clinton and Obama, intensifies amid charges of attempts to intimidate voters in Democratic caucus
Clinton's White House Hopes Unravel
Amid recrimination, squabbling, soul-searching and speculation about a shake-up of staff within her campaign team, Clinton is all but abandoning her original strategy
If You Had to Vote for One of Them ...
In all the excitement over Obama v Clinton, the race for the Republican presidential candidacy has been overlooked. So who are the main contenders? How right wing are they? And should liberals be afraid? Ed Pilkington considers the evidence
Democrats Call Truce at Debate
Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton blame their staffs for a series of jibes and accusations aimed at each other's camps
We Are Family, Says Clinton, As Race Issue is Put Aside
Democratic candidates put a halt to some of the bickering that has plagued the campaign over the past week at their final debate before the Nevada caucuses on Saturday, with both Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton blaming their staff for a series of jibes aimed at each other's camps
Hill's Angels - How Angry Women of New Hampshire Saved Clinton
Female voters enraged by coverage following Iowa rout · Loss of composure in diner helped trigger 'perfect storm'
Clinton and Obama Bury the Hatchet in Race Row
The Democratic front runners, Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, last night called a truce to the bitter row over race and the legacy of Martin Luther King that has dominated the campaign and the US airwaves for the past few days.
Leaders to Debate Face to Face As Race Row Grows
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama come face to face tonight for the first time since their two camps embarked on the dangerous strategy of trying to extract political gain from the race issue
Democrats Rush to Woo Latino Voters
Candidates target fastest growing group in the US· Obama and Clinton call a truce in race row
Candidates Prepare for Lengthy Fight
Super Tuesday may not be decisive for either party· Clinton seeks $10m more for post-February 5 drive
Clinton and Obama Prepare to Face Off Following Round of Attacks
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama come face to face tomorrow for the first time since their two camps embarked on the dangerous strategy of trying to extract political gain from the race issue
A Makeover For The Hillary Clinton Of "Yesterday"
Article on the recent headline in the Boston Herald newspaper about Hillary Clinton being "so yesterday".
AFTER NEW HAMPSHIRE: Image over Policy
The media buzz is all about how and why the polls got it wrong. The real story in Hillary Clinton's win is the shift to image over policy. Hillary is the first woman with a chance at the White House. Obama is the first African American. Edwards is the man left out. A Jazzman Chronicle by Jack Random.
Clinton Reveals Turning Point in Race for White House
Hillary Clinton revealed the turning point which helped resurrect her run for the White House - an incident in a New Hampshire diner when she almost broke into tears
Euphoria of Iowa Gives Way to Reality Check
Barack Obama claims he prefers the underdog tag, but in contrast with Hillary Clinton's cheerful round of early morning television interviews yesterday, the senator from Illinois appeared tired and despondent
The Woman Who Made Clinton Cry
The woman whose question produced the tearful moment from Hillary Clinton that helped her win the New Hampshire primary ended up voting for Barack Obama
How Hillary's Tears Shed Her Robotic Image
It was the iconic moment of the New Hampshire race: Hillary Clinton, the icy control queen of the Democratic party welling up with emotion - and it may have won her an improbable victory over Barack Obama.
Woman Who Brought Tear to Clinton's Eye Voted for Obama
Marianne Pernold Young said she was not persuaded that Clinton's display of emotion was entirely sincere
Clinton's Amazing Comeback Could Yet Crown Mccain
Jonathan Freedland: A dramatic 24 hours gives Hillary a great boost, but would she beat the Republicans' resurgent veteran?
Tears on Demand
Spurred on by Hillary Clinton’s surprise comeback in New Hampshire, an enterprising young woman in Washington DC has opened America’s first "Tears on Demand" salon.
How Hillary Clinton Came Back Stole New Hampshire
As Election Day approaches, one of the most publicized presidential races of the past several decades has captivated the minds of people around the world and set records for participation in the US democratic primary system. As the first woman to run as a mainstream candidate for president, New York Senator Hillary Clinton has quite a race in front of her by anyone's standards.
Exit Polls Show Women Delivered Clinton's Victory
Women came to Hillary Clinton's rescue in New Hampshire, turning out in record numbers to help her win a narrow victory over Barack Obama
How Hillary Pulled It Off
Women came to Hillary Clinton's rescue in New Hampshire, turning out in record numbers to help her win a narrow victory over Barack Obama
Clinton Fights on With Full Heart
Hillary Clinton showed her resilience and her heart last night, pulling out a victory in the New Hampshire primary after trailing Barack Obama by double digits in the polls, and steadying her campaign for the fight ahead.
Clinton Repays Faith of Her Foot Soldiers
Clinton comebacks in New Hampshire primaries are the stuff of political legend. But even Hillary Clinton's closest aides - and perhaps even the candidate herself - were stunned by the turnaround in her fortunes as the counting of votes got under way this time.
Clinton Takes Fight to Obama
Exit polls show tight race in New Hampshire· McCain heads for Republican win
Hillary Warns Obama Voters About Al-Qaida
Hillary Clinton has warned voters not to elect Barack Obama. The reason: Because the Al-Qaeda is watching the US elections.
Clinton Fights Back in New Hampshire
Clinton and Obama in predicted dead heat· Republican primary called for McCain
Clinton Moves to Plan B
Strategists may be sacked· Focus now on winning big states
Are Americans Uncomfortable With Intellect?
If the present trends continue, the big political story of the 2008 US Presidential elections will be the rise and fall of Hillary Clinton. Folks are voting in droves for Barrack Obama, not so much because they like him, as for the fact that they dislike Hillary Clinton.
Clinton Braces for Defeat and Vows to Keep Up Fight
Hillary Clinton insists she would not drop out of the race even if she loses New Hampshire and looks vulnerable in South Carolina
Obama in Overdrive As Clinton Falls Behind
Hillary Clinton yesterday braced herself for a second humiliating defeat in today's New Hampshire primary election, vowing to continue the fight for the Democratic nomination until the conclusive Super Tuesday contest a month from now.
Back on the Stump: Hillary Faces Fight to Stay in Presidential Race
Clinton takes to the loudhailer in a New Hampshire car park, emulating one of the most improbable role-models for any American politician - John Major
Clinton Promotes Her Actions Over Obama's Words
If Hillary Clinton defies the pundits by overcoming Barack Obama and then the Republicans to become the next president of the United States, historians will be able to specify the time and the place where she started to turn the tide.
Bill Clinton Boosts Wife's Bid
Bill Clinton threw himself into the task of spearheading his wife Hillary's presidential campaign recovery effort across New Hampshire today, praising her as a practical political problem-solver who can get things done and borrowing a phrase from Tony Blair to dub her as "the best change maker" in American politics.
Clinton Leads New Hampshire Poll
US presidential candidates head for New Hampshire, with Hillary Clinton, who suffered a surprise setback in Iowa, leading Barack Obama in a poll released today
Four Days for Clinton to Revive Presidential Bid After Iowa Catastrophe
Favorite's campaign derailed by young and middle-aged first-time voters
Hillary is the Candidate of Retribution, Not of Hope
Martin Kettle: Young voters want to end not only the Iraq war, but the US culture wars. They aim to move beyond Bush - and the Clintons
Clinton Unbowed Despite Iowa Setback
Hillary Clinton put on a brave face after her third-place finish in the Iowa Democratic caucuses last night, vowing she would "keep pushing hard" in her bid to be the party's presidential candidate
Clinton Ends Iowa Campaign With Display of Political Might
Hillary Clinton wheeled out her fabled political machine last night, hoping the display would help power her to a strong finish in the Iowa caucuses
Question Time
Hannah Pool: Jerry Springer on his new quest for truth - and why he'll be voting for Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton
Political baggage and the caution Ms Clinton acquired as first lady may hinder her bid for her own set of keys to the White House, writes Ed Pilkington.
Past Failures Are a Recipe for Success, Says Hillary's 'number One Supporter'
Failure is not usually an attribute used to sell American presidents, but that is how Bill Clinton is pitching his wife to Iowa's voters in the final days before the state caucuses
Republicans Facing First Poll in Disarray
The ranks of the Grand Old Party of Abe Lincoln are divided as it goes into the Iowa caucus battle on Tuesday, with no agreement on what it stands for and no obvious contender to take on Hillary Clinton or Barack Obama
Bill's Magic Touch Bolsters Hillary's White House Bid
The ex-President has seized the reins to get his wife's faltering bandwagon back on track for the Democratic nomination, reports Paul Harris
Hillary Clinton's Doublespeak Questioned by John Edwards
Rival John Edwards criticized Hillary Clinton flip-flopping on her illegal immigrants’ issue.
Blow for Clinton As Obama Takes Lead in Key State
Rival ahead for first time in New Hampshire · Campaign team planning to step up attacks on rival
Obama Versus Clinton Versus Plutocracy
Are the Democratic primaries just entertainment? Could be.
Hillary Clinton Shaky on Iraq
Hillary Clinton stands a chance to become the first lady President of the United States. If only she could make up her mind on Iraq.
Clinton Office Hostages Freed
An armed man who claims to have a bomb has released the two hostages he was holding in Hillary Clinton's New Hampshire campaign office, according to local media reports
Clinton Plays Indonesia Card Against Obama
The battle between the Democratic rivals Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama became increasingly personal yesterday when she rounded on him over the politically loaded issue of his time in Indonesia
Clinton Sparkles in Vegas Debate
Hillary Clinton regained her frontrunner status in the Democratic race during a two-hour debate in Las Vegas tonight marked by renewed personal squabbling.
Driving Ms Hillary: The Neocon Way
Another day, another Democratic debate. As Obama and Edwards sharpen their attack on Clinton's vote to classify the Iranian Revolutionary Guard a terrorist organization, the question arises: What drives Hillary Clinton? Is she a closet Neocon? A Jazzman Chronicle by Jack Random.
All Clinton Has to Do is Prove Her Femininity. And Her Hypermachismo
Gary Younge: The dilemma faced by the frontrunner is not unique to women: how to navigate prejudice to put the mainstream at ease
Is Hillary Clinton A Shoo-in for 2008?
There appears to be a sense of optimism among some Americans – and fatalism in others – that Hillary Clinton is destined to become the next President of the United States; no matter what.
Hillary Clinton Woos Man Who Nearly Ruined Her Husband
Campaign staff use Drudge Report against poll rivals · Internet journalist gentle with Democrat candidate
Net Neutrality is Back In Front
This article covers Hillary Rodham Clinton's proposed legislation to protect Internet Neutrality.
Elvis is Back for Hillary's Birthday Bash
Costello chosen to pump up election funding drive· Clinton seeks younger, hipper image remake
Clinton Edges to the Front in Crucial Primary Battleground
Opinion polls places Hillary Clinton ahead of rivals in winning the Democratic nomination for presidential election.
Why the Odds Still Favour Rudy Upsetting Hillary's Bandwagon
It's called the 'Big Mo' and every-one running for the White House wants it. It is that magical quality known as 'momentum', and one candidate has it in spades: Hillary Clinton.
Bill Clinton: Hillary Wants Me to Restore Image of Us
If Hillary Clinton wins the US presidency, Bill Clinton will be given the job of repairing America's damaged international reputation, the former president tells the Guardian in an interview today.
Clinton Camp Trumpets Fundraising Lead
Hillary Clinton solidified her status as the front runner for the Democratic nomination yesterday, surpassing all her rivals in fund raising to bring in $27m (£13m) for her campaign in the past three months.
Clinton's Rich Friends Queue to Give at Biggest Show in Town
Billions of dollars pledged for worthy causes at ex-president's glitzy event.
Clinton Unveils $110bn Universal Health Plan
· Campaign speech paves way to insure 47m people· Candidate haunted by failure of 1993 reform
Gingrich Plots Revenge on Clintons
Firebrand Republican threatens last-minute White House run to end primary 'chaos' - and stop Hillary.
Bill Clinton Joins Hillary Campaign
Slick Willie is back. Former president Bill Clinton, forced into the political shadows by his wife Hillary's presidential campaign, is being let off the leash this week.
Clinton Proves Favourite Across the Atlantic
Europeans overwhelmingly support Hillary Clinton in her bid to become the next US president, according to a poll published today.
Hillary Tops Previous Flip Flops – Earmarks or Ear Candy
With 43 Presidents weighed in and counted Americans can pretty much tell a politician from a statesman. Certain ear markings always accompany a statesman while political rhetoric and ear candy always seem to accompany the lesser aspirants to power. What are these signs and clues?
Democrats Hurt By War of Slurs
Infighting hits Clinton and Obama's poll ratings and clears the way for second-tier challengers.
You and I and Hillary
Clinton's online ad offers a fascinating insight into the tactics and tensions within her campaign. By Mark Lawson
Clinton Embraces Family Values in Sopranos Spoof
Hillary Clinton's campaign releases a joke video clip featuring the senator and her ex-president husband in a send-up of the popular mob series, The Sopranos.
Hillary Clinton: Homage to the Sopranos - With Carrot
The light-hearted video and song were supposed to prove the ultra-serious Democrat presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton had a sense of humor. But the campaign's accompanying spoof tribute to the Sopranos TV series appears to more strongly liken the former first lady to a mafia boss.
Anti-Hillary Dirty Tricks War Hots Up
Republicans use the internet, books and a film to try to derail Clinton's White House campaign.
Bill Backs Hillary With Youtube Tribute
Hillary Clinton has deployed her prime asset in the race for the White House, enlisting Bill Clinton for a video testimonial to her leadership.
Hillary Clinton
Political baggage and the caution Ms Clinton acquired as first lady may hinder her bid for her own set of keys to the White House, writes Ed Pilkington.
Clinton Leads - and Only 544 Days to Go
Senator popular among students, but start of race is still a long way off.
Hillary Clinton Shines in Democratic Candidates' Debate
Hillary Clinton emerged as the clear winner from the first debate between the Democratic candidates in the 2008 presidential race - ahead of her main rival Barack Obama - according to those present in the audience.
US Presidential Debates Go Online
Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and other 2008 Democratic presidential contenders will line up in South Carolina tonight for the first of a series of traditional debates.
Clinton Old Guard Lines Up With Main Rival Obama
Boost to challenger on eve of crucial policy speech - Files show senator raising more cash than Hillary
Failure for These Women Could Haunt a Generation of Female Politicians
Clinton and Royal have boldly put their sex at the heart of their campaigns. In the face of entrenched sexism, the risks are high. By Madeleine Bunting
Clinton Breaks Fundraising Record in Bid for White House
Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign team announced yesterday she had raised a record $26m (£13m) in the first three months of this year.
Hillary Clinton Leads the Race to Raise Funds
In what is shaping up to be the costliest US presidential election in history, Hillary Clinton raised $6m (£3m) over the last week, including $2.6m at one event.
Clinton's Offkey Stars and Stripes Proves File-sharers' Hit
A fuzzy video of Hillary Clinton's off-key rendition of the Star Spangled Banner garners 1.1 million online viewers in a month.
Gingrich Admits Having Affair at Time of Clinton Scandal
Newt Gingrich, the darling of the conservative right and architect of the Republicans' 1990s "contract with America", confirmed that an extra-marital affair was ongoing at the time he forced the impeachment of President Bill Clinton over the Monica Lewinsky affair.
Clinton Eyes New Target With 'women for Hillary' Campaign
Female leaders lined up to counter Obama threat - Up to 60% of voters in primaries will be women
Clinton Forgets to Declare $5m Family Charity
Hillary Clinton suffered an embarrassment in her campaign for the Democratic nomination yesterday after it was reported that she did not fully disclose her finances in her annual Senate ethics report.
Why Yates of the Yard Will Have to Put Up or Shut Up
The honours inquiry has grown into something far more like Starr's prurient investigation of Clinton than Watergate. By Martin Kettle
Hillary Begins Battle in Sceptical Iowa
Voters want clear position on Iraq war and see it as a key election issue.
Hillary and the Democrats Choose Web As the New Deal
Party hopefuls signal their White House intentions with videos on internet.
Clinton Out in Front With 24-point Lead on Rival
A poll published yesterday established Hillary Clinton as the front-runner for the Democratic presidential nomination, 25 hours after she declared her intention to seek to become the first woman to take the office.
I'm in - and in to Win, Says Hillary
The former first lady has officially joined the fight for the White House. But what are her chances in this crowded race? Paul Harris in New York reports.
Blow to Clinton Campaign As Effort to Win Over Iraq Critics Falls Short
Fight for Democratic party presidential ticket hots up - Failure to denounce war could cost her party vote
Hillary Clinton Opposes Iraq Troops 'surge'
Likely Democratic presidential hopeful calls for more resources to be devoted to Afghanistan.
Hillary Clinton Takes First Steps Towards White House Run
Hillary Clinton has taken her first tentative steps towards making public her intention to stand in the 2008 presidential election, beginning a round of conversations with leading Democrats in New York state to tell them of her plans and to encourage them to support her bid for the party's presidential nomination.
US Elections: Hillary Clinton Looks Beyond the Senate
With a win in New York certain, former first lady has rivals asking 'Can she be stopped in 2008?'
Clinton Rival Drops Out of 2008 Race
Hillary Clinton's closest potential rival for the Democratic nomination in 2008 dropped out of the presidential race yesterday, saying he wanted to have "a real life" with his family.
Hillary's Star is Finally Rising, Says Time Poll
Hillary Clinton is finally gaining a toehold with American voters, according to a new poll that puts her almost at level pegging for the presidency with the current Republican favourite, John McCain.
Clinton's White House Hopes Hit By Poll
Almost half of Americans could never bring themselves to vote for Hillary Clinton in a presidential election, according to an opinion poll published yesterday which shows how much of a struggle the former first lady faces.
Clinton Turns on Charm to Woo the Right
· Ex-first lady praises Bush's 'charm and charisma' · Murdoch shows support as campaign kicks off
Off and Running - the Presidential Hopefuls
The world may have changed dramatically but Clinton v Rice remains the dream ticket for Washington's political classes.
Clinton War Chest Adds Weight to Rumours of 2008 White House Bid
· Fundraising by New York senator outstrips rivals · Kerry and Gore seen as alternative candidates
Rove Obsessed By Me, Says Clinton
Senator Hillary Clinton yesterday accused President Bush's chief political adviser, Karl Rove, of "obsessing" about her after the publication of a book quoting him as saying she would win the Democratic nomination but was too "brittle" to win the presidency in 2008.
Hillary Raises Millions for 'doomed' Tilt at Presidency
In American politics, where money can mean the difference between winning and losing, Hillary Clinton is in a fundraising class of her own. The former First Lady, current New York senator and 2008 presidential hopeful has amassed a huge war chest for a tilt at the White House.
Screen Test for America's First Woman President
· Republicans say TV drama is ad for Hillary Clinton · US faces possibility of all-female election
DA Out to Snatch Hillary Clinton's Senate Seat
Less than 24 hours after Jeanine Pirro announced she would be challenging Hillary Clinton for the latter's Senate seat in New York, she is already proving a tough match for the former first lady.
Sex and Funds Trial Damages Hillary Hopes
The scandal of an ex-aide charged with lying about Hollywood cash has set back the senator's White House ambitions.
Republicans Start Campaign to Keep Hillary Out of the White House
She has not even declared her intention of running for president, but the long shadow of Hillary Rodham Clinton over American politics has already prompted Republicans to train their sights on the former first lady.
New Moderate Hillary is in for the Long Run
Paul Harris in New York reports on the transformation of Senator Clinton, as she tries to appeal to the lost Democrat middle ground in her quest for the White House.
Democrats Can't Win Until Their Politics Are Born Again
Soul-searching on the left ... and a softening of the right? Question: which leading Democratic senator was the big loser in Tuesday's American election? Answer: Hillary Rodham Clinton.
Impeachment by numbers
As with Clinton, attempts to oust Blair could leave the leader stronger. Although readers are generally correct when they spot errors in the press, there's one topic in American politics which brings a torrent of false corrections.
U-turn By Kerry Puts Hillary on Platform
Democratic candidate bows to pressure over party convention. Presidential candidate John Kerry has bowed to pressure from Hillary Clinton's supporters and invited her to address the Democratic party convention in Boston at the end of the month, it was reported yesterday.
Poles Apart
Matthew Wells joins anti-war protesters outside Hillary Clinton's office and finds US opinion on Iraq increasingly polarised.
Christ's Novel Return is a Us Bestseller
An evangelical novel about the return of Jesus Christ based on an apocalyptic reading of the biblical book of Revelation is to hit the bookstores and bestseller lists in the US today. Bookshops have ordered more than 2m copies of Glorious Appearing - more than Hillary Rodham Clinton's...
Chirac's Wife Gives Hint of Political Aspirations
While declining to comment on whether she will "do a Hillary Clinton" and run for the Senate this year, Bernadette Chirac, wife of the more famous Jacques, yesterday portrayed herself as an unusually emancipated French first lady. "Unlike my husband, I like to go out a lot at night... Of...
Hillary Clinton Could Still Run for President
Despite denials, Mrs Clinton could still run for president. In an episode of The Sopranos, Carmela Soprano and two friends are lamenting their men's unfaithful ways over lunch when the conversation leads to Hillary Clinton.
The Observer Profile: Maria Shriver
One of the recurring themes of recent American politics is that the voters have fallen into the habit of electing the wrong spouse. It started when the ineffectual George Bush Snr took his place in the Oval Office and his smarter, more decisive (though some say, nastier) wife, Barbara, became America's First Lady, and continued into the Clinton era.
New World Potion That Was Poison to Dr Sam
Clinton adviser Joseph Stiglitz tracks the genesis of anti-Americanism in our second extract from his new book.
Oprah's novel choice outshines Hillary
With the release of her book, Living History, Hillary Clinton may have mastered the art of turning the personal confessional into profitable commerce. But when it comes to book sales she is still no match for Oprah Winfrey.
Hundreds queue for Clinton book
Eric Hammond, 75, a retired builder from Upminster, was the first in the five-hour queue for Hillary Rodham Clinton's autograph yesterday afternoon.
Once More From the Heart
Hillary Rodham was building a reputation as a Washington lawyer, independent, feminist, when she took a risk and followed Bill Clinton to Arkansas. It wasn't what she planned, nor was plenty of what followed. Now Suzie MacKenzie finds her raring to fight the Bush agenda and unafraid of the flak. Is she ready for a second big leap?
Out of His Shadow
Hillary Clinton as the first US woman president would be a breakthrough - if her idealism gets there too. Hillary Rodham Clinton must have known that the attention given to her new book would centre not on her own development as a politician but on her relationship with her husband.
Mayor Bloomberg thought the truth would be just the ticket... it wasn't
In a week when they lost domestic diva Martha Stewart to the Feds, the editor of the New York Times, Howell Raines, to a scandal and Senator Hillary Clinton to the talk-show circuit, New Yorkers are no strangers to distinguishing between perception and reality.
So Was Hillary Clinton Telling the Truth?
The former First Lady has given her version of the Lewinsky affair. But her enemies are trying to dent her growing reputation.
Coming Soon on Tv: Hillary, Her True Story (starring Sharon Stone?)
You've read the book. You've voted for the candidate. Now see the film. Hillary Clinton, senator, author and former first lady, is about to be the subject of a made-for-television movie. The Arts and Entertainment cable channel is developing a film on the New York senator which it hopes...
Payback Time for Hillary: an $8m Tale of Infidelity
Memoir reveals tears and tantrums as president admitted Monica affair. Hillary Clinton has revealed for the first time the tirades, tears and tantrums after her husband, former president Bill Clinton, finally admitted to her his affair with Monica Lewinsky.
Book sellers gamble $8m on Hillary
Having paid a seven-figure advance for Hillary Rodham Clinton's memoirs, the former first lady's publishers are gambling on seven-figure sales when the long-awaited book hits the stands in early June.
The queen of flirts
Sally Greene prides herself on the fact that she can get anyone to do anything. She is the woman who tempted Kevin Spacey to take over as creative director of the Old Vic, the third theatre she has owned. She tempted Elton John to be its chair, tempted Peter Mandelson on to its board. At the moment, she may well be tempting Hillary Clinton to something or other, but she won't say.
German chancellor's wife dives into campaign
Not since Hillary Rodham Clinton raced to the White House alongside Bill in 1993 has the partner of a candidate for top office looked set to play such an active role as Doris Schröder-Kopf.
Spicing up France's presidential race
Electorate amazed as wives join in Hillary-style campaign. Some say it is because the candidates are uninspiring and their programmes indistinguishable.
Bill and Hillary
Bill and Hillary are out driving in the country near Hillary`s...


