Political Transition: Bush to Obama
Tax credits, Medicare fix in Senate jobs bill
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Highway funding and tax breaks for hiring workers figure prominently in a jobs-creation bill that Democrats and Republicans in the U.S. Senate hope will attract rare joint support in an election year, lawmakers said on Tuesday. Full Article
Jobs package may cost about $80 billion
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A possible jobs-creation package being crafted by Democratic and Republican leaders in the Senate may end up costing about $80 billion, a key Republican said on Tuesday. Full Article
At Issue
Ethical investing
If plans to invest in clean energy set a trend, ethical sectors may reward. Full Article
Can Obama avert an Arab-Israeli disaster?
Barack Obama is probably the last U.S. president with the option of pursuing an accord that would establish a Palestinian state, the so-called two-state solution. Commentary
Obama's Outlook
Nuclear stance
The non-proliferation cause is counting on less high-handedness and more cooperation from the U.S. to tackle nuclear threats. Full Article
Energy plan
Obama promises to develop green technology, slash oil imports from unfriendly nations and tax more of the profits of oil companies. Full Article
Trade sceptic?
America's trade partners face a man with strong internationalist instincts who is committed to defending U.S. jobs. Full Article
Health care
Obama pledges to bring health insurance to millions of Americans and spend $50 billion to take health records electronic. Full Article
pictures
Park party
Supporters attend an election night rally in Grant Park, Chicago, to see presidential nominee Barack Obama. Slideshow
