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Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal (L) and his wife Supriya Jindal ...

(Reuters) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:29:40 GMT

(Reuters) - Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal (L) and his wife Supriya Jindal arrive for a state dinner in honor of India's Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at the White House in Washington November 24, 2009. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst (UNITED STATES POLITICS)

Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal and his wife Supriya Jindal arrive ...

(AP) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:27:08 GMT

(AP) - Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal and his wife Supriya Jindal arrive for a State Dinner hosted by President Barack Obama for Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal and his wife Supriya Jindal arrive ...

(AP) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:26:49 GMT

FILE - In this Nov. 5, 2009, file photo Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, ...

(AP) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:05:57 GMT

(AP) - FILE - In this Nov. 5, 2009, file photo Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, holds a copy of the health care bill, trussed in sturdy rope, in front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington during a Republican news conference. The full draft of Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid's House version of the health care bill has been published in the Congressional Record in the official and conventional manner. It is not much of a spectacle, nor much trouble to move: it's 209 pages. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

File photo of Republican Representative Chris Smith, a long-time ...

(AFP) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:22:42 GMT

(AFP) - File photo of Republican Representative Chris Smith, a long-time critic of Beijing's rights record, said President Barack Obama should "pick up the phone" and urge Chinese President Hu Jintao personally to ease pressure on a Beijing-based human rights lawyer, Jiang Tianyong.(AFP/Pornchai Kittiwongsakul)

Steven Goldstein of Garden State Equality walks with supporters ...

(AP) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:14:12 GMT

(AP) - Steven Goldstein of Garden State Equality walks with supporters Marsha Shapiro, left, and Louise Walpin, right, as they lead a large group into the New Jersey Statehouse Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, in Trenton, N.J., to lobby for proposed legislation legalizing same sex marriage. With a former prosecutor waiting in the wings to take over as New Jersey's first Republican governor in a dozen years, Democrats know time is short to push through a social agenda in the Legislature that includes legalizing gay marriage and the use of marijuana for chronic medical conditions. (AP Photo/Mel Evans)

A huge crowd gathers outside offices of Garden State Equality, ...

(AP) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:13:18 GMT

(AP) - A huge crowd gathers outside offices of Garden State Equality, Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, in Trenton, N.J., before walking to the New Jersey Statehouse to lobby for passage of a bill legalizing gay marriage. With a former prosecutor waiting in the wings to take over as New Jersey's first Republican governor in a dozen years, Democrats know time is short to push through a social agenda in the Legislature that includes legalizing gay marriage and the use of marijuana for chronic medical conditions. (AP Photo/Mel Evans)

Republican Gubernatorial candidate Scott McInnis, at podium, ...

(AP) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:37:14 GMT

(AP) - Republican Gubernatorial candidate Scott McInnis, at podium, joined other key GOP leaders at an event in Denver on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, to outline the republican's agenda for next year's elections. (AP Photo/Ed Andrieski)

In this Nov. 8, 2006 file photo, Rhode Island Republican Gov. ...

(AP) — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:54:46 GMT

(AP) - In this Nov. 8, 2006 file photo, Rhode Island Republican Gov. Don Carcieri address the media during a news conference at the Statehouse, in Providence, R.I. Gov. Don Carcieri's administration has failed for months to spend $20 million meant to insulate poor people's homes against the winter chill and put unemployed people to work during one of the worst economic crises since the Great Depression. (AP Photo/Stew Milne, File)

FILE - In this Nov. 8, 2009 file photo, Republican candidate, ...

(AP) — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:54:41 GMT

(AP) - FILE - In this Nov. 8, 2009 file photo, Republican candidate, U.S. Rep. Scott Brown, D-Wrentham, speaks during a Senate candidates forum at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, Mass. Brown is one of two Republicans vying for the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by the death of Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, D-Mass. The party primaries are Dec. 8 and the special election is Jan. 19, 2010. (AP Photo/Nancy Palmieri, File)

In this Nov. 8, 2009 photo, Republican candidate Jack E. Robinson ...

(AP) — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:53:54 GMT

(AP) - In this Nov. 8, 2009 photo, Republican candidate Jack E. Robinson speaks during a Senate candidates forum at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, Mass. Robinson is one of two Republicans vying for the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by the death of Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, D-Mass. The party primaries are Dec. 8 and the special election is Jan. 19, 2010. (AP Photo/Nancy Palmieri)

This Dec. 3, 2008 file photo shows Mississippi Republican Gov. ...

(AP) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:22:12 GMT

(AP) - This Dec. 3, 2008 file photo shows Mississippi Republican Gov. Haley Barbour talking to reporters in Jackson, Miss. Thrilled with twin victories this month, Republican governors are looking to lead a party-wide resurgence in 2010 and shape the GOP for years to come. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis,File)

FILE - In this Oct. 30, 2009 file photo, former New York Mayor ...

(AP) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:34:34 GMT

(AP) - FILE - In this Oct. 30, 2009 file photo, former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani urges supporters to vote for Republican candidate for New Jersey governor Chris Christie, left, in West Milford, N.J. A spokeswoman for Giuliani insists he still hasn't made up his mind and won't be shy to say so when he does. Christie defeated Gov. Jon S. Corzine and Independent Chris Daggett in the Nov. 3 election. (AP Photo/Mel Evans, File)

People carrying their copies of the former GOP vice presidential ...

(AP) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:55:23 GMT

(AP) - People carrying their copies of the former GOP vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin's book, 'Going Rogue,' wait in line Thursday morning, Nov. 19, 2009 at the Borders Bookstore in Noblesville, Ind., for a chance to see Palin during her book signing. (AP Photo/The Indianapolis Star, Sam Riche)

Maurine Grantham of Indianapolis, left, and Sharon New, right, ...

(AP) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:44:11 GMT

(AP) - Maurine Grantham of Indianapolis, left, and Sharon New, right, carrying their copies of the former GOP vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin's book, 'Going Rogue,' wait in line Thursday morning, Nov. 19, 2009 at the Borders Bookstore in Noblesville, Ind., for a chance to see Palin during her book signing. (AP Photo/The Indianapolis Star, Sam Riche)

People carrying their copies of the former GOP vice presidential ...

(AP) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:40:42 GMT

Sarah Palin addresses supporters as she arrives for a book signing ...

(Reuters) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:40:15 GMT

(Reuters) - Sarah Palin addresses supporters as she arrives for a book signing of her new book 'Going Rogue' in Grand Rapids, Michigan November 18, 2009. U.S. Republican Senator John McCain on Wednesday strongly defended the top advisers from his 2008 presidential campaign in the face of sharp criticism from Palin. McCain, in a telephone interview with Reuters, singled out campaign manager Steve Schmidt and senior adviser Nicolle Wallace for praise after Palin blasted the pair in her memoir, "Going Rogue: An American Life." REUTERS/Rebecca Cook (UNITED STATES POLITICS MEDIA)

Sarah Palin reaches out and shakes the hand of a supporter as ...

(Reuters) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:36:58 GMT

(Reuters) - Sarah Palin reaches out and shakes the hand of a supporter as she arrives for a book signing of her new book 'Going Rogue' in Grand Rapids, Michigan November 18, 2009. U.S. Republican Senator John McCain on Wednesday strongly defended the top advisers from his 2008 presidential campaign in the face of sharp criticism from Palin. McCain, in a telephone interview with Reuters, singled out campaign manager Steve Schmidt and senior adviser Nicolle Wallace for praise after Palin blasted the pair in her memoir, "Going Rogue: An American Life." REUTERS/Rebecca Cook (UNITED STATES POLITICS MEDIA)

Sarah Palin carries her son Trig off her tour bus as she arrives ...

(Reuters) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:29:13 GMT

(Reuters) - Sarah Palin carries her son Trig off her tour bus as she arrives for a signing of her new book 'Going Rogue' in Grand Rapids, Michigan November 18, 2009. U.S. Republican Senator John McCain on Wednesday strongly defended the top advisers from his 2008 presidential campaign in the face of sharp criticism from Palin. McCain, in a telephone interview with Reuters, singled out campaign manager Steve Schmidt and senior adviser Nicolle Wallace for praise after Palin blasted the pair in her memoir, "Going Rogue: An American Life." REUTERS/Rebecca Cook (UNITED STATES POLITICS MEDIA IMAGES OF THE DAY)

Sarah Palin signs copies of her new book 'Going Rogue' ...

(Reuters) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:28:08 GMT

(Reuters) - Sarah Palin signs copies of her new book 'Going Rogue' at a Barnes and Noble bookstore in Grand Rapids, Michigan November 18, 2009. U.S. Republican Senator John McCain on Wednesday strongly defended the top advisers from his 2008 presidential campaign in the face of sharp criticism from his vice presidential running mate, Palin. McCain, in a telephone interview with Reuters, singled out campaign manager Steve Schmidt and senior adviser Nicolle Wallace for praise after Palin blasted the pair in her memoir, "Going Rogue: An American Life." REUTERS/Rebecca Cook (UNITED STATES POLITICS MEDIA)

Sarah Palin hands a signed copy of her new book 'Going Rogue' ...

(Reuters) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:25:48 GMT

(Reuters) - Sarah Palin hands a signed copy of her new book 'Going Rogue' to a supporter in Grand Rapids, Michigan November 18, 2009. U.S. Republican Senator John McCain on Wednesday strongly defended the top advisers from his 2008 presidential campaign in the face of sharp criticism from his vice presidential running mate, Palin. McCain, in a telephone interview with Reuters, singled out campaign manager Steve Schmidt and senior adviser Nicolle Wallace for praise after Palin blasted the pair in her memoir, "Going Rogue: An American Life." REUTERS/Rebecca Cook (UNITED STATES POLITICS MEDIA)

Sarah Palin carries her son Trig off her tour bus as she arrives ...

(Reuters) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:23:41 GMT

(Reuters) - Sarah Palin carries her son Trig off her tour bus as she arrives for a signing of her new book 'Going Rogue' in Grand Rapids, Michigan November 18, 2009. U.S. Republican Senator John McCain on Wednesday strongly defended the top advisers from his 2008 presidential campaign in the face of sharp criticism from his vice presidential running mate, Sarah Palin. McCain, in a telephone interview with Reuters, singled out campaign manager Steve Schmidt and senior adviser Nicolle Wallace for praise after Palin blasted the pair in her memoir, "Going Rogue: An American Life." REUTERS/Rebecca Cook (UNITED STATES POLITICS MEDIA)

Sarah Palin carries her son Trig off her tour bus as she arrives ...

(Reuters) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:21:33 GMT

(Reuters) - Sarah Palin carries her son Trig off her tour bus as she arrives for a signing of her new book 'Going Rogue' in Grand Rapids, Michigan November 18, 2009. U.S. Republican Senator John McCain on Wednesday strongly defended the top advisers from his 2008 presidential campaign in the face of sharp criticism from his vice presidential running mate, Sarah Palin. McCain, in a telephone interview with Reuters, singled out campaign manager Steve Schmidt and senior adviser Nicolle Wallace for praise after Palin blasted the pair in her memoir, "Going Rogue: An American Life." REUTERS/Rebecca Cook (UNITED STATES POLITICS MEDIA)

REFILE - CORRECTING SPELLING Sarah Palin carries her son Trig ...

(Reuters) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:18:14 GMT

(Reuters) - REFILE - CORRECTING SPELLING Sarah Palin carries her son Trig off of her tour bus as she arrives for a signing of her new book 'Going Rogue' in Grand Rapids, Michigan November 18, 2009. U.S. Republican Senator John McCain on Wednesday strongly defended the top advisers from his 2008 presidential campaign in the face of sharp criticism from his vice presidential running mate, Sarah Palin. McCain, in a telephone interview with Reuters, singled out campaign manager Steve Schmidt and senior adviser Nicolle Wallace for praise after Palin blasted the pair in her memoir, "Going Rogue: An American Life." REUTERS/Rebecca Cook (UNITED STATES POLITICS MEDIA)

Sarah Palin carrys her son Trig off of her tour bus as she arrives ...

(Reuters) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:15:54 GMT

(Reuters) - Sarah Palin carrys her son Trig off of her tour bus as she arrives for a book signing of her new book 'Going Rogue' in Grand Rapids, Michigan November 18, 2009. U.S. Republican Senator John McCain on Wednesday strongly defended the top advisers from his 2008 presidential campaign in the face of sharp criticism from his vice presidential running mate, Sarah Palin. McCain, in a telephone interview with Reuters, singled out campaign manager Steve Schmidt and senior adviser Nicolle Wallace for praise after Palin blasted the pair in her memoir, "Going Rogue: An American Life." REUTERS/Rebecca Cook (UNITED STATES POLITICS MEDIA)

Sarah Palin signs copys of her new book 'Going Rogue' ...

(Reuters) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:12:41 GMT

(Reuters) - Sarah Palin signs copys of her new book 'Going Rogue' for customers at a Barnes and Noble bookstore in Grand Rapids, Michigan November 18, 2009. U.S. Republican Senator John McCain on Wednesday strongly defended the top advisers from his 2008 presidential campaign in the face of sharp criticism from his vice presidential running mate, Palin. McCain, in a telephone interview with Reuters, singled out campaign manager Steve Schmidt and senior adviser Nicolle Wallace for praise after Palin blasted the pair in her memoir, "Going Rogue: An American Life." REUTERS/Rebecca Cook (UNITED STATES POLITICS MEDIA)

Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee ...

(AP) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:49:50 GMT

(AP) - Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Chairman Sen. Joseph Lieberman, I-Conn., right, accompanied by the committee's ranking Republican Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, gestures on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, to discuss the Fort Hood shootings. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee ...

(AP) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:42:56 GMT

(AP) - Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Chairman Sen. Joseph Lieberman, I-Conn., right, accompanied by the committee's ranking Republican Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 18,2009, to discuss the Fort Hood shootings. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee ...

(AP) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:41:15 GMT

(AP) - Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Chairman Sen. Joseph Lieberman, I-Conn., right, talks with the committee's ranking Republican Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, after a news conference to discuss the Fort Hood shootings. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., ...

(AP) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:51:32 GMT

(AP) - Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., right, and the committee's ranking Republican Sen Jeff Sessions, R-Ala., left, stands with Attorney General Eric Holder, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, prior to Holder testifying before the committee's Justice Department oversight hearing. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Former Vice President Dick Cheney stands with Sen. Kay Bailey ...

(AP) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:41:52 GMT

(AP) - Former Vice President Dick Cheney stands with Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 in Houston during a campaign stop for her gubernatorial bid. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)

Former Vice President Dick Cheney meets with people as he accompanies ...

(AP) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:50:22 GMT

(AP) - Former Vice President Dick Cheney meets with people as he accompanies U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, not pictured, in support of her gubernatorial bid Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)

Former Vice President Dick Cheney waits on the side while U.S. ...

(AP) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:25:41 GMT

(AP) - Former Vice President Dick Cheney waits on the side while U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, gives a campaign speech in her gubernatorial bid Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 in Houston. Cheney gave his endorsement to Hutchison. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)

Former Vice President Dick Cheney lends his support for Sen. ...

(AP) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:44:07 GMT

(AP) - Former Vice President Dick Cheney lends his support for Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX) in her gubernatorial bid Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)

Former Vice President Dick Cheney lends his support for Sen. ...

(AP) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:42:49 GMT

(AP) - Former Vice President Dick Cheney lends his support for Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX) in her gubernatorial bid Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)

The United States should consider following France's lead ...

(AFP/Getty Images/File) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:56:59 GMT

(AFP/Getty Images/File) - The United States should consider following France's lead and ramping up use of nuclear power in an effort to contain global warming, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, pictured in July 2009, said Tuesday.(AFP/Getty Images/File/Win Mcnamee)

The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee's ranking ...

(AP) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:12:12 GMT

(AP) - The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee's ranking Republican Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif. is seen on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, prior to the start of the committee's hearing on the role of the federal government in the Bank of America-Merrill Lynch merger. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Two senators unveiled legislation Monday to double US nuclear ...

(AFP/File) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:29:01 GMT

(AFP/File) - Two senators unveiled legislation Monday to double US nuclear energy output in 20 years and foster clean energy options with "mini-Manhattan Projects" named for the original US atomic bomb push. Democratic Senator Jim Webb, pictured in September 2009, and Republican Senator Lamar Alexander, said their plan could cost 20 billion dollars over 10 years.(AFP/File/Mandel Ngan)

In the November 23 issue of Newsweek (on newsstands Monday, ...

(AP) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 11:37:13 GMT

(AP) - In the November 23 issue of Newsweek (on newsstands Monday, November 16): How Do You Solve a Problem Like Sarah? She�s Bad News for the GOP - And For Everybody Else Too. Evan Thomas looks at the impact of Sarah Palin on politics. And Christopher Hitchens writes about Palin�s base appeal. Plus: Global Innovation Survey by Intel/Newsweek that shows Americans have real doubts about their ability to maintain their edge in innovation and Fareed Zakaria on whether America has lost its ingenuity. (PRNewsFoto/NEWSWEEK)

U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, speaks at the Texas ...

(AP) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:05:38 GMT

(AP) - U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, speaks at the Texas Federation of Republican Women Biennial Convention on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in Galveston, Texas. Hutchison, who is challenging Texas Gov. Rick Perry for his job, announced she is planning to keep her U.S. Senate seat until after the state's March gubernatorial primary. (AP Photo/Sharon Steinmann)

U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, greets a supporter ...

(AP) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:04:32 GMT

(AP) - U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, greets a supporter at the Texas Federation of Republican Women Biennial Convention on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in Galveston, Texas. Hutchison, who is challenging Texas Gov. Rick Perry for his job, announced she is planning to keep her U.S. Senate seat until after the state's March gubernatorial primary. (AP Photo/Sharon Steinmann)

U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, speaks at the Texas ...

(AP) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:02:59 GMT

U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, speaks at the Texas ...

(AP) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:58:28 GMT

(AP) - U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, speaks at the Texas Federation of Republican Women Biennial Convention on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in Galveston, Texas. Hutchison, who is challenging Texas Gov. Rick Perry for his job, is planning to keep her U.S. Senate seat until after the state's March gubernatorial primary. (AP Photo/Sharon Steinmann)

A young supporter holds a book about Republican vice presidential ...

(AFP/Getty Images/File) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:27:53 GMT

(AFP/Getty Images/File) - A young supporter holds a book about Republican vice presidential candidate Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin during a rally at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. Palin has confirmed the bitter behind-the-scenes tensions within John McCain's failed 2008 presidential campaign in excerpts from her upcoming memoir that emerged Friday.(AFP/Getty Images/File/Chip Somodevilla)

The US Republican party, whose platform condemns abortion as ...

(AFP/Getty Images/File) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:42:02 GMT

(AFP/Getty Images/File) - The US Republican party, whose platform condemns abortion as an "assault on the sanctity of innocent human life," will no longer offer health insurance that covers the procedure, the party confirmed Friday. "I don't know why this policy existed in the past, but it will not exist under my administration. Consider this issue settled," said RNC Chairman Michael Steele.(AFP/Getty Images/File/Chip Somodevilla)

FILE - In this Sept. 3, 2008 file photo, Republican vice presidential ...

(AP) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:12:53 GMT

(AP) - FILE - In this Sept. 3, 2008 file photo, Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin, left, is joined by Republican presidential candidate John McCain, right, and daughter Piper at the end of her speech at the Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minn. Alaska Gov. Palin confirms in her new book 'Going Rogue', that there was substantial tension between her advisers and McCain's. She bitterly details how she was prevented from delivering a concession speech on election night, how she'd been kept 'bottled up' from reporters during the campaign and prevented in many ways from just being herself. She also contends she was prepped to give non-answers during her debate with Joe Biden. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall,File)

Actor Jason Alexander arrives at the office of the Senate Foreign ...

(AP) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:42:57 GMT

(AP) - Actor Jason Alexander arrives at the office of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee's ranking Republican Sen. Richard Lugar, R-Ind., Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, on Capitol Hill in Washington. Alexander is a member of OneVoice�s Entertainment Council, an international mainstream grassroots movement that aims to amplify the voice of Israeli and Palestinian moderates. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee's ranking Republican ...

(AP) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:42:14 GMT

(AP) - The Senate Foreign Relations Committee's ranking Republican Sen. Richard Lugar, R-Ind., left, talks with actor Jason Alexander in his office, before their meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington Friday, Nov. 13, 2009. Alexander is a member of OneVoice�s Entertainment Council, an international mainstream grassroots movement that aims to amplify the voice of Israeli and Palestinian moderates. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee's ranking Republican ...

(AP) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:40:11 GMT

(AP) - The Senate Foreign Relations Committee's ranking Republican Sen. Richard Lugar, R-Ind., left, poses with actor Jason Alexander in his office, before their meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington Friday, Nov. 13, 2009. Alexander is a member of OneVoice�s Entertainment Council, an international mainstream grassroots movement that aims to amplify the voice of Israeli and Palestinian moderates. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

FILE - In this July 14, 2009 file photo, Republican National ...

(AP) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:57:56 GMT

(AP) - FILE - In this July 14, 2009 file photo, Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele speaks at the 100th annual NAACP Convention in New York. The Republican National Committee's health insurance plan covers elective abortions for its employees, an option Republicans strongly oppose in health overhaul legislation that Democrats are trying to push through Congress. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)