Hillary Clinton

Benghazi Schools Obama In The Politics Of Scandal

Alan Greenblatt — Fri, 10 May 2013 19:59:00 +0000

President Obama has led an administration that so far has avoided a headline-grabbing, signature scandal. But now he's learning how one begins to take shape.

In many ways, the Benghazi story is following the arc of many Washington scandals of the past. It's rarely the initial incident that gets politicians in trouble. Instead, it's the way in which they respond to it.

After months of relative inattention, the media are seizing on missteps surrounding the attack on the U.S.

Book News: Hillary Clinton's New Memoir To Cover Arab Spring, Killing Of Bin Laden

Annalisa Quinn — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:56:00 +0000

The daily lowdown on books, publishing, and the occasional author behaving badly.

Simon & Schuster announced in a press release on Thursday morning that former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is coming out with a memoir in 2014. According to the release, the book will "use a number of dramatic moments during Secretary Clinton's tenure as Secretary of State to frame her thoughts about the recent history of U.S.

Hillary Clinton Announces Her Support Of Gay Marriage

Scott Neuman — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:50:00 +0000

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has announced that she supports same-sex marriage, saying gays and lesbians are "full and equal citizens and deserve the rights of citizenship."

"That includes marriage," Clinton says in an online video released Monday by the gay rights advocacy group Human Rights Campaign.

Hillary Clinton Formally Resigns As Secretary Of State

Eyder Peralta — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 19:47:00 +0000

Hillary Clinton formally resigned as the 67th secretary of state, just moments ago.

In a letter to President Obama, she said it was an "honor to serve."

"I am more convinced than ever in the strength and staying power of America's global leadership and our capacity to be a force for good in the world," she said.

She concluded, "On a personal note, it has been a pleasure to work with you and your team. Thank you, Mr. President, for your friendship, and for the opportunity to serve in your Cabinet."

According to the AP, her resignation is effective as soon as former Sen.

Hillary Clinton Leaving The Stage — At Least For Now — And On A High Note

Mara Liasson — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 08:44:00 +0000

Hillary Clinton leaves her job Friday as secretary of state with sky-high approval ratings, and there's already a superPAC established urging her to run for president in 2016.

She's one of the most famous women in the world and, as she leaves office, perhaps the