Frank experienced for himself the discrimination that was present in his picture of New Orleans.

VOA: special.2009.03.23

He has to present his first budget proposal to Congress early next month.

VOA: special.2009.01.09

But at an event at the White House with past and present American Olympians, the president made clear his support for Chicago's bid is strong.

VOA: standard.2009.09.16

Portraits of the leader, from his youth to the present, are everywhere in the capitol.

VOA: standard.2009.08.29

"In light of the accused voluntarily and unequivocally waiving his right to be present at these proceedings, the chamber is of the view that this hearing can proceed in his absence,"

VOA: standard.2009.10.27