The president says the detainee abuse photos he wants to block from release are "not particularly sensational" but would do no good if publicized.

VOA: standard.2009.05.13

Republicans do not have enough votes in the Senate to block Sotomayor's nomination.

VOA: standard.2009.05.30

Delegates in Spain hit a major stumbling block Tuesday when the African group pulled out of some climate talks, saying rich nations are not doing enough to tackle climate change.

VOA: standard.2009.11.04

Democrats outnumber Republicans in the Senate, but do not possess a majority large enough to block Republicans from using a procedural motion known as a filibuster to prevent a vote from going forward.

VOA: standard.2009.05.31