The United States held S&P's top rating for seventy years and never had a downgrade.

VOA: special.2011.08.12

The S&P/Case-Shiller national index of home prices rose in April,May and June.

VOA: special.2009.09.04

"Haitian nationals will be able to remain in the United States legally, be able to obtain authorization to work legally in the United States, be eligible to obtain permission to travel outside the United States, and return to their T.P.S.status."

VOA: special.2010.02.01

At a news briefing, Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs P.J.Crowley made clear that the Obama administration opposes Dostum's return and possible future role in the government, and that it is reviewing human rights charges against him.

VOA: standard.2009.08.17