Clintons push a Hillary/Obama ticket
Hillary and Bill Clinton are again teaming up on Barack Obama -- this time saying the first-term U.S. lawmaker, whom they have derided as inexperienced, would be a strong running mate on a Democratic presidential ticket headed by the former first lady. In talking up a joint ticket, the Clintons may be seeking the upper hand, attempting to put her in consideration for the top of the ticket when she so far has failed to win the votes necessary to assure that she would face Republican presidential candidate

Clinton apologizes to black voters
Sen. Hillary Clinton apologized to a gathering of black newspaper publishers Wednesday for a top fundraiser's controversial comments that Sen. Barack Obama's race has helped his candidacy. The New York senator found herself in the hot seat after the remarks by Geraldine Ferraro -- a former New York congresswoman, Democratic vice presidential candidate and Clinton supporter. "I rejected what she said and I certainly do repudiate it," Clinton said at the National Newspaper Publishers Association meeting

Video: I'm F*cking Obama - Hillary Clinton feat. Sarah Silverman
Hillary Clinton presents her take on Sarah Silverman's "I'm F*cking Matt Damon".

Clinton to Daily Show’s Stewart: Wish you were here
On the eve of high-stakes primaries in Texas and Ohio, Hillary Clinton appeared via satellite on the popular satirical news program”The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” and challenged the host to come out from behind his fake anchor desk and join her on the campaign trail. “I wish you were out here on the campaign trail with us. You know, you could make fun of us in person,” the Democratic presidential candidate said from a campaign rally in Austin, Texas. “I really prefer this,” Stewart de

Is Brad Pitt Bill Clinton's New Wingman?
Bill Clinton joined Brad Pitt at a groundbreaking ceremony for Make It Right, Brad’s cause célèbre for Hurricane Katrina victims. Brad explains the project is “not about a handout, but a hand up.” To which, we're guessing, Bill scowled, "I thought it was about a hand job. Some wingman you are."

Michelle Obama's thesis goes public, gets analyzed
There are plenty senior theses with famous authors lining the shelves of Princeton University's library. Actors Brooke Shields and Dean Cain used their senior papers to write about the film industry. Actor David Duchovny wrote about Samuel Beckett. Future politician Bill Bradley wrote about Harry Truman. Ralph Nader explored Lebanese agriculture. But few senior theses have attracted as much attention as Michelle Obama's 1985 paper, "Princeton-Educated Blacks and the Black Community." Bloggers have

Barack related to Brad; Hillary related to Angelina!
Barack Obama reckons he lost out to cousin Brad Pitt when the handsome genes were dished out. It was revealed last week that the US Presidential candidate and the Hollywood A-lister are ninth cousins, linked by EDWIN HICKMAN who died in 1769. Hillary Clinton'S rival said: "I guess we’re ninth cousins removed or something. "I think he got the better-looking side of the gene pool.” Researchers at the New England Historic Genealogical Society also found out BILL's wife Hillary is related to

Hillary At White House on 'Stained Blue Dress' Day
Hillary Clinton spent the night in the White House on the day her husband had oral sex with Monica Lewinsky, and may have actually been in the White House when it happened, according to records of her schedule released today by the National Archives. An initial review by ABC News of the 17,481 pages of Sen. Hillary Clinton's schedule as first lady, released today by the National Archives, also finds significant gaps in time and many days containing only "private meetings" at the White House with unnamed

Barack to Brad: You got the better looking genes!
As recently reported, Barack Obama is a distant relation of Brad Pitt, while Hillary Clinton is a distant relation of Angelina Jolie! Here he is commenting on the situation - while he thinks Brad got all the family's hotness genes,, the ladies of the view disagree!

Martine McCutcheon to play Monica Lewinsky?
Martine McCutcheon could be about to get that big break in the U.S. she’s wanted for so long. A TV movie is being planned about Hillary Clinton's life and they are considering offering Martine the role of hubby Bill’s former – ahem – friend Monica Lewinsky.

Elton John concert for Hillary
Sir Elton John has a new Candle in the Wind. Mr. John, the legendary British pop crooner who memorialized the late Princess Diana by rewriting the lyrics to his song, “Candle in the Wind,” will be holding a “one night only” solo concert on behalf of Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton’s presidential campaign on April 9 at Radio City Music Hall in New York. The event, his first solo concert in New York since a 2000 appearance at Madison Square Garden, is a fundraiser for Mrs. Clinton. Tickets go o

Obama to take Mississippi
Barack Obama reasserted his claim tonight as front-runner in the Democratic presidential race by winning the Mississippi primary, according to projections by Fox News, NBC News, CNN, and the Associated Press. Obama also easily won the caucuses in Wyoming on Saturday after Hillary Clinton kept her campaign alive last Tuesday with wins in Ohio, Rhode Island, and Texas. He is likely to win most of the 33 delegates at stake tonight in Mississippi and extend his lead in delegates, which stood at 106 before

Rob Reiner talks about why he supports Hillary Clinton
Clinton Supporter Rob Reiner talked with “Extra” in Ohio at last night’s presidential primary. The actor/director spoke candidly about his decision to support Senator Hillary Clinton and his opinion regarding celebrities’ roles in politics. Reiner explained why he supports Clinton saying, “Hillary has been tested. She's been through it. She's been hammered for 15 years by the other side and she's still standing and standing strong…She’s the most qualified person to do the job…It was an

Poll Shows Obama Is Seen as More Likely to Beat McCain
In the past two months, Senator Barack Obama has built a commanding coalition among Democratic voters, with especially strong support among men, and is now viewed by most Democrats as the candidate best able to defeat Senator John McCain, according to the latest New York Times/CBS News Poll. After 40 Democratic primaries and caucuses, capped by a winning streak in 11 contests over the last two weeks, Mr. Obama has made substantial gains across most major demographic groups in the Democratic Party, includ

Clinton wins Ohio
By breaking her long losing streak with a hard-fought victory in Ohio, Hillary Rodham Clinton has stalled rival Barack Obama's momentum toward the Democratic presidential nomination. But by no means has Clinton fully recovered from her month of lopsided defeats -- even if she also turns out to have won today in Texas, where results were not yet known. Moreover, many see Clinton's candidacy as essentially dead should she lose Texas, regardless of the Ohio victory that was projected by TV networks hour

Barack Obama wins Grammy
Barack Obama got a foot up on his presidential rivals Hillary Clinton and John McCain by winning a Grammy Award last night. The Democratic Illinois senator won the award for his narration of audio book The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream. He managed to beat former presidents Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter, who were also nominated.It’s not Obama’s first Grammy. He also won the same award in 2006 for his 1995 memoir Dreams from my Father.

Clooney: 'I'm the Hillary Clinton of the Oscars'
George Clooney has branded himself the 'Hillary Clinton of the Oscars', insisting there is 'no way' he will win the Best Actor award over fellow nominee Daniel Day-Lewis. "There is no way Daniel Day-Lewis won't win," Clooney, nominated for his role in Michael Clayton, tells Time magazine in a new interview. "For me, it's like being Hillary Clinton. If it weren't for Barack Obama, it would have been a very good year." For the record, Clooney has always been a vocal supporter of Barack Obama's campai

Video: McCain Girls - Here Comes McCain Again
The McCain girls music video for "Here Comes McCain Again."

Video: Obama's racist pastor, Jeremiah Wright
Jeremiah Wright may be a real problem for Barack Obama but so far the liberal elite in Hollywood hasn't really noticed. One of the Hollywood A-List star powered political couples, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, are still embracing Barack Obama and they are still raising money for the Democratic frontrunner despite the vile sermons delivered by Wright. Jeremiah Wright is the pastor of Obama and his mentor and some are saying he is like a father figure to the US Senator that is seeking the highest offi

Barack Obama's February haul: $55 million
Sen. Barack Obama raised $55 million in February, a stunning total that his campaign hopes will breathe fresh momentum into his presidential bid following losses in three of four nominating contests earlier this week. The Tribune has learned the Illinois Democrat raised the amount in an effort that shatters the record for money raised by a presidential campaign in a single month. The total came from contributions from nearly three-quarters of a million donors, including about 385,000 who were donating

Video: Obama's powerful speech in San Antonio
Obama gives a stirring speech to supporters in San Antonio, Texas last night after winning Vermont, but losing Rhode Island and Ohio to Clinton.

Anderson Cooper Has 'Spot' of Skin Cancer Removed
Anderson Cooper is dealing with a dermatological health issue, the journalist explains on his CNN blog. After recounting his experience on the campaign trail with Sen. Barack Obama, Cooper, 40, writes, "On a personal note, I've been off for the last couple of days. I had minor surgery on Monday. A small spot of skin cancer was removed from under my left eye." The setback will not keep Cooper off-camera, he says. "I hadn't planned on mentioning this, but I still have stitches and you'll no doubt

Clinton: Bush should skip Olympic opening ceremonies
Sen. Hillary Clinton called on President Bush Monday to boycott the opening of this summer's Olympic Games in Beijing, China. Sen. Hillary Clinton called on President Bush Monday to skip the Olympic ceremonies in China. In a statement released by her campaign Monday, the New York senator pointed to recent protests in Tibet; and to the Chinese government's failure to pressure the government of Sudan to end the violence in Darfur. "These events underscore why I believe the Bush administration has bee