- Secretaries Clinton and Geithner explain why they are developing a new framework for U.S.-China relations and what it means for Americans. Senator John Kerry hopes a revitalized relationship will build a constructive partnership towards combating global climate change.
- Paul Krugman says the fiscally conservative Blue Dog Democrats may make or break Obama's health care, and his presidency.
- The financial markets may be on the upswing, but the underlying issues which caused the crisis are yet to be addressed.
- An intense political opposition sizzles under the surface in Iran. For President Obama and Secretary Clinton, "the ball is in Tehran's court."
- Sarah Palin took her leave from the Governor's office yesterday, what's next? Dan Balz reports in the Washington Post.