Cheryl K. Chumley
Columns by Cheryl K. Chumley
Fox News’ van Susteren fires back at Obama
Fox News host Greta van Susteren isn’t taking lightly criticism from President Obama that her news network — along with conservative radio commentator Rush Limbaugh — is failing America by questioning his policies. Published January 28, 2013
Obama derides Rush, Fox News in liberal mag interview
President Obama suggested in an interview with the left-leaning magazine, The New Republic, that conservatives ought to compromise, forget Rush Limbaugh, and fall in line with the Democratic Party's policy platforms. Published January 28, 2013
EPA loses: Court tosses mandate for biofuels
The Environmental Protection Agency cannot impose lofty cellulosic biofuel standards on the oil industry and then inflict punishments when the mandates aren’t met, a federal appeals court just ruled. Published January 28, 2013
Poll: Hawaii, D.C., love Obama; favor falls in other states
President Obama’s biggest fan base for 2012 hailed from Hawaii and the District of Columbia, according to just-released poll figures from Gallup. Published January 28, 2013
Morsi imposes curfew in Egypt as protests leaves dozens dead
The White House is casting a wary eye on Egypt, as President Morsi called for curfews and declared a state of emergency in the face of a violent and deadly weekend. Published January 28, 2013
Oil spill closes part of Mississippi River waterway
Investigators are still trying to determine the location of leak in an oil barge that struck a railroad bridge in Vicksburg, Miss., on Sunday and shut sections of the Mississippi River to traffic. Published January 28, 2013
Foe to frenemy? Boehner vow to halt one-on-ones with Obama now cloudy
House Speaker John A. Boehner’s promise to stop running government via one-on-one meetings with President Obama and let the committee process commence already is crumbling, as congressional members can’t find consensus on how to proceed. Published January 28, 2013
Iran finger-chopping machine seen as political strategy
Iran’s new finger-chopping machine may be touted as a punishment for thieves, but at least one human rights official finds it curious that its unveiling comes at a time when elections dawn and political unrest is high. Published January 28, 2013
Al Qaeda gunmen refuse to free hostages in Philippines
Al Qaeda-linked gunmen in the Philippines have refused to release a reported seven foreigners they’re holding hostage, as two weeks of negotiations with the government end in failure, according to various media reports. Published January 28, 2013
Obama taps campaign database to sell gun control
Organizing for Action — President Obama’s new nonprofit to bolster his public relations sell of policy to a nationwide audience — has just been handed the golden key of political campaigning: a massive computer database of American voter preferences. Published January 28, 2013
Obama taps campaign donor database to sell gun control
Organizing for Action — President Obama’s new nonprofit to bolster his public relations sell of policy to a nationwide audience — has just been handed the golden key of political campaigning: a massive computer database of American voter preferences. Published January 28, 2013
Holder releases first 3 proposed gun rules
U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder has released the first three of what could be 23 new proposals aimed at strengthening the nation's gun laws, in line with the goals put forth by President Obama during his inaugural address and by executive order. Published January 25, 2013
Pentagon starts pink slip process to 46,000
The Pentagon has started laying off the bulk of its 46,000 temporary work force, as automatic Defense Department budget cut-backs beckon in March. Published January 25, 2013
Russia steps toward strict tobacco laws
Russia has taken a step closer toward enacting strict new tobacco prohibitions that set most public places off limits to smokers. Published January 25, 2013
Cold War ‘Miracle’ for sale: Eruzione selling 1980 Olympic hockey gear
Miracle on Ice Captain Mike Eruzione is selling the Team USA game sweater, stick and other gear he was wearing in 1980 as he scored the fourth and final goal during the stunning 4-3 U.S. Olympic upset of the Soviet Union. Published January 25, 2013
South Korea uncovers trillion-dollar transfer of frozen Iran cash
South Korean legal authorities have arrested a Korean-American on charges related to the illegal transfer of $1.09 trillion in Iran funds that had been frozen due to international sanctions. Published January 25, 2013
Barak confirms departure as Bibi starts on coalition
Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak said he won't be a part of the newly formed governing coalition, and he is exiting political life for at least five years, as planned. Published January 25, 2013
Retreat! France’s wealthiest resident flees in the face of 75 percent tax rate
France's wealthiest resident has transferred his fortune to Belgium, citing "family inheritance reasons" and the desire to ensure his fortune is passed to his five children when he dies, according to one media report. Published January 25, 2013
Court holds secret hearings on Chandra Levy murder case
A judge has been holding secret hearings on the May 2001 murder of congressional intern Chandra Levy, a surprising move that casts doubt on the conviction and imprisonment of El Salvador illegal immigrant Ingmar Guandique. Published January 25, 2013
‘Obamacare’ survival guide surges on best-seller list
A new guide that reveals how readers might survive President Obama's health-care reform — its costs, as well as its medical care cuts — has surged on Barnes & Noble's best-seller books list to No. 4, with more than 100,000 copies sold. Published January 25, 2013
