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Where does Obama go now?
Where does Obama go now?
President Obama's first State of the Union speech was the pivot his critics believe he should have made months ago.

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Economy, education, energy and more
Economy, education, energy and more

'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'

Obama calls for change on gays in military
Obama calls for change on gays in military

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Obama's first State of the Union in pictures
Obama's first State of the Union in pictures

GOP response

Spending, health reform, jobs targeted
Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell addressed the federal deficit, job growth and health care reform in the Republican response to President Obama's State of the Union address Wednesday night. FULL STORY

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What did you think of Obama's speech?
We want to hear what you thought of Obama's speech. Put yourself on video. Be specific, and keep your thoughts concise and clear. We're especially keen to hear from those of you who consider yourselves to be independent voters. FULL STORY

Opinion

Alito's reaction to Obama was fair
It was the most vivid, and unexpected, confrontation of Wednesday's State of the Union address. -- Jeffrey Toobin, CNN senior legal analyst

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Analyzing Obama's first State of the Union
Analyzing Obama's first State of the Union

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What do you know about the annual address?
What do you know about the annual address?

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Notable addresses: From Lincoln to Bush
Notable addresses: From Lincoln to Bush

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