Election 2008
Obama adopts a sober style
Bill Clinton could erupt in red-faced rage while George W. Bush had his Texas swagger. So far, President-elect Barack Obama has ditched lofty rhetoric in favor of a sober style as he prepares to take power. Full Article
At home and abroad
A new path
Obama has emphasized diplomacy, internationalism and alliances as he has laid out his national security outlook. Full Article
Green team
Obama's new "green dream team" is committed to battling climate change and ready to push for big policy reforms. Full Article
Lifeline for families
Obama has promised to confront income inequality and the falling fortunes of the working- and middle-class but faces a huge challenge. Full Article
Risky pick?
President-elect Obama inspired by Lincoln's idea of creating a "team of rivals." Full Article
U.N. awaits new era
Of those hoping for a better deal from Obama than they got from outgoing President George W. Bush is a body representing the entire world: the United Nations. Full Article
Gates offers stability
Decision to ask Robert Gates to stay as defense secretary has been widely praised but it may lead to at least a few awkward moments. Full Article
A shift in race relations
For Americans burdened by a sense of history, something once unthinkable has happened. Full Article
Biden's new role
Joe Biden says he wants a lower-key but important advisory role for himself as Barack Obama's No. 2. Full Article
Europe hopes for new era
European governments see a chance to make headway on a range of global issues. Full Article
Focus on trade
Obama is expected to make preserving jobs and restoring U.S. economic health the focus of his trade policy. Full Article
Inauguration planning
Parking woes
Washington D.C. administrator Dan Tangherlini is wrestling with a conundrum -- how to squeeze 10,000 buses into a city that has parking space for half that number. Full Article
Your election images
A selection of the best election and reaction photographs from citizen journalists. Slideshow
Global acclaim
Celebrations in honor of president-elect Barack Obama have extended beyond the U.S. Slideshow
