This is a data file meant to be read by an RSS reader. See http://www.thebostonchannel.com/rss/index.html for more information. Politics news from Boston Politics http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/index.html?rss=bos&psp=politics en-us Copyright 2008, Internet Broadcasting Systems, Inc Politics news from Boston TheBostonChannel.com 60 http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18035332/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2008/1121/18035366.jpg A Boston City Councilor accused of accepting a $1,000 bribe pronounced his innocence Friday as supporters rallied around him as he left a Worcester courthouse. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:52:23 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18031874/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2008/1027/17814097.jpg Verizon's CEO apologizes to President-elect Barack Obama after employees sneak a peek at his cell phone records. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:17:38 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18034892/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2007/1127/14701460.jpg The Massachusetts Republican Party has tried recruiting, financial support and just about everything else it can to win office. After losing even more seats earlier this month, it may be taking a more provocative approach. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:41:10 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18022643/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2007/1217/14876016.jpg Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney is standing steadfastly behind the forces opposing a $25 billion "bridge loan" for struggling Detroit auto manufacturers. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:50:31 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18027636/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics Sen. Edward Kennedy and other key lawmakers who championed mental health parity legislation have met with President George W. Bush at the White House for a ceremonial signing. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 18:34:52 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18034706/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2008/1121/18036435.jpg President-elect Barack Obama's potential Cabinet continues to take shape with news that Timothy Geithner will likely be Treasury secretary. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 18:26:06 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18029169/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2007/1017/14360601.jpg Attorney General Michael Mukasey is "conscious, conversant and alert" after an on-stage collapse, according to an official. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:59:01 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18029037/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2008/0627/16728251.jpg An aide to President-elect Barack Obama's transition team says the Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton as secretary of state will be nominated for secretary of state after Thanksgiving. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:38:44 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18024862/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics A lawmaker says the House committee switch from Michigan Rep. John Dingell to California Rep. Henry Waxman is "not personal." Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:56:38 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18024479/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2008/1120/18024674.jpg Republican Ted Stevens gives his final Senate speech as staff members weep openly. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:55:28 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18020878/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2008/1120/18020915.jpg Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano is reportedly President-elect Barack Obama's top pick for secretary of homeland security. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:59:06 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18024157/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2008/1120/18024370.jpg President-elect Barack Obama surprises Joe Biden with 12 cupcakes for his birthday. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:20:08 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18016483/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2008/1119/18016539.jpg Former Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle has been offered the job of Health and Human Services secretary, according to reports. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:44:00 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18018236/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2008/1119/18011645.jpg Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens has conceded defeat in his re-election bid against Democrat Mark Begich. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:38:18 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18014693/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2008/1119/18014620.jpg Al-Qaida No. 2 Ayman al-Zawahri calls President-elect Barack Obama a demeaning racial term in a new audio message. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:55:13 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/18009059/detail.html?rss=bos&psp=politics true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2008/1118/18009429.jpg President-elect Barack Obama's top choice for attorney general appears to be Eric Holder, a former No. 2 Justice Department official. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 20:51:26 EST