Video: Washington Unplugged

Banning Abortion Funding In Health Care Has "Momentum"

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 13:33:41 EST

Rep. Joseph Pitts (R-Penn.), chairman of the Energy & Commerce Health Subcommittee, spoke with CBSNews.com's Stephanie Condon about his support of the "No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act," and the "Protect Life Act," which would bar federal funding for abortions under the current health reform.

Can GOP Cut $2.5 Trillion By 2021?

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:14:05 EST

CBS News' Bob Orr spoke with Republican Study Committee's Rep. James Lankford (R-Okla.) about a new set of proposals that would cut federal spending by $2.5 trillion over the next decade. Plus; CBS News' Ward Sloane and Sarah Dutton on CBS News/NYT polls on health care, the economy, and President Obama's 2nd year in office.

Politics Impacting Tragedy in Tucson

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 16:23:22 EST

CBS News' Jan Crawford spoke with New York Times' Jeff Zeleny and Larry Sabato with the University of Virginia's Center for Politics on how politics are playing a role in Saturday's tragic shooting in Tucson. Plus; Joe Russo with T&M Protection Resources on enhancing security for public officials.

Is William Daley Key to Obama's Success?

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 15:23:53 EST

Former commerce secretary William Daley has been named President Obama's new Chief of Staff. CBS News' Bill Plante has the latest. Plus; CBS News senior national security analyst Juan Zarate has this week's "Flash Points".

Will GOP Repeal Health Care Reform?

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 15:25:30 EST

CBS News' Rob Hendin and Stephanie Condon join Jan Crawford for a roundtable on the GOP's efforts next week to repeal health care reform in the House.

Political Implications For 2010 Census

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 14:34:54 EST

How does the 2010 census affect your community and the political landscape. CBS News' Nancy Cordes breaks down what it means for you. Plus; Washington Post's Dana Priest discusses her latest Top Secret America report. And; Unplugged unveils the best and worst 2010 midterms candidates.

Gillibrand Hopes For New START and 9/11 Health Bill

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 14:58:59 EST

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) spoke with CBS News' Nancy Cordes about her hopes for the ratification of the new START treaty and her revised 9/11 health bill. Plus; Bill Plante hosts a roundtable with Nancy Cordes and Politico's Shira Toeplitz.

Is There Hope for DADT?

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 15:18:17 EST

The Washington Post's Ed O'Keefe and CBSNews.com's Stephanie Condon joined John Dickerson for a roundtable discussion on the Senate blocking the repeal of DADT and the latest on the tax cuts debate as it move to the Senate Monday.

Edwards Friend: Elizabeth "A Force For Good"

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:13:49 EST

Dr. Gordon Livingston spoke with CBS News' Bill Plante about the loss of his friend Elizabeth Edwards. Plus; Elizabeth Palmer with the latest on the arrest of WikiLeaks' Julian Assange. And; a strategists roundtable with former WH counsel to President Clinton, Jack Quinn & former general counsel to Rep. John Boehner, Marc Lampkin.

White House and GOP Find Tax Cuts Compromise?

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:07:03 EST

Politico Senior Editor David Mark spoke with CBS News' Bill Plante about the possible compromise between the White House and Congressional Republicans concerning the ongoing tax cuts debate. Plus; former Congresswoman Barbara Kennelly has some advice for departing members of Congress. And; highlights from this year's Kennedy Center Honors.