The early morning sun rises behind the US Capitol Building in Washington, DC.
- U.N. team headed to site of alleged chemical attack came under sniper fire and turned back. [WashPost]
- Two big reasons why Obama might strike Syria
- Saudi Prince Bandar might be able to provide the rebels with what the CIA can’t.
- The most popular option among Americans: not intervening in Syria at all. [Reuters poll]
- On 50th ‘Dream’ Anniversary, Obama seeks MLK moment
- Republican governor Bobby Jindal: “The End of Race“
- Photo gallery: Thousands march on Washington to honor MLK legacy
- Bo Xilai trial concludes as the public feasts on details of his alleged excesses.
- Senator Lindsey Graham faces pressure from his right. [NYT]
- “The Outsiders: How Can Millennials Change Washington If They Hate It?” [Atlantic]
- Obama has bypassed Congress to enact his goals addressing climate change. [Hill]
- U.S. oil production has reached its highest level in two decades. [WSJ]