Politics: Afternoon Edition: Why is Obama still evolving on gay marriage?

If you have difficulty viewing this newsletter, click here to view as a Web page. Click here to view in plain text. Monday, May 7, 2012 HEADLINES THE FIX: Why is Obama still evolving on gay marriage? It's not supported by the sort of large majorities that would impel Obama to action. » Read full article Obama campaign makes $25 million ad buy The purchase is just the beginning, senior strategists say. » Read full article FACT CHECKER: Obama's 'Julia' misleads on Social Security The Obama campaign's innovative infographic compares Romney's proposals with an unrealistic fantasy. » Read full article Rep. Kristi Noem earns her college degree The 40-year-old lawmaker dropped out of college at age 22 when her father died in a farming accident. » Read full article Romney silent at first when questioner says Obama should be 'tried for treason' Later, Romney told CNN: "I don't correct all of the questions that get asked of me. Obviously I don't agree that he should be tried." » Read full article QUOTE OF THE DAY RNC chair Reince Priebus speaking on MSNBC about Obama's stance on gay marriage: "The president's position as it sits today is the same position of Mitt Romney, because isn't the president saying that he believes marriage is between a man and a woman?" MULTIMEDIA Video: Trail Mix: The battle for Ohio The Washington Post's Felicia Sonmez compares how the battle for Ohio in 2012 differs from the 2008 election. Get The Washington Post, your way. Want to stay on top of the latest news, features, commentary and more? Here's how: Mobile: Alerts: Social Media: Applications Web site E-mail SMS RSS Feeds Facebook Twitter SEND TO A FRIEND UNSUBSCRIBE E-NEWSLETTER CENTER GET HELP Washington Post Digital E-mail Customer Care 1150 15th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20071 ©2012 The Washington Post Privacy Policy