President Barack Obama gives his State of the Union address tonight, followed by Republican responses.
THE THEME
Obama is expected to focus on narrowing the growing gap between the rich and poor emphasizing proposals to improve job training, job opportunities for the long-term unemployed and retirement security.
RESPONSE
Three Republicans will deliver responses to Obama’s address: Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodger of Washington will give the party’s official response; Sen. Mike Lee of Utah will speak for the tea party; and Sen. Rand Paul will make his own speech.
COVERAGE
All of the cable news and broadcast networks are planning live coverage of Obama’s 9 p.m. speech and McMorris’ response. Lee’s response will be shown online at teapartyexpress.org. Paul’s response will be sent to his followers on social media sites.
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