that it's near a residential district. and that nearby cars set on fire by this cargo plane crash and again al alabiya saying it's an american plane. we're working on confirming if it is indeed is an american aircraft and we'll pass that along with an update as soon as i get it. millions of americans thought he was the epitome of hope, brighter future and change. so what happened? president obama is presiding now over a period of political thin ice for the democrats heading into the november elections. a new "usa today"/gallup poll asked about the politicians and republicans are winning 49% to 43%. white house correspondent smiker shearer writes, quote, with midterm elections just nine weeks off, the president's party teeters on the brink of a broad