Republican Daniels wins 2nd term as Ind. governor

2010-04-16T14:58:19Z

Cash-flush Republican Daniels wins 2nd term as Ind. governor despite unpopular changes

Republican Mitch Daniels has won a second term as Indiana governor, defeating former Democratic congresswoman Jill Long Thompson.

The call was based on an analysis of voter interviews, conducted for Barack Obama and John McCain is down to its final hours until Tuesday's voting, at which point, we all hope, this race, unlike 2000, will end.

Or do we?

"Stop saying your glad it's almost over," insisted comedian-political commentator

Obama, Biden Rally Virginia Backers

2010-04-16T13:11:37Z

In Fredericksburg, the Democrats slam McCain on economy

Democrat Barack Obama and running mate Joseph R. Biden Jr. last night rolled back into battleground Virginia for a large ...

In these times, political catchword is certainty

2010-04-16T13:13:03Z

Sure as sure can be: In uncertain times, this season's campaign catchword is certainty

Fellow Americans, let us be clear: This news article will improve your life. Of that there can be no doubt. And those negative voices that disagree? They're fundamentally wrong. It is time, finally, to turn our backs on their failed notions.

Sound familiar? It should. This approach has emerged as the centerpiece of the 2008 presidential campaign's final phase, transcending...

Sarah Palin Attack Dog or Barracuda?

2010-10-06T12:09:21Z

Another week, another political convention. This week kicks off the Republican National Convention that will see the nomination of John McCain for President and Sarah Palin for Vice-President, though the schedule is in flux with Hurricane Gustav that has landed in Louisiana.

McCain named Sarah Palin, governor of Alaska, as his running mate on August 29th. She was more or less a surprise pick. She is not well known on the national scene, at least from a media perspective.

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US election: Republican convention gets off the ground with addresses from Thompson, Lieberman and Bush

2010-04-16T13:31:24Z

The Republican convention finally got off the ground tonight with criticism of the US media for getting into a frenzy over the vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin and with a fleeting appearance by George Bush.

There we...

US election: Republican party is pulled in two directions on first full convention night

2010-04-16T13:31:30Z

The first full, hurricane-delayed evening of the Republican national convention in St Paul revealed a party still trying to face in two directions at the same time. It offered a tale of two different political themes directed at two different political audiences. The first theme, for the audience at home watching on television, centred on Jo...

Palin to address Republican convention

2010-04-16T13:31:49Z

Vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin breaks her silence Wednesday as a political storm rages around her, with her high stakes speech to the Republican National Convention

The Alaska governor can expect a rapturous reception from floor delegates thanks to her solid record on issues that are an a...

Republican VP pick Palin to break silence as controversy rages

2010-04-16T13:31:49Z

Vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin breaks her silence Wednesday as a political storm rages around her, with her high stakes speech to the Republican National Convention

The Alaska governor can expect a rapturous reception from floor delegates thanks to her solid record on issues that are an ...

Republicans try to capture spotlight in White House race

2010-04-16T13:31:58Z

Republicans sought to send a jolt of energy through their White House campaign, as President George W. Bush threw his weight behind John McCain, saying he was "ready to lead this nation."

After losing precious time ahead of the November 4 elections due to White House campaign, as President George W. Bush threw his weight behind John McCain pledging he was "ready to lead this nation."

After losing precious time ahead of the November 4 elections due to Hurricane G...

Republicans seek to energize White House campaign

2010-04-16T13:32:03Z

Republicans sought to rally voters around John McCain and re-energize their White House campaign after losing precious time in the battle to beat the Democrats.

As the clock ticks on the November 4 elections, Republicans aimed to put their bid for the presidency back on track after being buffet...

Fighting to get control of convention

2010-04-16T13:32:05Z

Republicans try to get focus off Palin questions, onto McCain

Republicans faced the same problem during the second night of their convention Tuesday as Democrats did a week earlier: trying to wrestle television networks for control of their story.

With the Democrats in Denver last Tuesday, there was so much talk about upset John McCain to millions of American voters, after first trying to quell a storm over his shock running mate pick Sarah Palin.

The Republican National Convention here will spotlight McCain's heroic biography as a Republican National Convention that will see the nomination of John McCain for President and Sarah Palin for Vice-President, though the schedule is in flux with Hurricane Gustav that has landed in Louisiana.

McCain named Sarah Palin, g...

Republican convention to get back to politics

2010-04-16T13:32:23Z

The Republican National Convention will get back to politics Tuesday after its curtailment by Hurricane Gustav, including a video link-up with President George W. Bush, party officials said.

A decision to go ahead was made early Tuesday morning after consultation with f...

America Needs 'Appropriate Change,' Thompson Says

2010-10-23T19:06:57Z

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Fueling Debate: What Drives McCain and Obama's Campaigns

2010-10-26T15:06:11Z

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DHS deputy secretary confirmed

2010-10-25T20:43:32Z

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The 2008 Presidential Candidates: Fred Thompson

2010-10-26T20:16:55Z

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Fred Thompson ... And (In)Action!

2010-10-19T11:48:02Z

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Is it Huck's Fault?

2010-10-25T09:24:19Z

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Republican Delegate Standings

2010-10-16T19:33:03Z

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Fred Thompson and the death of the Reagan coalition

2010-10-23T16:07:48Z

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Thompson's red fundraising truck

2010-10-23T16:07:43Z

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Another Christian Conservative for McCain

2010-10-23T16:07:39Z

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Another Evangelical Insult to Thompson

2010-10-23T16:07:39Z

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In Praise of the GOP's Free-for-All Primary

2010-10-23T11:07:25Z

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How Do Wyoming Caucuses Work?

2010-10-16T19:32:44Z

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Matching Candidates With Celebrities

2010-10-16T19:34:28Z

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Presidential candidates' religions

2010-09-10T21:43:28Z

The Religions of the 2008 Presidential Candidates

The Associated Press asked the 2008 presidential candidates what religion they practice, whether they are a member of a particular church, and how often they attend services.

Like the majority of Americans, all the candidates are Christians. Seven are Roman Catholic, four are Baptist, two are Methodist, one is Episcopalian, one is Presbyt...

Personal side: Candidates' worst jobs

2010-09-10T20:34:43Z

The Personal Side: Presidential Candidates Talk About Their Unforgettable Worst Jobs

All these years later, Mike Huckabee still avoids touching the glass when he opens a door. He remembers a thankless task at Penney's as a teenager, scrubbing away fingerprints only to have customers smudge the glass all over again.

Mitt Romney worked in a sewage pi...

White House hopefuls name worst jobs

2010-09-10T19:52:09Z

Personal Side: Presidential Candidates and the Jobs They Were Glad to Leave Behind

The Associated Press asked major presidential candidates a series of questions about their personal tastes, traits and backgrounds. Today's question — first in a series — and their answers:

What was your worst job?

DEMOCRATS:

New York Pat Robertson, Paul Weyrich or any other supposed kingmaker.

It is Hillary Clinton.

She has been a star of the G.O.P story line so far, standing as a reference point for the prima...

Poll: Huckabee Tied For Second Nationally!

2010-09-10T16:36:38Z

Mike Huckabee's surge apparently isn't just happening in Iowa — he's moving up nationwide, too. The new Gallup poll has Huck in a three-way tie for second. Rudy Giuliani<...

Poll Has Bad News For Rudy: He's Way Down In South Carolina

2010-09-10T16:34:22Z

On the heels of polls showing Rudy dropping fast in New Hampshire and out of contention in Iowa, a a new poll finds him sinking fast in a third key state: South Carolina. The President Bush: He's negotiating too much with with people we don't like. The New York Sun reports that the Rudy Giuliani and <...

Poll: Hillary's National Lead Slipping

2010-09-10T16:30:50Z

The new Zogby/Reuters poll shows the Democratic race tightening nationally, with Hillary Clinton now ahead of Barack Obama by a 38%-27% m...

Poll: Hillary Leads In Michigan, Rudy And Romney Running Close

2010-09-10T16:28:57Z

A new EPIC-MRA poll shows that Hillary Clinton has increased her lead over Barack Obama in Michigan, which is expected to hold its rogue primary on January 15, pending American Research Group could just be a statistical outlier — or it could be the first sign that Rudy Giuliani is losing his national lead among Republicans.

Rudy leads the GOP field with only a 25% plurality, followed by Middle Tennessee State University finds that the state could potentially be close in 2008, though the Republicans do seem to have an edge.

In a match-up between favorite son NBC/Wall St. Journal poll finds that a generic Democrat for president is at 50% against a generic Republican, who has only 35% support. Democrats also enjoy a 46%-37% lead in the generic Congressional ballot.

In the Democratic race,

Poll: Hillary And Edwards Tied In North Carolina Primary

2010-09-10T16:19:02Z

A new poll in North Carolina from Democratic firm Public Policy Polling shows the Democratic primary to be a tie between Hillary Clinton and favorite son Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee’s presidential campaign seemed headed for oblivion. Strapped by money problems, he was unable to complete financially with the likes of Mitt Romney and Sam Brownback for voters at the Ames GOP Presidential Straw Poll. After having earlier stake...

Two Candidates Dismissed by Insiders Continue to Lead GOP Race

2010-09-10T15:54:26Z

Two men dismissed by Washington political insiders continue to lead the race for the Republican Presidential nomination. Two favorites of the insiders are far behind. In other words, little has changed over the past week. The key question remains whether or not the virtual candidacy of former Senator Fred Thompson is for real.

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Obama Gains Ground Over Giuliani, Thompson

2010-09-10T15:54:22Z

Senator Barack Obama, the second-ranked contender for the Democratic presidential nomination, has improved his standing against the GOP frontrunners, former Senator Fred Thompson and former Mayor Rudy Giuliani. ...

Election 2008: Biden Trails Giuliani by Nine, Thompson by Two

2010-09-10T15:50:40Z

A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey of the presidential race shows leading GOP contender Mayor Rudy Giuliani leading third-tier Democratic hopeful Joseph Biden 46% to 37%.

Giuliani's unsurprising advantag...

Obama, Clinton, Thompson Enjoy Top Levels of Core Support

2010-09-10T15:50:27Z

Only three of ten leading Presidential candidates can count on base support from at least 25% of voters. The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone poll found that 29% would definitely vote for Illinois Senator Barack Obama (D) if he is on the ballot in 2008. Twenty-eight percent (28%) would definitely vote for New York

2008 Democratic Presidential Primary: Clinton 37% Obama 25% Edwards 11%

2010-09-10T15:50:11Z

Once again, the Rasmussen Reports national telephone poll of the Democratic Presidential nominating competition shows New York Senator Hillary Clinton with a solid lead. It’s a bit bigger lead this week than last--12 points instead of eight--but the general dynamic of the race remains unchanged.

Clinton is supported by 37% of voters in ...

2008 Republican Presidential Primary: Giuliani 35% McCain 15% Gingrich 11%

2010-09-10T15:49:46Z

It’s Giuliani by twenty points in the race for the GOP nomination.

The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone poll finds former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani (R) with support from 35% of those likely to vote in a Republican Primary. That’s up two ...

Thompson Tied with Clinton, Trails Obama

2010-09-10T15:49:35Z

Fred Thompson, a movie star turned U.S. Senator turned TV star, has been publicly considering entering the 2008 Presidential Sweepstakes to fill what some see as a void in the Republican Primary field.

The first Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey involving Thompson shows the former Senator from NH Clinton office before surrendering ... Candidates pitch to party leaders ... McCain: 'I will beat her like a drum' ... Giuliani: Kids of illegal immigrants OK ... Presidential race turns a negative page ... Obama, Bloomberg dine together in NYC ... Clinton campaign: Knock off misleading ad

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And The Winner Of The GOP Debate Is...Huckabee? (Redux)

2010-10-26T20:42:15Z

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AP-Yahoo poll highlights

2010-09-10T12:31:11Z

AP-Yahoo Poll Highlights: of Bowling Partners, Name Recognition and Who's Got the Look

The HORSE RACE, THE DEMOCRATS:

Hillary Clinton: 48 percent

Barack Obama: 22 percent

John Edwards: 13 percent

Undecided: 1...

Forbes '08 Tracker: November

2010-10-16T19:33:07Z

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Poll: In Michigan, Clinton leads Dems

2010-09-10T11:34:50Z

Poll: in Michigan, Clinton Leads Dems; GOP Candidates Still Bunched

THE RACE: The presidential race for Democrats, Republicans in Michigan.

THE NUMBERS — DEMOCRATS

Hillary Rodham Clinton, 49 p...

Thompson hopes to woo independents

2010-09-10T10:36:30Z

Thompson Wants GOP to Woo Independent Voters: 'Political Pendulum Is Swinging' Against Party

Republican presidential hopeful Fred Thompson said Sunday "the political pendulum is swinging" against his party, and Republicans needs to work harder to win over inde...

Thompson touts consistency in Iowa ads

2010-09-10T10:25:44Z

Thompson to Begin Airing Ads in Iowa, Hoping for Strong Second-Place Finish

Republican Fred Thompson will begin airing TV ads in Iowa this week, casting himself as a consistent conservative and seeking to emerge as the top challenger to Mitt Romney who leads in state polls.

The ads, ...

GOP race in SC reflects larger contest

2010-09-10T09:50:28Z

Wide-Open South Carolina GOP Race Reflects Republican Presidential Contest at Large

The Republican presidential fight in this Southern bastion of rough-and-tumble politics reflects the race at large — a jumble that could go any which way.

History raises the stakes and, if a guide, South Carolina could...

N.H. could turn GOP race upside down

2010-09-10T09:14:50Z

New Hampshire Primary Results Are Up in the Air, Possibly Turning the GOP Race Upside Down

New Hampshire is known for turning Republican presidential primaries upside down.

It could happen again this year.

"We're a little tiny state, but we get to go out and rub shoulders with all of the candidates, and be a big part of the big decision,"...

What CEOs Will Admit Out of the Office

2010-10-26T20:42:11Z

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Iowans gives Huckabee a second look

2010-09-10T06:32:47Z

Iowa Conservatives Consider Huckabee in GOP Race Despite Campaign's Financial Woes

Mike Huckabee, who strums a bass guitar and cracks jokes at campaign stops, is quietly establishing himself with Iowa voters as a serious candidate for the Republican presidential nomination.

"I think he's the sleeper candidate this year," said Poll: Giuliani Tops GOP Field in California, but His Lead Has Diminished

THE RACE: The race for the Republican presidential nomination in California

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THE NUMBERS - REPUBLICANS

Rudy Giuliani, 25 percent

Mitt Romney, 13 percent

Top Republican Presidential Candidates Woo Florida Party Activists

In a night when the top Republican presidential candidates repeated the messages they've delivered elsewhere, Mitt Romney tried to capture the attention of Florida a...

GOP contenders vie for conservatives

2010-09-10T05:06:57Z

GOP Candidates Seek to Be Favored Candidate of Anxious Social Conservatives

Republican rivals Fred Thompson, Mitt Romney and John McCain sought on Friday to become the favored candidate of anxious social conservatives, each suggesting he offered the best chance of thwarting a...

Giuliani's conservative support tenuous

2010-09-10T04:46:50Z

AP Polls Show Giuliani Winning His Share of Conservatives but That His Support Seems Tenuous

Rudy Giuliani shares the lead for the conservative vote in the Republican presidential race, despite the New Yorker's three marriages and moderate views on abortion, guns and gays.

Yet a close look suggests his support from the GOP...

Exit Brownback, Up Huckabee

2010-10-22T22:44:17Z

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Conservative GOP picks for president

2010-09-10T04:36:21Z

Conservative Republicans and Their Preferences for the 2008 GOP Presidential Nomination

A look at conservative Republicans and their preferences for the 2008 GOP presidential nomination, based on recent Associated Press-Ipsos polls.

Candidates with less than 10 ...

Romney has stage to self at RNC event

2010-09-10T04:15:27Z

Mitt Romney Has Stage Virtually to Himself at RNC Event

Seven hundred Republican donors paid a total of $5 million to attend a Republican Party dinner and hear from several of the major presidential candidates. But just one, Mitt Romney, bothered to address them all. And he had a plane to catch.

Rudy Giuliani, the former

Analysis: GOP words get sharper

2010-09-10T04:06:46Z

Analysis: Criticism in the Republican Presidential Race Grows Sharper As Voting Nears

Forget the pleasantries. The criticism grows sharper by the day in the race for the Republican presidential nomination.

The reason: Rudy Giuliani, Mitt Romney, John McCain and Republican Fred Thompson Defends Gay Marriage Stance, Says Conservatives Unruffled

Republican presidential hopeful Fred Thompson said he's met frequently with influential social conservatives who are willing to accept his position on a constitutional amendment banning gay marriage even though it doesn't go quite as far as they would like.

Thompson favors a constitutional amen...

Acting has been lucrative for Thompson

2010-09-10T02:54:52Z

GOP's Fred Thompson Has Made Millions As an Actor

Fred Thompson has had a varied career as lawyer, politician and lobbyist, but it's his acting that has proven to be most lucrative.

The former Tennessee senator who became a regular on NBC's "Law & Order" p...

Analysis: Thompson sticks to the script

2010-09-10T02:52:04Z

Analysis: Thompson Remembers Lines; Romney, Giuliani Overshadow Field

Fred Thompson remembered his lines in his first stage performance.

The newcomer to the Republican presidential field neither stood out nor fouled up Tuesday in his inaugural debate of the 2008 White House race. He held his own but hardly came off...

Bartlett calls Thompson `a dud'

2010-09-10T02:40:04Z

Former Bush Aide Assesses GOP Presidential Field, Calls Thompson `a Dud' and Huckabee 'Best'

Dan Bartlett used to speak for President Bush, one of his most trusted and ubiquitous aides for 14 years.

Now, Bartlett is speaking for himself, and handicapping the Republican presidential field with uncommon candor and surprising conclusions.

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Tancredo coy about re-election plans

2010-09-10T02:38:09Z

AP Interview: Tancredo Says His Campaign Is Over Without a Top-3 Finish in Either N.H. or Iowa

GOP presidential candidate Tom Tancredo said Monday that his campaign will be "pretty much over with" unless he can finish in the top three in either the New Hampshire or Iowa primary contests.

Then, he says he'll...

Giuliani aide touts his electability

2010-09-10T01:13:34Z

Strategist for GOP Hopeful Rudy Giuliani Touts His Electability in Memo to Supporters

Go home, Mitt Romney. Give it up, Fred Thompson. And John McCain, you missed your chance. In a memo and electoral maps _ desig...

Giuliani aide touts delectability

2010-09-10T01:12:59Z

Giuliani Aide Touts Delectability in Memo to Supporters

Go home, Mitt Romney. Give it up, Fred Thompson. And John McCain, you missed your chance.

In a memo and electoral maps _ designed to show perceived strengths and play down others' potential _ Republican Poll: Giuliani Catches Up to Romney in New Hampshire Survey

THE RACE: The presidential race for Republicans in New Hampshire

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THE NUMBERS - REPUBLICANS

Mitt Romney, 23 percent

Rudy Giuliani, 22 percent

John Mc...

Analysis: Bush unwelcome on the trail

2010-09-09T23:07:01Z

Analysis: President Bush Clearly Is Unwelcome Guest on GOP Presidential Campaign Trail

Republican presidential candidates can't be any more clear: President Bush isn't welcome on the campaign trail.

Competing to succeed him, top GOP candidates Rudy Giuliani,

Romney promises to restore a wayward GOP

2010-09-09T22:58:30Z

Leading GOP Candidates Seek Support From Michigan Activists

Courting party faithful Saturday, Republican Mitt Romney promised to return a wayward GOP to its core principles while rival John McCain portrayed himself as the most qualified t...

CORRECTION Washington Senate

2010-11-04T20:00:45Z

Felicia Ekenman opens and inspects a ballot at the King County Elections office Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, in Seattle. Every ballot is visually inspected and sorted between those that are immediately ready for scanning and tabulation and those with physical damage that need to be duplicated before being counted. Holding a slim lead over Republican challenger Sen. Patty Murray, center, raises her arms with Sen. Maria Cantwell, left, and Gov. Chris Gregoire at an election night party for Democrats Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, in Seattle. Murray is facing Republican challenger Dino Ros...

Campaign Bill Clinton

2010-10-22T01:31:55Z

In this Oct. 18, 2010, photo, former President Bill Clinton, right, waves with Sen. Patty Murray as they end a campaign appearance in Everett, Wash. Clinton, out of the Oval Office for nearly a decade and once considered a political liability, is campaig...

APTOPIX 4th Stryker Brigade

2010-08-19T22:30:05Z

U.S. Army Capt. Mark Fisher, left, leans down to kiss his daughter Madeline, 2, as he sits to have lunch with her and another daughter after arriving at nearby Joint Base Lewis-McChord the evening before Thursday, Aug. 19, 2010, in DuPont, Wash. Fisher had...

Legalizing Marijuana

2010-07-01T17:16:14Z

Douglas Hiatt throws up his arms as he talks about a signature campaign for an initiative to legalize marijuana for adults falling short Thursday, July 1, 2010, in Seattle. Hiatt, one of the campaign's leaders, said that the effort to get Initiative 1068 on the ballot has fallen short by about 40,000-50,000 signatures of about 241,000 required. Initiative 1068 would remove all state penalties ...

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