The president’s State of the Union address kicks off his campaign with echoes of Jefferson, Hamilton, and Truman.
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The Scarlet Tax Return
Mitt Romney embodies what’s wrong with the economy and gives the president an opening to champion a progressive code.
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Romney Slings Mud at Gingrich
A new attack ad against the South Carolina winner charges Gingrich with profiting from the Florida housing crisis.
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Dark Horse Victory
Newt Gingrich wins the South Carolina primary in a stunning comeback that upends Mitt Romney’s “inevitability.”
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President Obama Goes for the Swoon Vote
Obama sang a few lines from Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together” at a fundraiser Thursday, leading to shrieks from the audience.
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Sex, Preaching, and Abortion
Want to reduce abortions? Make it easier to get one.Â
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Debate Crowd Boos Romney on Tax Return Question
When asked if he would follow his father’s example and release 12 years worth of tax returns, Romney answered, “maybe”. The crowd was displeased.
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Fighting Words
Newt Gingrich lashes out at CNN, fends off his foes, and dominates the Republican debate.
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And So it Begins…
President Obama debuts his new campaign ad, touting his record on energy.
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The Proud New Owners of a Super PAC
Stephen Colbert and Jon Stewart skirt FEC regulations with their “not-coordinating” gag. The Daily Show Get More: Daily Show Full Episodes,Political Humor & Satire Blog,The Daily Show on Facebook
