Articles filed under Misc Elections
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GOP platform calls for broader gun rights, unlimited clipsAug 30, 2012 10:23 am - TAMPA, Fla. — Republicans have strengthened the pro-gun-rights portion of their party platform, including a new call for unlimited bullet capacities in guns, in a defian...
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Obama: GOP could cooperate more in second termAug 30, 2012 9:08 am - President Barack Obama says his re-election might help end the political stalemate in Washington, much like “popping a blister.” In an interview with Time magazine, Obam...
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What to watch for at the GOP convention ThursdayAug 30, 2012 9:00 am - Here are some things to watch for at the Republican National Convention Thursday: 1. MITT’S BIG NIGHT: Mitt Romney makes his case to the nation about why he should be el...
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On RNC stage, nettlesome issues unmentionedAug 30, 2012 7:00 am - TAMPA, Fla. — Viewers tuning into the Republican National Convention have heard Ann Romney speak lovingly of her husband and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie pledge "a new...
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Watching the show: Are demographics destiny?Aug 30, 2012 7:00 am - TAMPA, Fla. — One way to think about this year's election is as a contest between the impact of a sour economy (advantage Romney) and the power of the nation's shifting ...
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Jeb Bush slams Republican anti-immigrant stance as loserAug 30, 2012 6:57 am - TAMPA, Fla. — Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush said his party’s anti-immigration policies are costing Republicans elections and contributing to lower fertility rates and...
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Getting local to lure attention of the Cynical 75Aug 30, 2012 5:00 am - In a recent Reader Poll at our website, www.dailyherald.com, we asked readers to identify their favorite thing about political conventions. Nearly three-fourths of those...
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Paul Ryan accepts 'calling of my generation'Aug 29, 2012 11:00 pm - TAMPA, Fla. — Seizing the campaign spotlight, vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan accepted “the calling of my generation” to help lead the country in tough times Wedne...
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Images: Wednesday at the Republican National ConventionAug 29, 2012 10:13 pm - ...
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Bush looming over GOP meeting — by videoAug 29, 2012 5:44 pm - The legacy of former President George W. Bush hovers over the Republican National Convention even though he isn’t attending or even mentioned much. But there are plenty ...