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Six GOP candidates to hold Twitter debate. Here's how to see it.

Wednesday's Twitter debate among six GOP presidential candidates is a first. Will the 140-character format produce a series of sound bites? Or will interactivity make it more meaningful for voters?
How big GOP 2012 field could boil down to three

Three top-tier GOP presidential hopefuls are likely to emerge, and neither Sarah Palin nor Donald Trump are among them.
Claire McCaskill: Will flap over her plane ground Democrat's career?

Sen. Claire McCaskill already was going to face a tough 2012 reelection in Missouri. But news about unpaid taxes on – and questionable use of – her plane are weighing on the Democrat's chances.
What if Obama fails on healthcare reform?

In the end, Democrats may simply not have enough votes to pass healthcare reform. If that happens, the rest of Obama’s agenda would be cast into doubt, and the possibility of a tidal-wave election this fall would increase.
FCC: Lower the price, and millions more will have broadband

The FCC will soon send Congress a plan to extend broadband to underserved areas and households without high-speed Internet connections.
Scott Brown Senate win leaves Obama, Democrats scrambling

Scott Brown’s Senate victory in Massachusetts has shifted the political landscape. Endangered Democrats are likely to play it safe, and some might retire.
In drive for health reform, Obama must win over independents

Independents now make up 34 percent of the electorate. Polls suggest they're worried about the cost of reform, but are not averse to a public option.
In replacing Souter, how far left will Obama go?

He'll face pressure from his liberal base in his pick for the Supreme Court.
AIG bonuses leave Obama in a tough spot

Public outrage over $165 million in bonus pay puts his political capital at risk.
To connect with ‘real people,’ Obama veers out of the Beltway

For the first two weeks of his presidency, he holed up in Washington. Now, he’s crisscrossing the US.
What Obama’s inaugural speech achieved – and what it didn’t

It was deft. It was dignified. It also aimed to lower Americans’ expectations for better times soon.
Obama urges Bush, Congress to pass a stimulus package

The president-elect also pushes for a $25 billion bailout of the auto industry before he takes office.
Obama's turnout historical in numbers, diversity

The estimated 136 million Americans who voted are part of a radical transformation of American politics – and not just in terms of ideology and party identification.
Sacrifice theme returns to US politics

Both McCain and Obama cite the need for selflessness and service.
As McCain warns independents, Obama woos them with pricey infomercial

Obama's TV piece portrays him as part of the middle-class. McCain calls it 'gauzy.'
The rush is on to vote early

Obama seems to be benefiting so far, but McCain forces are hustling to get their supporters out, too.
McCain seeks to shift race’s focus

Tuesday’s debate is a chance to regain campaign momentum.
Obama inches ahead in tight race

The economy, plus questions among some conservatives about Sarah Palin, appear to be helping the Democrats.
Obama inches ahead in tight race

The economy, plus questions among some conservatives about Sarah Palin, appear to be helping the Democrats.
Election wild card: first-time voters

Obama and McCain have traded leads in the polls. But whose supporters will turn out in November?
Obama’s rapid rise to eminence

He’ll make his speech in Denver Thursday as the first African-American to win his party’s nod.
Watchdogs make it harder for politicians to stretch the truth

Cindy McCain's past is the latest to be questioned after errors were found.
Indiana: Clinton's next big test

Obama and Clinton are in a tight race heading into the May 6 contest.
'Change' campaigns: Can they deliver?

A president needs inspiring rhetoric, savvy, and a like-minded public.
Meet '08 contender John McCain ... again

His week-long tour stresses his family's military service – and why it makes him fit to be president.