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14 Republicans who might run in 2016
The GOP has a history of nominating people who have run before, which could give heart to some familiar faces. But there’s also a crop of young rising stars who could steal the show.
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In Pictures: Jerry Brown through the years
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Romney finally gains aura of inevitability. Will the GOP unite? (+video)
Romney notched a convincing victory in the heartland state of Illinois, quickly followed by a surprise endorsement from former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, the brother of former President George W. Bush.
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The Vote Etch-A-Sketch: Can Mitt Romney shake off his aide's Mr. Potato Head gaffe? (+video)
Mitt Romney rivals have had their fun with senior aide Eric Fehrnstrom's Etch-A-Sketch comment about appealing to moderates in the fall, but the jokes don't really undermine his strong position.
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The Vote Jeb Bush endorsement adds to Mitt Romney aura of inevitability
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, who some Republicans hoped might run himself, said it was time for the party to unite behind Mitt Romney and bring its core messages to voters.
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Endorsements, dollars shift to Romney. Can he close the deal?
The former Massachusetts governor and his allies spent hundreds of thousands of dollars more than Santorum and his backers in Illinois, and it showed in the results: Romney was beating Rick Santorum by 47 percent to 35 percent.
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Trayvon Martin case draws celebrities, feds join investigation
Trayvon Martin's shooting death is attracting celebrity attention, including Spike Lee, Wyclef Jean, and Mia Farrow. The US Justice Department opened its own probe into the Trayvon Martin case in Florida.
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Ohio looms large on Super Tuesday. Can Romney increase his delegate lead?
A win in Ohio on Super Tuesday could restore Mitt Romney's clear front-runner status. But senior Republicans are decrying the toxic nature of the campaign, and some prominent conservative commentators doubt that either Romney or Rick Santorum could beat Barack Obama.
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GOP governors see Mitt Romney as one of their own, but hesitate to endorse him
Just eight of the 29 Republican governors have endorsed Romney, and while he’s one of their own – a former state chief executive – there are good reasons to hold back, including the GOP’s divisive nominating campaign.
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Romney vs. Santorum: Down to the wire in Michigan and Arizona
Though the momentum seems to be with Mitt Romney, Rick Santorum does well in some polls. But beyond next week's primaries, then “Super Tuesday” a week later, establishment Republicans worry about the outlook for taking on Barack Obama in November.
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The Vote Is Rick Santorum too angry to be elected president?
Some conservative pundits worry that Rick Santorum has not yet shown the ability to be the sort of optimistic unifier – à la Ronald Reagan – that general-election voters tend to prefer.
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Why Florida's Latino Republicans tilt toward Mitt Romney
The question of who wins Florida's Republican Latino vote could determine who wins the Florida primary Tuesday. Polls show Mitt Romney in front, but Newt Gingrich is not out of it.
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Could Romney 'train' be derailed by Gingrich? Perry? Someone new?
The word 'inevitable' is getting tossed around these days when it comes to Mitt Romney and the GOP nomination. But Newt Gingrich remains a real rival, and it's even still possible for a newcomer to enter the contest.
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Cover Story Why the 2012 election could all come down to Florida
The nation's premier swing state, younger and more diverse than you think, will be vital in deciding who wins the White House. Along the way, Florida could determine the GOP primary, too.
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Are GOP voters fooling themselves about Newt Gingrich's electability?
Polling indicates that GOP voters believe Newt Gingrich could beat President Obama. But surveys of the full electorate show less confidence in Mr. Gingrich's ability to defeat the president.
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Chris Christie: Is 2012 his one best shot at the White House?
Chris Christie would be a late entrant into the GOP presidential field if he decides to run, and that could be a problem. But there are other reasons for Christie to think it's now or never.
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Chris Christie: Is this Gov. Christie's Eminem moment?
The political buzz today is all about Gov. Chris Christie as another GOP 2012 candidate. DCDecoder doubts he'll run, but can Chris Christie resist the allure of the moment?
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Rick Perry's 'heart' comment shows GOP shift on immigration
Rick Perry is under fire for his comment about those who oppose in-state tuition for the children of illegal immigrants. But immigration is a complicated issue for a governor whose border with Mexico is more than 1,200 miles long.
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Texas Gov. Rick Perry for president? Why he could have a hard time.
Rick Perry might jump into the presidential race after all. While he would bring formidable strengths to the race, his record isn’t all sweetness and light.
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The Monitor's View: Republicans, be careful in wishing for a 'dream candidate'
When Mitch Daniels decided not to run for president, many Republicans were disappointed that their dream candidate bowed out. But the current field may not be as weak as people think.
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Can Republicans salvage the Hispanic vote?
The US Hispanic population is booming – a group that's more likely to vote Democratic. This worries the GOP as Republicans look for ways to connect with this key part of the electorate.
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Opinion: Republicans want to create second-class citizens. You're not DREAMing.
Republicans haven't abandoned extreme positions on immigration. They've just transferred controversial proposals to the state level.
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Why is Jeb Bush sharing the stage with President Obama?
Jeb Bush, former governor of Florida, will appear with President Obama at an education event in Florida on Friday. What's in it for him?
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"Decision Points": George Bush's view of his presidency
In his new memoir "Decision Points," George W. Bush weighs in on the Iraq war, the financial crisis, Hurricane Katrina, John McCain's 2008 campaign, and other episodes in his presidency.
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In Pictures: Jerry Brown through the years
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Is Marco Rubio brightest rising star of tea party?
Florida senator-elect Marco Rubio will head to Washington as a tea party favorite, but his political experience and immigrant background make him a different kind of tea partyer.
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Which cities are most willing to tackle education reform?
A report released Tuesday ranks cities not in terms of best-performing schools but on their openness to outside ideas and education reform.
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