Topic: John King

Did Mitt Romney suggest eliminating FEMA? (+video)

In a GOP debate last year, Mitt Romney promoted the idea of sending emergency management back to the states, or better yet, the private sector. Now his campaign says he would not abolish FEMA.

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Biden-Ryan debate: Already, some are complaining about the moderator (+video)

Biden-Ryan debate moderator is Martha Raddatz. The conservative Daily Caller posted a blog about the ABC News veteran, alleging bias because of her '90s marriage to an Obama appointee.

Newt Gingrich to exit presidential race: What took so long?

Newt Gingrich said weeks ago that he knew Mitt Romney was the likely nominee. Now, campaign aides say, he is set to suspend his campaign May 1.

Should Al Sharpton be Trayvon Martin activist and MSNBC host?

Al Sharpton is a leading civil rights activist in the Trayvon Martin case. He also hosts a daily politics show on MSNBC. Is there a conflict between Sharpton's activism and his journalism?

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The etiquette gap: From Newt and Mitt to Facebook and texting

Newt Gingrich calling Mitt Romney a liar, boorish friends texting at dinner, bad Facebook manners: The nation's etiquette gap – from a shove to a shooting – can breed more incivility.

At CNN debate, Rick Santorum skewered over 'bridge to nowhere'

GOP presidential hopeful Rick Santorum took a pounding from rivals over his Senate record, during the CNN debate Wednesday. MItt Romney reminded voters of Santorum's vote for the so-called 'bridge to nowhere.'

Republican debate: why Rick Santorum faces more pressure than Mitt Romney

Wednesday night's Republican debate in Arizona may be the most crucial yet. But Mitt Romney isn't the only one facing pressure. Rick Santorum needs to show that his rise to the top is real.

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Is Rick Santorum facing a brewing 'women problem'?

Recent statements about women, and passages from his 2005 book, have put Rick Santorum on the defensive. Even within GOP ranks there are signs of a gender split.

A confident Romney zings Gingrich in Republican debate No. 19 (+video)

MItt Romney was ready to answer questions about his wealth and to rebut rival Newt Gingrich during Thursday's Republican debate, the last before the Florida primary on Tuesday.

Rick Santorum delivers serious smackdown on 'Romneycare'

Rick Santorum launched his most cogent attack on Gov. Mitt Romney's health care program in Massachusetts, during Thursday's South Carolina debate.

South Carolina Republican debate: Surging Newt Gingrich scores (+video)

In the Republican debate Thursday night, the former House speaker won two standing ovations during one exchange alone. Three of four polls out Thursday showed Newt Gingrich slightly ahead of Mitt Romney for the lead in South Carolina.

Tim Pawlenty takes flak over GOP debate. Was his showing so tragic?

Tim Pawlenty declined to be the attack dog against front-runner Mitt Romney in Monday's GOP presidential debate. Critics assailed him, but there are risks to going negative so early in the race.

New Hampshire GOP debate belonged to Mitt Romney, Michele Bachmann

Rep. Michele Bachmann used the occasion of the debate to announce that she is definitely running for president. As for front-runner Mitt Romney, no competitors inflicted damage on his campaign.

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Alex Sink cheats in Florida debate. Will it matter?

During a commercial break in a debate with Florida gubernatorial candidate Rick Scott Monday night, Democrat Alex Sink received a text message from an aide. The 'foul' may be a touchstone for some voters.

Gubernatorial hopefuls Rick Scott and Alex Sink hurl mud in last debate

Florida gubernatorial hopefuls Rick Scott and Alex Sink spent most of their Monday night debate hurling insults at one another.

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Christine O'Donnell: three ways she could turn things around tonight

Polls suggest Senate candidate Christine O'Donnell is 20 points behind Chris Coons in Delaware. If she's going to turn things around, she needs to start at Wednesday's debate.

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Obama-Clinton ticket in 2012? Why Democrats are talking about it now.

Working-class whites – a group that Hillary Clinton resonated with in the 2008 primaries – are rushing to the Republican camp.

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Why doesn’t Obama wear his religion on his sleeve?

What will it take for Obama to convince the world that he’s a Christian, or at least not a Muslim? Teaching Baptist Sunday School like Jimmy Carter? Putting a 'My Boss is a Jewish Carpenter' bumper sticker on Air Force One?

Lou Dobbs resignation: What next for controversial CNN anchor?

For Lou Dobbs, resignation isn't the end. He says he won’t leave the public arena. Like Glenn Beck, will he jump from CNN to Fox News? Maybe run for public office? Stay tuned.

Lou Dobbs out - what next for CNN's controversial anchor?

Lou Dobbs says he won’t leave the public arena. Like Glenn Beck, will he jump from CNN to Fox News? Maybe run for public office? Stay tuned.

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Sunday shows - David Axelrod, Rahm Emanuel, Valerie Jarrett

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McCain discusses Palin again - CNN continues to beat really dead horse

Arizona Senator John McCain was asked about tensions between his staff and his 2008 running mate Sarah Palin this morning on CNN.

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McCain discusses Palin again - CNN beats really, really dead horse

Although he's been asked about tensions between his staff and his 2008 running mate Sarah Palin many times, Senator John McCain was asked about it today on CNN.

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Squabbling about Afghanistan review no big deal, Gibbs says

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Baldwin vs. Lieberman: The showdown that wasn't meant to be