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The Vote 'Walmart moms': struggling but hopeful … and estranged from Congress

Two groups of 'Walmart moms,' a demographic studied by pollsters, gathered after the State of the Union address. Asked if politicians understand their lives, the answer was a resounding 'no.'

Modern Parenthood Reese Witherspoon baby, Obama Moms and more: Our parenting news roundup.

Reese Witherspoon's baby 'debut' is just one of this week's spotlighted stories. We also have Obama moms, the New Gerber Baby and a pregnant voter who went above and beyond. (And remembered to breathe.)

Election 2012 challenge: How to win over 'frustrated' Walmart moms (video)

A Republican and a Democratic pollster share their survey data on Walmart moms, 27 percent of registered women voters. A majority voted for Obama in 2008, then swung toward the GOP in 2010.

Q&A with Republican strategist Bill McInturff

GOP strategist Bill McInturff sizes up the 2010 election results two days after the midterms. His takeaway: Voters rebuffed Obama's policies, and Republicans need to 'get stuff done.'

Tea party splits GOP in thirds, says Republican strategist

The divisions the tea party brought to the GOP could cause trouble come 2012, says Republican pollster Bill McInturff.

Obama likely to face primary challenge in 2012: GOP strategist

Members of President Obama's party unhappy with his military policy choices, especially in Afghanistan, could mount a primary challenge against him, says Republican strategist Bill McInturff.

Harry Reid vs. Sharron Angle Senate bout gets tighter - and nastier

With Democratic Sen. Harry Reid and Republican Sharron Angle flaying each other with negative ads in Nevada, both have unfavorability ratings of more than 50 percent.

Poll: Poizner surges in California governor's race

Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner now trails Meg Whitman by just 10 percentage points in California governor's race, according to polling by his campaign.

Election Day November 2009: What will it mean?

If Republicans prevail in three key contests on Election Day November 2009, it can mean more funding and high-quality candidates for the GOP on 2010.

Poll: Global warming is real, so do something, US voters say

A bipartisan poll released Monday finds that a majority of Americans believe global warming is happening and want the US government to act. The Senate will discuss a global warming bill Tuesday.

GOP downplays impact of Kennedy on healthcare vote

Poll: Obama, Clinton health plans have troubling parallels

Poll: troubling parallels between Obama and Clinton health care plans

Voters' views on Obama health plan? Same as for Clinton's.

Top pollster to Republicans: don’t rush the comeback

Bill McInturff was the featured guest at Thursday’s Monitor Breakfast.

Soaring speech from Obama, plus some specifics

The Democratic nominee delivers strongest case yet against McCain campaign, prods Americans to change the direction of the country.

Obama's speech through the eyes of the media

Despite Iraq discord, world eager for U.S. diplomacy

But America may need to understand how the world has changed during the war and what different kind of leadership is now required.

Pollsters see closer-than-expected November election

McCain is competitive against either Clinton or Obama, the codirectors of an NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll say.

Pollsters see closer-than-expected November election

McCain is competitive against either Clinton or Obama, the codirectors of an NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll say.