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Election 101: Ten facts about Jon Huntsman and his presidential campaign
Jon Huntsman, President Obama's former China ambassador declared his candidacy for the presidency. Dubbed “the Republican Democrats fear most,” the handsome, cerebral former governor of Utah often draws comparisons to Mr. Obama. Will that be an asset or a handicap?
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Election 101: Tim Pawlenty as 'everyman's' candidate? Ten points about who he is.
The former governor declared his candidacy for president May 22, and is hoping his foes’ flaws are his ticket to victory.
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Gallery: Will these Republicans run in 2012?
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Could Rick Santorum put Newt Gingrich in the rearview mirror Tuesday?
With signs that Newt Gingrich is fading, Tuesday's three caucuses could help Rick Santorum woo anti-Romney conservatives. But many challenges lie ahead.
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Will Minnesota and Colorado give new life to Rick Santorum?
Rick Santorum leads the polls in Minnesota and is second in Colorado. Can Santorum win over conservatives from Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney?
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Why Mitt Romney is beating up on Rick Santorum
Mitt Romney and his allies are attacking Rick Santorum on the eve of three primary contests that are expected to be low-turnout – a situation that could play to Santorum's strength.
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Departing Jon Huntsman decries 'toxic' GOP campaign
Jon Huntsman Monday dropped out of the Republican presidential race, which he said 'has degenerated into an onslaught of negative attacks.' He endorsed Mitt Romney, although that's unlikely to have much impact on the campaign.
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The Vote
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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The Vote
Where is Herman Cain's campaign money coming from?
Mitt Romney is collecting from Wall Street. Rick Perry is getting moolah from the oil and gas industry. It's harder to tell much about the donor base of Herman Cain, who is fifth in the GOP fundraising race.
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Herman Cain: The Koch Brothers, 999 origins, and drunk-driving laws
Herman Cain gets media scrutiny in five areas, including his ties to the Koch Brothers, who wrote 999, and Herman Cain's support for looser drunk-driving laws.
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Mitt Romney to get Chris Christie and his donors
Chris Christie is ready to back Mitt Romney, reports Fox News. Christie's financial donors have already shifted to Romney.
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GOP Debate: Three keys to tonight's debate
What do the presidential candidates need to do in tonight's Tea Party Express/CNN GOP debate?
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How many governors have endorsed Rick Perry? Zero.
Who's endorsing Rick Perry? Mitt Romney has two governors, and 13 members of Congress, notes DCDecoder. Rick Perry has endorsements from nine members of Congress. Does it matter?
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The Vote
Is Michele Bachmann's campaign in danger?
Her campaign manager, Ed Rollins, and deputy campaign manager, David Polyansky, moved on to other duties over the weekend. Is presidential hopeful Michele Bachmann the new Newt Gingrich?
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George Pataki isn't 11th GOP presidential candidate, after all
Former New York Gov. George Pataki has reportedly decided not to enter the crowded field of GOP presidential hopefuls. It's hard to see where he could have carved out some turf, say analysts.
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Will Sarah Palin still enter the GOP race? Rudy Giuliani or Chris Christie?
Speculation has accelerated in the past week. New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and Rep. Paul Ryan of Wisconsin have gotten the most buzz, but Rudy Giuliani and Sarah Palin get honorable mentions.
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Chapter & Verse
Rick Perry's "Fed Up!" may actually win him some votes
Unlike the bulk of campaign books, Rick Perry's "Fed Up!" has something to say – and is winning some praise in the press.
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Can Rick Perry maintain his good ties with Muslims as a GOP candidate?
As governor of Texas, Rick Perry has a long record of warm relations with Muslims. Could that be a liability in a GOP presidential field in which several candidates question US Muslims' loyalty?
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Michele Bachmann defends credentials to be US president
Her chief GOP competitors – Mitt Romney and Rick Perry – have executive experience as governors. Michele Bachmann, coming off her win in the Iowa straw poll Saturday, says 'principles' and fighting for them are what matter.
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Pawlenty exits GOP race; leaves Romney, Perry, Bachmann to duke it out
Tim Pawlenty bows out of GOP presidential race after Iowa straw poll. Winner Michele Bachmann and newcomer Rick Perry are expected to vie for favor of social conservatives, but Perry could also take support from Mitt Romney.
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Michele Bachmann wins Iowa straw poll, edging out Ron Paul
Rep. Michele Bachmann took 29 percent of the votes in the Iowa straw poll on Saturday, topping the field of GOP presidential hopefuls. Rep. Ron Paul came in second and Tim Pawlenty a distant third.
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Forget about votes at the straw poll. Who had the best food?
From 'beef sundaes' to homemade peach preserves, Republican candidates dish it up as they vie for support. But Iowans are casting ballots based more on their minds than their taste buds.
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Invisible presence at GOP debate in Iowa: Rick Perry
Eight candidates sparred at the GOP debate in Ames, Iowa, Thursday night. Though Texas Gov. Rick Perry wasn't one of them, his imminent entry into the presidential race changes everything.
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Rick Perry poll numbers give big edge over GOP field
Rick Perry isn't a Republican presidential candidate – yet. But on the eve of the Iowa debate, Texas Gov. Perry's name recognition numbers are high.
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Next, Iowa straw poll: Why it matters to GOP presidential candidates
Six candidates are actively competing in the Iowa straw poll on Saturday. Those who fare poorly may find that fundraising dries up. Those who do well may see an infusion of campaign cash.
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Rick Perry, on eve of likely presidential run, gambles with big faith rally
Texas Gov. Rick Perry, who is weigning a presidential run, is headlining 'The Response: A Call to Prayer for a Nation in Crisis.' The evangelical event could help him in GOP primaries but make voters in a general election nervous.
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Is Tim Pawlenty turning Michele Bachmann's health into political fodder?
After news emerged that Michele Bachmann seeks occasional treatment for migraines, most candidates left the issue alone. Now Tim Pawlenty is implying it may limit her ability to serve.
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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?
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