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Posts on Thursday, August 7, 2008

McCain ads hurting Obama?

A top advisor to Obama, and a former McCain advisor who quit rather than work against Obama, say the McCain camp's strategy is working.

Quote of the day

This time, harsh criticism of Karl Rove's latest column is coming from the right.

Judge OKs protest zones for Dem convention

Advocacy groups and the ACLU challenged plans to keep protesters far away, but a federal judge says the security measures are constitutional.

87 percent of Fox News viewers plan to vote McCain

A new poll shows a connection between the network voters watch and the candidate they favor.

Obama weighs in on ugly Dem primary

Challenger Nikki Tinker has run nasty attacks on her fellow Democrat, and Obama has condemned them.

Hamdan sentenced to 5 1/2 years

Prosecutors had sought at least 30 years for bin Laden's former driver; instead, he'll be eligible for release in six months.

ExxonMcCain '08? Maybe not

John McCain has taken in more money from the oil industry generally, but Barack Obama's leading in contributions from Exxon employees.

Currently in War Room

Chris Matthews on Senate rumors: "Absolutely not true"

The host of "Hardball" denies that he's staffing up for a campaign; former Clinton spokesman says Matthews should quit TV if he's planning to run.

Tuesday, Dec 2, 2008 02:20 EST

Conservatives band together against nonexistent threat

A prominent right-wing media watchdog announces the formation of a group dedicated to fighting against the Fairness Doctrine.

Tuesday, Dec 2, 2008 01:40 EST

Georgia gears up for Senate run-off

With celebrity campaigners working on both sides, incumbent Saxby Chambliss clings to a lead over his Democratic challenger.

Monday, Dec 1, 2008 23:55 EST

Clinton not resigning just yet

Hillary Clinton won't leave the Senate until she's confirmed as secretary of state; meanwhile, the man responsible for choosing her successor isn't talking.

Monday, Dec 1, 2008 22:25 EST