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Report: Bill Clinton to speak at convention

The decision is apparently intended to defuse talk of tension between the Clinton and Obama camps.

Cohen beats Tinker after nasty primary battle

Nikki Tinker had turned the race so ugly that even Barack Obama had to step in, but incumbent Rep. Steve Cohen held on for a big victory.

Cheney to speak at Republican convention after all

The announcement comes after rumors that the unpopular vice president wouldn't even attend.

Suskind releases interview transcript

In the transcript, a former official talks about the CIA's being ordered to forge evidence, and says he thinks the order came from Cheney's office.

Quote of the day

Apparently, Barack Obama is even more inspiring than we'd realized.

Edwards admits to affair

The former senator tells ABC News he lied when he denied reports of a relationship with Rielle Hunter, but says he is not the father of a rumored "love child."

What's next for Edwards?

The former candidate's admission of an affair puts his political future, and a potential speaking slot at this year's convention, in jeopardy.

Edwards: "Being 99 percent honest is no longer enough"

In a statement, John Edwards discusses his affair, saying it "is inadequate to say to the people who believed in me that I am sorry."

The National Enquirer responds

The paper, which broke the story of John Edwards' affair, is definitely taking the moment to gloat.

Edwards finance chair paid Hunter expenses

Fred Baron told a local paper Friday that, without Edwards' knowledge, he paid for Rielle Hunter to move out of North Carolina.

After these messages, we'll be right back

I'm heading off on vacation, but don't worry -- War Room will still be here.

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