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New McCain ad calls Obama "dishonorable"
As the campaign gets even more personal, the McCain campaign releases an ad falsely implying Obama slandered U.S. troops, and saying the Democrats are "too risky for America."
Seven agree to testify in Troopergate probe
A group of Alaska employees will stop challenging the subpoenas they were issued; Todd Palin, however, is still playing games.
Palin uses Ayers, Wright to attack Obama
Sarah Palin isn't shying away from one line of attack that John McCain had previously condemned.
Quotes of the day
Two prominent strategists see dark times ahead for the McCain campaign.
Virginia is for Obama lovers
Two new polls show Barack Obama leading John McCain by double digits in the state, which could seal the deal for Obama.
The return of Charles Keating
Barack Obama's campaign is fighting back against its opponent by bringing up a scandal from John McCain's past -- is it a smart move?
McCain: "Who is the real Barack Obama?"
The Republican nominee makes an unusually harsh attack on his rival, and says he doesn't need lessons in telling the truth from "a Chicago politician."
Ken Blackwell's warning about voter fraud
The former secretary of state of Ohio, who has a shabby record when it comes to protecting the integrity of elections, is now lecturing others.
Senate picture looks rosy for Democrats
As Republicans face an across-the-board meltdown, is a filibuster-proof majority in the cards?
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.
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.
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.
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.

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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.
Georgia gears up for Senate run-off
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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.
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