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Headlines from October 20th, 2007

Clinton Downplays Frontrunner Status in Iowa

Tells voters Saturday: “I like to feel as though I’m running 10 or 20 points behind and try to reach out and earn the support of as many Iowans as possible.” Des Moines Register, 12:10 PM  

Clinton Camp Returned $7,000 to Chinatown Donors

Following Friday LA Times article, campaign tells the New York Times they returned money after event.   HALPERIN'S TAKE: Difference in press coverage of Clinton and Obama...

Sunday New York Times Fascinating Look at Howard Dean

The disciplined party chairman who never looked "presidential." New York Times, 11:20 AM  

Republicans Behind Democrats on Iowa Time

Candidate visits dropped off after Ames straw poll. Mason City Globe Gazette, 10:26 AM  

Romney Nabs Pro-Life Movement Founder's Backing

Dr. John Willke announces endorsement Saturday, slams other GOP candidates' records. Plus: Biden gets Iowa paper and Dodd gets former NH Democratic chair George Bruno, a key supporter to Bill Clinton in '92.

Colbert's Fake Candidacy Brings in Cash for SC

The Comedy Central star has raised $13,000 for South Carolina schools since he announced his "run" for the White House. The State, 9:10 AM  

Wash Times: Giuliani Nomination Strategy Risky

Front-page story says Florida/Feb. 5 focus could be faulty. Washington Times, 5:49 AM  

Friday at Values Voter

McCain, Thompson and Romney stressed their conservative credentials to woo the crowd, and the GOP top tier mudslinging continued. Read The Page's coverage of Friday's summit here.

Michigan Headed for Caucuses?

Michigan GOP chair said Friday the state might repeal the Jan. 15 law and have caucuses instead -- something he said the Edwards camp is quietly advocating. NH Union Leader, 1:13 AM  

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