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Headlines from October 24th, 2007
McCain: Aid Nations That Curb Terrorism
Said in Iowa Wednesday U.S. should provide substantial military and economic support for Mideast countries willing to oppose terrorism. His full prepared remarks here. Des Moines Register, 10:38 PM
Obama Says He Doesn't Need Gore's Help
In New Hampshire, Obama says Gore would play a role in his administration, but he doesn't need him to win. ------ Also says: " I don't have a lot of baggage," and "I think when Romney starts saying this stuff sometimes it may be honest mistakes, sometimes not. You don't know." Associated Press, 4:36 PM
IA's "Butter Cow Lady" Backs Obama in New Ad
Sculptor of famed Butter Cow says Obama's "for real" in new radio ad. Listen to the ad here. Analysis: Politico on Obama and the rural vote.
Albright Stumps for Clinton
Fmr Secretary of State says Wednesday night Clinton would "restore America's place in the world" if elected president. Boston Globe, 4:22 PM
Southwick Nomination Clears the Senate
Republicans fight strong Dem pressure to approve controversial judge for the 5th Circuit. The Hill Clinton, Obama, McCain, and Biden canceled campaign events for Wednesday's contentious vote. Read reaction from candidates here.
Paul Considers Spending Push
Speaking on MSNBC, he insists he's still viable despite low poll numbers. Watch video above.
Kerrey Passes on Nebraska Senate Run
Ignores Jim Croce: New York IS his home. Plus: The Fix's Chris Cillizza asks who's next Washington Post, 3:42 PM
Obama Seeking "Grassroots" Donation Bundlers
Grassroots Finance Committee asks for $1,000, promises "weekly conference calls" and other goodies. Invitation from the campaign.
Former McCain Adviser Jumps to Giuliani
Republican consultant Rob Gray is now signed on as a senior adviser for Giuliani. Boston Globe, 2:15 PM
Bush Issues Stern Warning to Cuba
Calls for end to dictatorship, speaks of "horrors still unknown to the rest of the world." Associated Press. Read his full remarks here Romney applauds Bush: "We must continue to hold back normal economic ties and political recognition...." Read full statement here
Tancredo Offers Wager to Romney on World Series
"If the Rockies lose, Tancredo will drop out of the Presidential race," said spokesman Alan Moore. But if. . . IF the Red Sox lose, Moore went on, "Romney would have to agree that he'd drop out." ABC News, 1:40 PM
Former GE CEO Split Between Romney, Giuliani
Jack Welch tells CNBC he's given money to both, but he thinks Giuliani's more electable in the general election. Watch video above.
Thompson Downplays Staff Departures
He says it's not up to him to know what's going on at every level of his presidential campaign. Associated Press, 1:14 PM
Thompson May Skip New Hampshire
A source tells The Hill that he's not planning to file there "personally, sending a surrogate instead." Plus: Conservative leader in Fla. takes heat for inviting Thompson to fundraiser. "He is not participating as a candidate...."
LA Times/Bloomberg National Poll
GOP: Giuliani 32%, Thompson 15%, McCain 13%, Romney 11%, Huckabee 7% Democrats: Clinton 48%, Obama 17%, Edwards 13% Los Angeles Times, 12:47 PM
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