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Headlines from November 25th, 2007
Romney Attempts to Defuse Crisis by Calling for Judge's Resignation
Critics, rivals call case of released violent criminal Romney's "Willie Horton." New question raised about Romney campaign account of recent events. A pair of Boston Herald tough anti-Romney op-eds keeps up paper's fascinating fascination with the case. Permalink
ON THE SUNDAY SHOWS:
Fox News Sunday: Feisty Thompson unveils tax plan (see Policy Corner), defends his opposition to a human life amendment, criticizes Huckabee on a range of issues, says Giuliani "has not five minutes of experience with regard to" national security matters, and slams Fox for negative "mantra" about his campaign. This Week: McCain makes no news, passes up chances to criticize GOP opponents by name, says Iraq policy is working, warns not to underestimate Clinton or Obama as general election candidates. This Week: Richardson touts diplomatic, executive experience. Calls for end to "backbiting" and "mudslinging" among Dems, says race continues to be "wide open." Late Edition: Huckabee denies being "a liberal," says Romney's stances on abortion, gun control, Reagan have been "all over the board." Says America is now "enslaved to Saudi oil." Defends illegal immigrant tuition plan. Meet the Press: James Carville, Mary Matalin, Mike Murphy, Bob Shrum C-SPAN: Began extraordinary week of presidential campaign coverage with Mark Halperin on the candidates on "Road to the White House." See complete schedule here. Permalink
Giuliani Gets Voter-Friendly in NH
Steps up face-to-face events as race tightens. Fans include parents of 9-year-old Giuliana-- they say she "doesn't take any crap," like her namesake. Permalink
Clinton Hedges on Rupert Mudoch
At Iowa townhall, says media consolidation is bad, but goes out of her way to avoid condemning Murdoch. Also covered: China, guns, and space. Permalink
More Iowans Drowning in Debt
"Wild" times for credit counselors as consumer debt spikes. Which candidate will offer the best life raft? Permalink
"Do You Really Want Bill Clinton Back in the White House?"
That is the question Donna Brazile says will decide Dem nomination, as former POTUS makes fourth Iowa trip for his wife this week. Permalink
Caucuses Pay Off for Iowa
Congress showers state with goodies-- indoor rain forest, $2 billion in ethanol subsidies, etc. "There are sacrosanct Iowa-oriented policies . . . because of presidential politics." Permalink
Huckabee Impressed From the Start
"Everybody just liked being around him." Surprised many with move to politics after years as successful preacher and TV host. Plus: Tells Roger Simon he offers "authenticity." Permalink
Romney's Biggest Donors Far From Urban
While most candidates find their greatest support in New York or Chicago, Romney's top ZIP code is Provo, Utah. Permalink
Hey, It's Your Friend Michelle Obama
More campaigns using casual subject lines, other spam e-mail tactics to get attention, donations. "It looked like I e-mailed Michelle first or something." Permalink
It's All in the Family for Young Campaigners
Thompson's daughter woos crowds on the campaign trail with her answer to a question about her father's middle name, while Romney's grandson practices hand-shaking and "Hi!" skills. Permalink
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