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Headlines from March 7th, 2008
Scotsman Reporter Speaks Out on Power Interview
On MSNBC's "Hardball," Scottish journalist Gerri Peev gives context on her conversation with former Obama foreign policy adviser and TIME contributor Samantha Power. Watch clip above. On "Tucker," Peev sort of trashes American reporters. Permalink
Carville: Let's Have Clinton, Obama Pay for Florida, Michigan Redo
On CNN's "The Situation Room," Clinton backer pledges to put up $15 mil from the Clinton campaign, suggests Obama should do the same so state can have June 7 contests. Read transcript of remarks here. Permalink
Obama: Don't Let Clinton Confuse You on My Iraq Stance
Addresses Clinton’s remarks on his Iraq withdrawal plan at Casper, Wyoming town hall. “I have been against it in 2002, 2003, 2004, 5, 6, 7, 8 and I will bring this war to an end in 2009.” Read remarks here. Permalink
Clinton Downplays Remark on Women in Mississippi
Addresses comments she made in October suggesting the state was a backward place for women's progress in Hattiesburg Friday. "There's a lot of strong women from both those states...." Permalink
McCain Separates Himself from Hagee's Anti-Catholic Remarks
Uses strongest language yet against controversial televangelist John Hagee, who endorsed McCain Feb. 27. Says in AP interview: "We've had a dignified campaign, and I repudiate any comments that are made, including Pastor Hagee's, if they are anti-Catholic or offensive to Catholics." Hagee has referred to the Catholic Church as "the great whore" and called it a "false cult system." Permalink
Philadelphia Democratic Leaders Postpone Endorsement
Ward leaders want to hear personally from the candidates before backing a contender. Held private meetings Friday with Bill Clinton and Rep. Patrick Murphy, an Obama supporter. Plus: Both candidates expected at April 14 Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner. Permalink
Obama on Adviser Flaps: I Wasn't Being "Drawn Into a Knife Fight"
Brushes off two controversies with advisers in recent weeks while he stops to shake hands, grab a burger at diner in Casper, Wyoming. Was surprised to find his tab had been picked up by an AP shooter. Read full pool report here. Permalink
Clinton Campaign Hits Power-Iraq Flap
Clinton spokesman Wolfson calls former adviser Power's comments on Iraq "troubling and extraordinary." Listen to media conference call. Former State Dept. official James Rubin: In Obama campaign "it’s amateur hour on making foreign policy.” Meanwhile, campaign manager Plouffe says Obama has been "crystal clear" on the issue. Watch Power's BBC interview online here. Permalink
B. Clinton Sells His Wife in Pennsylvania
On the stump, the former president courts local Media voters, explains why he's not just behind her because she's his wife. Watch clip above. Permalink
Obama Campaign Raises Clinton's Tax Returns, White House Papers
On media call, Obama's David Plouffe goes after Clinton on variety of topics, questioning her transparency with American people. "Every time she has the option to choose secrecy over openness, she chooses secrecy." Call also touches on Power resigning, Iraq, Florida and Michigan delegates. Listen to full audio here. Permalink
Clinton: Power Remark Raises "Disturbing Questions" About Obama Camp
Says in response: "I think Senator Obama did the right thing but I think it is important to look at what she and his other advisers say behind closed doors...." Obama adviser and TIME contributor Samantha Power resigns after controversial remarks calling Clinton a "monster." Also: --Read her resignation statement here. --Listen to conference call with outraged Clinton supporters before her resignation. --Read Clinton fundraising message citing the incident. --Read New York magazine on the meaning of "Monstergate" for the Obama campaign. Permalink
McCain Gets Testy with NY Times Reporter
Gets agitated with Elisabeth Bumiller over a reported 2004 meeting with John Kerry. Speaks forcefully without raising his voice. Click above for video. Read Bumiller's take here. Permalink
Clinton, Obama to Take the Weekend Off
Despite caucuses Saturday in Wyoming, neither Democratic contender has any public events scheduled for the weekend. Obama is expected to be at home in Chicago while Clinton spends time in D.C. Permalink
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Clinton Again Raises "Dream Ticket" Scenario
On the trail in Mississippi, says "I've had people say, 'Well I wish I could vote for both of you. Well, that might be possible some day." Plus: Clinton-backer Pennsylvania Gov. Rendell says eventual nominee should offer loser the veep slot, and the loser should take it. Permalink
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