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Headlines from April 3rd, 2008
Poll: 81 Percent Say U.S. On "Wrong Track"
Up from 69 percent a year ago, according to CBS/New York Times national poll. Horserace: Obama 46, Clinton 43 (unchanged from last month) Dates conducted: March 28-April 2. Error margin: 3 points. Permalink
McCain Goes "On The Record"
Talks to Greta van Susteren Thursday night about the housing market slump, homeowner frustrations. Watch clip above. Permalink
Richardson Strikes Back -- Again
"Governor Richardson has never questioned Senator Obama's electability," spokesman says in a statement. Contradicts informed source who told The Page and others it was the New Mexico Governor, in talks with both Clintons about his endorsement, who was the one to argue Obama didn't have experience necessary to beat McCain. Read full new Richardson statement here. Permalink
A Donde Va El Dinero
Obama begins to run ads on Spanish-language TV in Philadelphia Thursday. Warm-and-fuzzy spot emphasizes family values, healthcare, and more. Previously ran in Texas. "As a father, his thoughts, naturally, are focused on the future." Read script here. Must-see video (even for non-Spanish speakers)-- click above to watch. Permalink
Evening News Roundup
ABC led with the Clintons' tax records; CBS and NBC with the anniversary of Dr. King's assassination. ABC: Lead report on Clintons' tax returns noted they donated large sums to charity and paid taxes at a higher rate than Bush or Cheney; Mark Halperin wondered why they waited to release the records. Report on King anniversary quoted candidates, included a photo of Obama with the Rev. Wright. CBS: Lead report on King anniversary suggested Obama was not in Memphis to avoid being labeled "the black candidate." Report on tax returns called Clintons' post-presidential income "wildly lucrative," but said charity and tax figures do not give ammunition to critics. "Follow the Money" report looked at Pennsylvania Rep. Murtha and the $2 billion in earmarks he has brought to his district since 1992. Report did not mention his support for Clinton. NBC: Live in Memphis, Brian Williams led the broadcast with his candidate interviews on the anniversary of MLK's assassination, starting with McCain live, then taped Clinton, Obama interviews. All three reflected on King's legacy, how civil rights have progressed since then. Later, package dug into Clintons' tax returns, saying wealth came mostly from their books, B. Clinton speeches and partnership with Ron Burkle. Noted Clintons still haven't disclosed donors to Clinton library or his foundation. Permalink
Clinton's Rendell: There's 50% About Obama We Don't Know Yet
Responding to a question about Clinton's secrecy, Pennsylvania governor tells ABC News there's only about 10% of information the public doesn't know about Clinton, but estimates 50% for Obama. Also says he doesn't think Obama has been up front about his position on nuclear power, and says Clinton is better prepared to take on GOP. Permalink
Kerry Slights McCain's Military Judgment
Obama supporter tells CNN: “John McCain can run around all that he wants right now talking about his military experience. But he made the wrong judgment about Iraq, he has a foreign policy that has made us weaker.” Click above to watch. Permalink
Clinton Raises $20 Million in March
It's the second highest monthly total of her campaign. Comes after Obama camp announces he's raised more than $40 million last month with over 218,000 new donors. Read release here. NY Times: March funds bring campaign totals to $237 million for Obama, $193 million for Clinton. Permalink
Clinton Jabs Obama Over Economy
Tells reporters in California her opponent seems "timid and unenthusiastic" about addressing economic woes. Says she feels like "Paulette Revere" warning of a coming recession. Click above to watch. Permalink
Edwards Says He Wouldn't Accept Veep Slot
The '04 vice presidential pick responds with a simple "no" during a Q&A following an event in Las Vegas. Also declines to say if he would endorse Clinton or Obama. Permalink
Clinton Up With First North Carolina TV Spot
60-second ad features Clinton speaking straight to the camera as she introduces herself to North Carolinians, points them to her new state website. Watch it above. Read script here. Ad begins running statewide Friday. Campaign says Clinton will answer questions from North Carolina voters in follow-up ads in the coming weeks. Plus: Obama puts his 30-second Indiana spot where he says he'll stand up to lobbyists up on the air in Pennsylvania. Watch it here. Permalink
McCain Turns Down Secret Service Protection
The presumptive GOP nominee has not requested protection, the agency says. Clinton and Obama do receive Secret Service protection. McCain has said he will want minimal protection if he wins the presidency. Director says it costs $38,000 per day to protect a candidate, and the cost will rise. Permalink
Clinton Accepts North Carolina CBS Debate
Campaign alerts media that she is on board for the network's proposed 90-minute debate for April 27. Network says Obama accepted an earlier proposal for a North Carolina debate April 16. Debate would air from 8 to 9:30 pm ET and be moderated by CBS News’ Katie Couric and Face the Nation host Bob Schieffer. Permalink
Harkin: Bill Clinton "Ought to Chill Out a Little Bit"
Uncommitted Iowa Senator responds to B. Clinton's alleged flare-up with superdelegates in California. "I did say before he ought to chill out a little bit and from what I've seen I think he has, but again this recent thing in California, I don't know." Also jokes that Clinton-supporter Carville is "the most uncontrollable person I've ever met." Plus: Also called McCain's temper "scary" and questioned whether "flying off the handle" would affect his decision-making in the White House. Permalink
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