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Raw Video: Obama Meets With McCain
Once campaign rivals, President-elect Barack Obama and Sen. John McCain sat down in Chicago Monday to discuss how they can collaborate on issues facing the country.
(November 17, 2008)
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Excerpts: McCain Concession Speech
Key moments from Republican presidential nominee John McCain's concession speech from Phoenix, Ariz. after election results came in Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008.
(November 5, 2008)
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Full Speech: McCain Concedes to Obama
Republican presidential nominee John McCain's concession speech from Phoenix, Ariz. after election results came in Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008.
(November 5, 2008)
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McCain Returns to Arizona for Election Day
Republican presidential nominee John McCain returned home to Arizona on Monday to a rally on the steps of a historic courthouse.
(November 4, 2008)
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McCain Rallies Voters in Colorado
Republican John McCain asked Colorado voters to help put him over the top as he headlined an Election Day rally in the Western battleground state.
(November 4, 2008)
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Raw Video: Sen. McCain Votes in Phoenix
Sen. John McCain has made his choice for president, casting his ballot alongside his wife on Tuesday morning in Phoenix. Supporters stood outside cheering.
(November 4, 2008)
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McCain Finishes Seven-State Swing in Arizona
Sen. John McCain closed out the last full day of his more-than-10-year quest for the presidency on Monday after eight rallies in seven states, with a midnight gathering in Prescott, Ariz.
(November 4, 2008)
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McCain Calls for Stevens' Resignation
Republican presidential candidate John McCain called Tuesday for Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens to step down in the aftermath of his felony convictions in a federal corruption case, saying the longtime Republican "has broken his trust with the people."
(October 28, 2008)
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Broder Talks to N.H. Voters
The Washington Post's David Broder speaks with New Hampshire voters about the presidential campaign and reflects on 40 years of conversations with voters nationwide.
(October 24, 2008)
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Strong Showing for Early Voting in D.C.
The offices of the D.C. Board of Elections have been packed with voters casting absentee ballots for the Nov. 4th elections. Among those voting Tuesday were Joanne Simpson, 85 and her 96-year-old husband Robert Simpson.
(October 22, 2008)
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McCain Slams Obama's Economic Policy
John McCain and Sarah Palin have been jabbing back at Barack Obama on several themes today, including economic policy.
(October 22, 2008)
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McCain Seizes on Obama Remark
Republican presidential candidate John McCain dismissed the idea that he can't win the presidency if the top issue is the flagging economy.
(October 21, 2008)
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McCain: Attacks on 'Joe' Are Attacks on Bussiness
Republican presidential candidate John McCain spoke in Westerville, Ohio, Sunday where he asserted that the real winner of last week's debate was Joe the Plumber, for getting a 'real' answer from Barack Obama on his economic plan.
(October 20, 2008)
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Palin Warns New Mexico Voters About Taxes
GOP Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin told voters in Roswell, NM that Sen. John McCain would cut business taxes, double child tax deductions for families and cut capital gains taxes.
(October 20, 2008)
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McCain Rallies Supporters in Woodbridge, Va.
The Republican candidate criticizes Barack Obama's tax proposals amid concerns he might lose Virginia.
(October 18, 2008)
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McCain, Letterman Make Amends
GOP presidential candidate John McCain apologized to David Letterman for cancelling an earlier scheduled appearance on his late night TV talk show.
(October 17, 2008)
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Debate: Candidates Spar Over Campaign Jabs
During their final debate, Barack Obama and John McCain traded barbs about questionable elements within each other's campaigns, including Obama's relationship with Bill Ayers.
(October 16, 2008)
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Washington Sketch: Buzzword Bingo
The Washington Post's Dana Milbank and washingtonpost.com's Akira Hakuta sketch the final presidential debate of 2008.
(October 16, 2008)
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Final Presidential Debate: Key Points Analysis
Washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza on the most important moments from Wednesday's presidential debate between John McCain and Barack Obama.
(October 16, 2008)
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Obama Meets 'Joe the Plumber' in Ohio
Who is 'Joe the Plumber'? He is Joe Wurzelbacher, an Ohio man looking to buy a plumbing business who came to symbolize the notion of 'spreading the wealth' in Wednesday night's third and final presidential debate.
(October 16, 2008)
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Watch the Full Debate
Candidates Barack Obama (D-Ill.) and John McCain (R-Ariz.) participated in the final presidential debate before the election on Wednesday, October 15th at Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY.
(October 16, 2008)
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Debate: Difference in Candidates Tax Plans
During their third debate, both Senators John McCain and Barack Obama admitted big differences in their tax plans for the economy.
(October 16, 2008)
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McCain: Joe the Plumber Was Debate's Winner
John McCain told supporters Thursday that Joe Wurzelbacher, better known as Joe the Plumber, was the real winner of Wednesday night's debate.
(October 15, 2008)
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McCain: Not Passing Deal Would Be a 'Disaster'
Sen. John McCain, on the campaign trail in Missouri Wednesday, said that failure to pass legislation on a bailout package would turn the current financial crisis into a disaster.
(October 1, 2008)
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McCain, Palin On Critics
John McCain and Sarah Palin talk with Katie Couric about Palin's view on cross border attacks in Pakistan. Palin reacts to the criticism of some GOP members who want her to step down.
(September 30, 2008)
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McCain Responds After Bailout Defeat
McCain holds a press conference a few hours after the House of Representatives voted against the $700 billion emergency rescue package for beleaguered financial companies.
(September 29, 2008)
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McCain, Obama Debate 1 (Watch Full Video)
Presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain participated in the first of three debates on Friday, September 26th at the University of Mississippi.
(September 26, 2008)
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McCain Confident of Getting Agreement on Bailout
John McCain said Thursday that he's confident Congress and the Bush administration can reach consensus before markets open Monday on a $700 billion bailout plan to rescue financial institutions from crippling debt.
(September 25, 2008)
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CBS Exclusive: John McCain
Katie Couric speaks with John McCain about the national financial crisis and the presidential candidate says that the economy comes before partisan politics.
(September 25, 2008)
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Bush Meets McCain, Obama at White House
President Bush says his hope is that negotiators can reach an agreement 'very shortly' on a financial bailout. He commented Thursday as he joined forces on a rescue plan with Democrat Barack Obama and Republican John McCain.
(September 25, 2008)
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Palin on McCain Aide's Ties to Freddie Mac
Gov. Sarah Palin, the Republican Vice Presidential nominee, says she believes that John McCain's campaign manager had recused himself from his firm's business and any dealings it had with Freddie Mac.
(September 25, 2008)
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McCain: 'Suspend Debate for Bailout Bill'
In a statement Wednesday, Republican presidential nominee John McCain moved to delay Friday's scheduled debate to focus on the proposed economic bailout bill.
(September 24, 2008)
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McCain Holds Press Conference on Bailout Bill
In his first press conference since Aug. 13, Sen. John McCain says he is seeking five major improvements to the bailout legislation.
(September 23, 2008)
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McCain's Blunders at Michigan Press Conference
Sen. John McCain makes a blunder at his first press conference in weeks.
(September 23, 2008)
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Candidate McCain, Part 2
The presidential candidates talk about the defining experiences of their lives. Scott Pelley interviews Sen. John McCain.
(September 23, 2008)
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Candidate McCain, Part 1
In separate interviews, the two parties' presidential nominees are questioned on the big issues, including the U.S. economy, the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, energy policy and health care. Scott Pelley interviews Sen. John McCain.
(September 23, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Review: Fix Presidential Picks
The Fix presents its latest take on the state of the presidential race.
(September 22, 2008)
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McCain Slams Wall Street, Bush
Republican presidential candidate John McCain criticizes the head of the Securities and Exchange Commission and President Bush's judgment on handling the nation's financial crisis.
(September 18, 2008)
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Obama Spanish Ad: 'Dos Caras'
This Spanish-language TV ad by the Obama campaign will air in Colorado, Nevada and New Mexico. It is in response to recent Spanish-language McCain campaign ads.
(September 17, 2008)
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The Political Take
Newsweek editor Jon Meacham and washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza discuss the political topics of the week.
(September 17, 2008)
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McCain: Greed Created Wall Street's Problems
Republican presidential nominee John McCain says Wall Street's financial turmoil is the result of unchecked corporate greed.
(September 16, 2008)
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Obama, McCain On Wall Street
Despite Wall Street's woes, John McCain repeated his belief that the "fundamentals" of the economy are strong. Barack Obama described McCain as "out of touch." Dean Reynolds reports.
(September 16, 2008)
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McCain-Palin Campaign in Fairfax
The Republican presidential ticket holds its largest campaign rally ever at Van Dyck Park in Fairfax. The Post's Michael D. Shear reports.
(September 10, 2008)
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McCain, Palin Talk Reform in Ohio
Republican presidential candidate John McCain and his running mate, Alaksa Gov. Sarah Palin, campaign in swing state Ohio on Tuesday.
(September 9, 2008)
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McCain Grabs Obama's 'Change'
As John McCain and conservative running mate Sarah Palin campaign across the nation, Barack Obama has mocked the GOP contender's new position on reform. Chip Reid reports.
(September 8, 2008)
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McCain, Palin Campaign in Missouri
Republican presidential nominee John McCain campaigned in Missouri, where he promised to bring change to Washington. McCain was joined by his running mate, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin.
(September 8, 2008)
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Republican Convention Wrap -- Thursday
Howard Kurtz and Chris Cillizza discuss the highlights of Sen. John McCain's acceptance speech to conclude the Republican National Convention thursday night in St. Paul, Minn.
(September 5, 2008)
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Raw Video: Protests Interrupt McCain Speech
Demonstrators briefly interrupted Sen. John McCain as he accepted the Republican Party's presidential nomination in St. Paul, Minnesota Thursday night.
(September 5, 2008)
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Raw Video: McCain Prepares for RNC Speech
Sen. John McCain previews the stage at the Republican National Convention on Thursday afternoon ahead of his acceptance speech.
(September 4, 2008)
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McCain Spokesman Defends Palin, Previews McCain Speech
McCain campaign spokesman Tucker Bounds talks to Chris Cillizza and Jonathan Capehart about Gov. Palin's speech, privacy, and Sen. McCain's speech Thursday from the Republican National Convention.
(September 4, 2008)
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Pawlenty Stresses 'Country First'
Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty (R-Minn.) hammers home the "country first" theme Thursday night at the Republican National Convention.
(September 4, 2008)
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Romney Still Thinks McCain's Out of Touch with GOP
Former Gov. Mitt Romney spoke with The Washington Post Thursday, defending his statements that McCain is 'out of touch with the conservative mainstream' despite supporting him for the Republican presidential nominee.
(September 4, 2008)
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Gibbs on Religious Values
Former Redskins head coach and Hall of Famer Joe Gibbs hopes that the election of Sen. John McCain will lead the country to a "spiritual revival."
(September 4, 2008)
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Ridge Asks 'Who But John McCain?'
Former Gov. Tom Ridge (R-Penn.) says that John McCain is ready to govern.
(September 4, 2008)
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Cindy McCain: 'You Can Trust His Hand at the Wheel'
Cindy McCain credits her husband, Sen. John McCain, for being the right person to steer the country through this dangerous time
(September 4, 2008)
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Ask the Delegates
Among delegates on the floor of the Republican National Convention, one message was loud and clear - supporters of McCain-Palin consider the Republican ticket one of change.
(September 4, 2008)
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Convention Wrap -- Wednesday
Post Editor Len Downie and reporters Howard Kurtz and Michael Abrowowitz discuss Gov. Sarah Palin's speech and other highlights of the third day of the Republican National Convention.
(September 4, 2008)
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Path to the Nomination: John McCain
A quick recap of how the GOP candidate earned his party's nomination.
(September 3, 2008)
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Romney Encourages Conservative Change in Washington
Former Gov. Mitt Romney (R-Mass.) offers a different take on "change" in Washington.
(September 3, 2008)
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Writing a 'Less Masculine' Speech for Palin
McCain campaign manager Rick Davis told The Post Tuesday that they had to rewrite Gov. Sarah Palin's RNC speech to make it less "masculine."
(September 3, 2008)
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Local GOP Delegates React
Members of the Maryland, Virginia and District of Columbia Republican delegations react to this week's Republican National Convention.
(September 3, 2008)
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Huckabee: 'Some Things We Don't Want to Change'
Former Gov. Mike Huckabee (R-Ark.) rallies delegates at the Republican National Convention by arguing against big government.
(September 3, 2008)
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Convention Wrap -- Tuesday
Washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza and Ben Pershing discuss the highlights of the first full day of the Republican National Convention.
(September 3, 2008)
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McCain Embraces Palin's Daughter
Sen. John McCain arrived in the Twin Cities on Wednesday as delegates to the Republican National Convention prepared to nominate him for president.
(September 3, 2008)
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Minn. State Fair: Politics and Culture Mix
Washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza visits the Minnesota State Fair and finds an increidble mix of culture and politics.
(September 2, 2008)
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Leonard Downie Jr. On Politics and Conventions
The Washington Post's executive editor recalls coverage of previous presidential campaigns and conventions.
(September 2, 2008)
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Delegates, Voters React to Palin Pregnancy
Delgates and voters are reacting to the news that the 17-year-old daughter of Gov. Sarah Palin is pregnant. Palin is known for her conservative stance on social issues.
(September 2, 2008)
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McCain Campaign Manager: 'Election Not About Issues'
In a meeting with The Post on Tuesday at the RNC, McCain campaign manager Rick Davis said the 2008 election is about a composite of veiws, not issues. Of Sarah Palin, Davis said "I think she's got the judgment to do the things as commander in chief that John McCain would think are the right things to do," but when asked for specific examples, dodged the issue.
(September 2, 2008)
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McCain Campaign Manager: 'Election Not About Issues'
In a meeting with The Post on Tuesday at the RNC, McCain campaign manager Rick Davis said the 2008 election is about a composite of veiws, not issues. Of Sarah Palin, Davis said "I think she's got the judgment to do the things as commander in chief that John McCain would think are the right things to do," but when asked for specific examples, dodged the issue.
(September 2, 2008)
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Delegates at RNC: Palin's Potential
Delegates at the Republican National Convention share their impressions of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin and consider her impact on John McCain's presidential campaign.
(September 2, 2008)
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McCain Says Vetting Process Was Thorough
Republican Presidential Hopeful John McCain says he's satisfied that Sarah Palin's background was properly checked out before the Alaska governor joined the Republican ticket.
(September 2, 2008)
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RNC Back on Track in Primetime
President Bush headlines the Republican convention tonight, but only for eight minutes. He'll speak by satellite from the White House.
(September 2, 2008)
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McCain Campaign Manager on Palin's Judgment
In a meeting with The Post Tuesday, McCain campaign manager Rick Davis said of Sarah Palin, "I think she's got the judgment to do the things as commander in chief that John McCain would think are the right things to do," but when asked for specific examples, he dodged the issue.
(September 2, 2008)
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Washington Sketch: GOP Deals with the Storm- and the Stork
The Washington Post's Dana Milbank sketches the first day of the Republican National Convention.
(September 2, 2008)
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Protestors Storm Outside RNC
In the hours leading up to the RNC, prostestors filled the front lawn of the Minnesota state capitol and marched several blocks to the convention grounds.
(September 1, 2008)
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Louisiana GOP Delegates React
Louisiana Republicans react to the McCain campaign's decision to scale back Monday's convention plans and fly delegates to and from the Gulf Coast states.
(September 1, 2008)
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Karl Rove on Republican Campaign
Republican strategist Karl Rove talks to John Meacham and Chris Cillizza about the state of the McCain campaign from the Republican National Convention Monday.
(September 1, 2008)
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McCain: 'Suspend RNC Activities Monday'
John McCain says Republicans will suspend most of the activities planned for Monday's opening of their national convention because of the threat of Hurricane Gustav. (Aug. 31)
(August 31, 2008)
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Republican Convention Preview
The Washington Post's Dan Balz and washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza discuss the impact of hurricane Gustav on the Republican convention.
(August 31, 2008)
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McCain Picks Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin
Republican presumptive presidential nominee John McCain announces that he has chosen first-term Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate.
(August 29, 2008)
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Musician Daddy Yankee Backs Sen. McCain
Does Daddy Yankee have the 'Gasolina' to fuel John McCain's presidential campaign? The reggaeton artist endorsed the Republican nominee-in-waiting during a campaign stop Monday.
(August 25, 2008)
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'I'm Hillary Clinton And I Do Not Approve That Message'
Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.) denounces John McCain's latest TV ads and insists the Democratic Party will unify.
(August 25, 2008)
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Broder Remembers: The 1956 and 1960 Democratic Conventions
Washington Post Political reporter David Broder recounts his first political convention and the convention that nominated John F. Kennedy.
(August 22, 2008)
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Obama Hits McCain on Personal Houses Question
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama campaigned in Chester, Virginia Thursday alongside Virginia Governor Tim Kaine. Obama attacked John McCain over the republicans recent comment on how many houses he owns.
(August 21, 2008)
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From Oil Platform, McCain Touts Drilling
Republican presidential candidate John McCain visited a Gulf of Mexico oil platform on Tuesday to call for increased offshore drilling he claims will lower the cost of food and heating.
(August 19, 2008)
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McCain, Obama Woo Conservative Christians
Republican John McCain used anecdotes and carefully honed campaign positions, while Democrat Barack Obama responded philosophically to questioning by one of the nation's most influential evangelical pastors.
(August 18, 2008)
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McCain Says Victory in Iraq Is Within Sight
John McCain credited the troop surge for putting victory in Iraq within sight. In a speech before the Veterans of Foreign Wars, McCain criticized rival Barack Obama for his opposition to the surge.
(August 18, 2008)
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Obama, McCain Denounce Georgia Violence
Presidential rivals John McCain and Barack Obama on Monday called for a multi-pronged diplomatic effort to force Russia to withdraw from Georgia, saying Moscow's relationship with the rest of the world depends on it backing down.
(August 11, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Preview: Of Politics and John McCain
The Fix looks at the week ahead and the vacation behind.
(August 11, 2008)
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McCain Urges Russia to Halt Action in Georgia
John McCain is calling on Russia to stop military action in Georgia and withdraw its forces. Georgian troops launched a military offensive to regain control of the breakaway republic of South Ossetia, prompting a furious response from Russia.
(August 8, 2008)
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McCain Attacks Obama on Economy and Energy
Presidential candidate John McCain criticized Barack Obama's energy and economic plans and called for an economic 'surge' to bring more jobs to America.
(August 7, 2008)
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McCain Nuke Plant Visits Highlights Energy Plan
Republican Presidential candidate John McCain toured a nuclear power plant outside Detroit. It was the first such visit in recent history by a presidential candidate.
(August 5, 2008)
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McCain Calls on Congress to Return
John McCain called on Congress Monday to return from their August recess to vote on a new energy package. McCain said he would leave the campaign trial to return to Washington, and challenged Barack Obama to do the same.
(August 4, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Preview: Veepstakes Timing
There are only 11 days left before the 2008 Summer Olympics begin in Beijing and, by the time they end 16 days later, we'll be less than 24 hours away from the start of the Democratic National Convention in Denver.
(July 28, 2008)
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McCain: Obama Still Wrong on Iraq
Republican John McCain says his Democratic rival Barack Obama is wrong on Iraq. McCain says U.S. troops will withdraw from Iraq with honor and victory.
(July 22, 2008)
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McCain Addresses NAACP
While addressing the NAACP, Sen. John McCain praised Sen. Barack Obama's historic campaign. The presumptive Republican nominee also told crowd he will give more help to students in failing schools.
(July 16, 2008)
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Jib-Jab: 'Time For Some Campaignin''
Jib-Jab's first election satire since 2004 takes aim at McCain, Obama, Bush, Clinton and the landscape of Campaign 2008.
(July 16, 2008)
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McCain: Obama's Iraq Plans Are Misguided
Sen. John McCain address a crowd in St. Louis, MO, highlighting his view that Sen. Barack Obama's plans for a timetable in the exit of U.S. forces in Iraq is misguided.
(July 15, 2008)
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McCain Touts Immigration Record
Sen. John McCain spoke to the annual convention of the National Council of La Raza Monday, telling Hispanic voters how he gained their trust by championing an immigration reform bill that nearly killed his presidential bid.
(July 14, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Preview: Staying on Message
washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza gives the rundown of what to expect this week and how the candidates need to stay on message while adapting to the news of the day.
(July 14, 2008)
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McCain Touts Immigration Record
Sen. John McCain spoke to the annual convention of the National Council of La Raza Monday, telling Hispanic voters how he gained their trust by championing an immigration reform bill that nearly killed his presidential bid.
(July 14, 2008)
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McCain: U.S. Must Secure Its Borders
John McCain says the U.S. must prove it can secure its borders before comprehensive immigration reform can be achieved. McCain spoke before the League of United Latin American Citizens.
(July 8, 2008)
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McCain Touts Plan to Create Jobs, Help Workers
Republican presidential candidate John McCain is touting his plan to help the U.S. economy. McCain is pledging to cut taxes and encourage free trade.
(July 7, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Preview: It's the Economy Stupid
Chris Cillizza gives his week in preview. He discusses how both candidates will focus on the economy after a long holiday weekend.
(July 7, 2008)
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Team McCain Shake-Up
Sen. John McCain has shaken up the top leadership of his presidential
campaign. At the helm now is one of the chief architects of the Bush
campaign. Chip Reid reports.
(July 3, 2008)
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The God Vote, with Jacques Berlinerblau
On Faith blogger Jacques Berlinerblau and Washington Post columnist E.J. Dionne discuss faith and values issues in the 2008 presidential campaign.
(July 1, 2008)
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The God Vote, with Jacques Berlinerblau
On Faith's Co-moderator Sally Quinn talks to our politics and religion blogger about John McCain, Barack Obama and Tim Russert.
(June 17, 2008)
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McCain Says U.S. Must Achieve Energy Security
Republican John McCain says the U.S. must end its dependency on foreign oil. He plans to outline specific measures in the next two weeks.
(June 17, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Preview: Vegas Edition
Chris Cillizza reports from Las Vegas on McCain's speeches in Michigan and other political events to watch for this week.
(June 16, 2008)
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Obama, McCain Reflect on Tim Russert
Senators Barack Obama and John McCain hailed Tim Russert, the moderator of NBC's 'Meet the Press' who died suddenly Friday while preparing for his weekly broadcast.
(June 13, 2008)
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McCain Steps Up Call for Town Hall Meetings
Sen. John McCain is stepping up his call for Sen. Barack Obama to join him for a series of town hall meetings. The first date proposed by McCain is Thursday, but it's unlikely Obama will attend that event.
(June 11, 2008)
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Economy, Now Front and Center in '08 Race
As democrat Barack Obama launches a two week campaign series focusing on the economy, Republican John McCain fired back today, saying Obama is bad for business and will implement large amounts of taxes
(June 10, 2008)
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Obama, McCain Lock Horns Over Economy
With the faltering U.S. economy now the most important issue to voters, Barack Obama began a two-week campaign tour, hoping to highlight the fiscal differences between himself and rival John McCain.
(June 10, 2008)
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McCain: 'Choice of Right Change, and Wrong Change'
John McCain spoke to supporters in Kenner, Louisiana Tuesday night; where he congratulated both Senators Clinton and Obama, but also said the election posed clear choices in the fall.
(June 3, 2008)
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McCain Confident While Dems Fight in Final Primaries
Presumptive Republican nominee for president, John McCain spoke to supporters in Kenner, Louisiana Tuesday night; where he congratulated both Senators Clinton and Obama, but also said the election posed clear choices in the fall.
(June 3, 2008)
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McCain Slams Obama on Iran, Iraq
In a speech before the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, John McCain slammed his potential Democratic opponent Barack Obama on his proposed policies on Iran and Israel.
(June 2, 2008)
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Obama Criticizes McCain, Bush Over Attacks
Barack Obama criticized Republican rival John McCain and President Bush for 'dishonest and divisive' attacks in hinting that the Democratic presidential candidate would appease terrorists.
(May 16, 2008)
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McCain: Obama 'Reckless' to Want Iran Meetings
Sen. John McCain attacks Sen. Barack Obama, calling his desire to have talks with dictators like Iran's leader 'reckless.'
(May 16, 2008)
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McCain: Bin Laden Will Be Dead
"CBS News RAW": Republican presidential candidate John McCain outlined his Iraq war strategy, stating that by 2013 U.S. troops will be leaving Iraq and Osama bin Laden will be captured or dead.
(May 15, 2008)
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Fix Cam: Pop Quiz
Chris Cillizza teaches how the math of recent special elections in Louisiana and Mississippi could lead to major losses by the GOP in Congress.
(May 15, 2008)
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McCain Criticizes Bush on Global Warming
Speaking on Oregon Monday, presumptive Republican presidential nominee
John McCain outlined his plan furor addressing global warming and
environmental concerns.
(May 12, 2008)
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Gas Prices Squeeze Indiana Voters
Indianapolis drivers share their thoughts on the price of gas and what the candidates can (or can not) do to ease the burden.
(May 5, 2008)
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McCain Touts Merits of Gas Tax Holiday
Sen. John McCain is touting the summer gas tax holiday he has proposed. The presumptive Republican presidential nominee says the average American would welcome even a $30 savings.
(May 5, 2008)
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McCain Makes Campaign Stop in Kentucky
Presumptive Republican Presidential Candidate John McCain visited Inez, Kentucky Wednesday. The visit by McCain comes on the heels of new polling data that shows American voters have become more concerned about the economy than about the war in Iraq. Video by AP
(April 24, 2008)
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McCain Calls Obama Comments 'Elitist'
Sen. John McCain told The Associated Press' annual meeting Monday that he found Sen. Barack Obama's comments about small town voters to be 'elitist,' and his positions 'fundamentally different from mine.' Video by AP
(April 14, 2008)
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McCain 'Falls Asleep' During Question of Age
At the American Society of Newspaper Editors (ASNE), Senator John McCain (R-Az.) answers the question about whether he's too old for the presidency.
(April 14, 2008)
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McCain Speaks at Iraq Hearings
Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) delivered an opening statement at the start of the hearings on the war in Iraq.
(April 8, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Preview: McCain's 'Service to America' Tour
Chris Cillizza on the upcoming week in politics.
(March 31, 2008)
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McCain: Collaborate More With Allies
Sen. John McCain, outlining his foreign policy positions on the heels of an overseas trip, is renewing his call for the United States to work more collegially with democratic nations and live up to its duties as a world leader
(March 26, 2008)
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McCain Addresses Housing Crisis Options
Republican John McCain said Tuesday that government isn't in the business of saving and rewarding banks or small borrowers who behave irresponsibly though he offered few immediate alternatives to fixing the growing housing crisis.
(March 25, 2008)
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McCain's Foreign Policy Gaffe
Speaking to reporters in Jordan, John McCain mistakenly referred to Iranian extremists as al-Qaeda terrorists. McCain recanted after being corrected by Sen. Joseph Lieberman.
(March 18, 2008)
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Bush Endorses John McCain
President Bush endorsed Republican nominee-in-waiting John McCain on Wednesday, two bitter rivals from the 2000 presidential race joining together now in hopes of preventing Democrats from winning the White House this fall. Video by AP
(March 5, 2008)
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McCain Accepts Nomination
Sen. John McCain addresses his supporters in Dallas, Texas on Tuesday after Gov. Mike Huckabee's withdrawal from the race.
(March 4, 2008)
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Post's Woodward on the McCain New York Times Story
The Washington Post's Bob Woodward talks to Newsweek Editor Jon Meacham about the recent New York Times story on Sen. John McCain.
(March 4, 2008)
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Obama, McCain Bicker Over Iraq
Barack Obama said he would consider returning troops to Iraq if al-Qaeda formed a base there. John McCain says he believes al-Qaeda is already there.
(February 29, 2008)
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Obama Blasts Bush, McCain on Economy
Democratic candidate Barack Obama says the economy is on the brink of a recession. And he blames economic policies pushed by President Bush and Republican presidential contender John McCain.
(February 29, 2008)
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McCain Campaign Looks Ahead to General Election
The Post's Mike Shear reports from Houston on former Secretary of State James Baker's endorsement of Sen. John McCain and how the Republican contender's campaign is beginning to focus on a possible national match up with Sen. Barack Obama.
(February 28, 2008)
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McCain Supporter Rants on "Barack Hussein Obama" at Rally
At a McCain rally in Cincinnati, radio personality Bill Cunningham disparaged Democratic candidate Barack Obama, leading John McCain to disassociate himself from his comments.
(February 26, 2008)
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PostTalk: Sarah Palin on McCain
Gov. Sarah Palin (R-Alaska) says that Sen. John McCain will receive a "tremendous amount of support" in her state and that she would definitely be interested in serving as his running mate if offered the job.
(February 25, 2008)
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PostTalk: Mark Sanford on Obama
Gov. Mark Sanford (R-S.C.) says he doesn't think Barack Obama could win South Carolina in the general election and explains his own clashes with South Carolina Republican lawmakers.
(February 25, 2008)
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PostTalk: Tim Pawlenty on McCain
The Republican governor of Minnesota tells Chris Cillizza he's a longtime supporter of John McCain.
(February 25, 2008)
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McCain Dismisses Affair Rumor
An article in the New York Times quotes unnamed former aides to Sen. John McCain who were concerned about his relationship with a lobbyist. McCain's campaign calls it a smear. Nancy Cordes reports. Video by CBSNEWS.com
(February 21, 2008)
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McCain: 'It's Not True'
"CBS NEWS RAW": GOP Sen. John McCain denies wrongdoing in response to a New York Times article suggesting he had an inappropriate relationship with a female lobbyist. Video by CBSNEWS.com
(February 21, 2008)
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Candidates Saddle Up For Texas
Sen. Hillary Clinton must win the upcoming primaries in Texas and Ohio to slow down Sen. Barack Obama's momentum. Meanwhile, John McCain takes aim at Obama.
(February 20, 2008)
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The Candidates React: McCain
After clinching the Wisconsin primary, Senator John McCain speaks to supporters in Ohio, one of the next electoral battlegrounds.
(February 19, 2008)
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Romney Endorses McCain
"CBS News RAW": Mitt Romney formally endorsed John McCain's presidential bid, saying the Arizona Senator is best-equipped to lead America in the war against global jihad.
(February 14, 2008)
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The Candidates React -- McCain
Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) addresses his supporters from Alexandria, Va. after Tuesday's Potomac primary election results filter in.
(February 12, 2008)
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Post's Balz Analyses Potomac Primary Results
Washington Post political reporter Dan Balz discusses the results and implications of Tuesday's Md., Va. and D.C. primary elections going forward.
(February 12, 2008)
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McCain Vows to Compete in Maryland
Sen. John McCain, along with former Gov. Robert Ehrlich (R-Md.), vows to compete for the presidential nomination in the traditionally democratic state of Maryland.
(February 11, 2008)
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D.C. Talk Around Town
Chip Reid tells Harry Smith President Bush is expected to sign the economic stimulus package and that conservatives booed Sen. John McCain after Mitt Romney ended his White House run.
(February 8, 2008)
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Will Republicans Skip Vote?
Jeff Greenfield tells Harry Smith that Mitt Romney's suspended campaign may not bring conservative votes to Sen. John McCain. Also, Sen. Hillary Clinton is pushing for more debates.
(February 8, 2008)
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McCain Speaks at CPAC
Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) spoke Thursday at CPAC about his solidified front-runner position in the Republican primary race after Romney's announcement to suspend his candidacy.
(February 7, 2008)
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McCain Restarts, Romney Ends at CPAC
At an annual meeting of conservatives in Washington, D.C., Mitt Romney ends his campaign, and John McCain woos attendees. The Post's Dan Balz provides analysis.
(February 7, 2008)
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Races Not Over Yet
Super Tuesday closed with no definite nominees. Jeff Greenfield and Bob Schieffer tell Katie Couric that McCain is close to getting the GOP nomination, but the Democratic race could drag on some time. Video by CBSNEWS.com
(February 6, 2008)
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The Candidates React-- McCain
Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) addresses his supporters after the Super Tuesday primary election results filter in.
(February 6, 2008)
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One-On-One With '08 Candidates
Katie Couric speaks candidly with Democratic presidential hopefuls Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, and Republican candidates Mike Huckabee, Mitt Romney, and John McCain.
(February 5, 2008)
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McCain Kicks of Super Tuesday in New York
John McCain and Rudy Giuliani stumped together Tuesday morning at a rally in New York City, kicking off a day where the Republican front-runner is expected to do well.
(February 5, 2008)
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Candidates Make Home Stretch To Super Tuesday
Karen Brown reports on the presidential candidates as they campaign on the last day before the big Super Tuesday showdown.
(February 4, 2008)
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Hoping for New Hampshire
John McCain has focused his efforts on the Granite State, after campaigning infrquently in Iowa. The Post's Juliet Eilperin reports.
(February 4, 2008)
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Schwarzenegger Endorses McCain
California is in the spotlight as Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger throws his political weight behind Arizona Senator John McCain. Karen Brown reports.
(January 31, 2008)
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McCain and Romney: Who's More Conversative?
Mitt Romney and John McCain debated each other's record at the final Republican primary debate at Ronald Reagan presidential library in Simi Valley, Calif., Wednesday night. Video by CNN
(January 30, 2008)
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Giuliani Exits Race, Endorses McCain
Rudy Giuliani bowed out of the Republican presidential contest and endorsed front-runner and longtime friend John McCain. Giuliani calls the Arizona Senator 'the most qualified candidate to be the next commander in chief of the United States.' Video by AP
(January 30, 2008)
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Candidates: Who Reagan Would Endorse
Republican candidates answered the question 'why would Ronald Reagan endorse you?' at the party's final primary debate at Ronald Reagan presidential library in Simi Vally, Calif. Wednesday night.
(January 30, 2008)
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Iraq, Terrorism, Mincing Words
Mitt Romney and John McCain sparred over their stances on the Iraq war at the final Republican primary debate at Ronald Reagan presidential library in Simi Valley, Calif. Wednesday night. Video by CNN.
(January 30, 2008)
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The Candidates React-- John McCain
Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) addresses his supporters after winning the Florida primary election.
(January 29, 2008)
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McCain Takes a Stab at Romney at Jacksonville Rally
Answering questions about the tone of the campaign in Florida, Sen. John McCain talked about the positions on the issues of former Mass. Gov. Mitt Romney. The remarks came at a small rally at the Jacksonville airport
(January 28, 2008)
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McCain Bashes Romney
The Arizona senator calls fellow candidate Mitt Romney the "liberal governor of Massachusetts" and says Romney has "two position on every issue."
(January 28, 2008)
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Post's Eilperin Talks About the McCain Campaign
The Washington Post's Juliet Eilperin talks about the final full day for the McCain Campaign in Florida.
(January 28, 2008)
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GOP Candidates Spar at Florida Debate
During a televised presidential debate Thursday night, Republican candidates had the opportunity to question each other. Each candidate was allowed to ask one question.
(January 25, 2008)
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McCain on Florida Ties
In an interview with local news station WJXT in Jacksonville, Fla., Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) discusses his ties to the state of Florida following his victory in the South Carolina primary.
(January 22, 2008)
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Post's Balz on McCain's Win in S.C.
The Washington Post's Dan Balz talks about the S.C. Primary.
(January 20, 2008)
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McCain Thanks South Carolinians for Primary Win
Republican presidential candidate Sen. John McCain thanked supporters at a rally in Charleston, S.C., telling them that for the past 28 years the winner of the state's primary has been the GOP nominee.
(January 19, 2008)
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McCain Concludes S.C. Tour Aboard USS Yorktown
The Washington Post's Juliet Eilperin describes Sen. John McCain's final campaign stop on Friday in South Carolina aboard the USS Yorktown in Charleston, S.C.
(January 19, 2008)
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McCain's Growing Coalition
John McCain rallies supporters in Columbia, S.C. The Post's David Broder notes the senator now has supporters from almost every element of the Republican Party.
(January 17, 2008)
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Primary Question: Worst Advice
Katie Couric asks the leading presidential candidates to share the worst piece of advice they have either given or received
(January 16, 2008)
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GOP Shows Support for Auto Industry at Car Show
On the eve of the Michigan primary, Republican presidential candidates voiced their support for the ailing auto industry at the North American International Auto Show.
(January 15, 2008)
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Michigan Candidates React - John McCain
Sen. John McCain makes a speech to supporters in South Carolina on his loss in the Michigan primary.
(January 15, 2008)
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McCain Eyes Big Mich. Win
Perhaps to the surprise of many, John McCain has witnessed a surge in polls, particularly in Michigan where he is appealing to middle class voters. Chip Reid reports.
(January 15, 2008)
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South Carolina Hosts GOP Debate
Highlights from the FOX News Channel presidential debate in South Carolina featuring six GOP candidates.
(January 11, 2008)
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Candidates Spar Over Economy
For now, the economy is President Bush's problem. But voters want to know what the candidates to succeed him would do about it. How do they compare? Chip Reid reports.
(January 11, 2008)
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The Candidates React - John McCain
Presidential candidate Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) addresses his supporters after the New Hampshire primary election results filter in.
(January 9, 2008)
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Post's Balz on New Hampshire Primary Surprise
The Washington Post's Dan Balz talks about the New Hampshire primary and the story of two comebacks.
(January 9, 2008)
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McCain: Straight Talk Win
Sen. John McCain easily tops GOP rivals in the N.H. primary. Harry Smith talks to McCain about his victory.
(January 9, 2008)
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PostTalk John McCain
The GOP presidential contender says he thinks he could beat potential Democratic nominee Barack Obama, and that he has no regrets about attacking Mitt Romney.
(January 6, 2008)
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Candidates Dispute Immigration Plans
Rudy Giuliani, Mitt Romney and John McCain fought over immigration policy during the Republican debate in New Hampshire, with Romney calling for tough action against illegal immigrants and charging McCain with supporting amnesty for people illegally in the country.
(January 6, 2008)
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Post's Balz and Cillizza on Saturday's Debate
The Washington Post's Dan Balz and washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza talk about the Republican and Democratic debates.
(January 6, 2008)
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Wooing Independent Voters in New Hampshire
washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza looks at Barack Obama and John McCain's campaign efforts in New Hampshire, where undecided and independent voters are an important factor in Tuesday's primary.
(January 5, 2008)
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Iowa Makes History
Harry Smith speaks with chief political correspondent Bob Schieffer about the winners and losers of this year's Iowa caucuses and what the results of the heated race means for U.S. politics.
(January 4, 2008)
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Hoping for New Hampshire
John McCain has focused his efforts on the Granite State, after campaigning infrquently in Iowa. The Post's Juliet Eilperin reports.
(January 4, 2008)
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Post's Dan Balz Talks About Impact of Iowa Caucus Results
The Washington Post's Dan Balz talks about the impact of the Iowa Caucus results.
(January 4, 2008)
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Audio: Negative Calls Before the Caucus
A voter in New Hampshire recorded two calls from people who said they were with the Romney campaign. The callers criticized Sen. John McCain on taxes and immigration.
(January 3, 2008)
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Home Stretch To Iowa
The 2008 presidential candidates are on a campaign frenzy as the race to the Iowa Caucus enters the home stretch with no clear frontrunners in either of the two parties. Drew Levinson reports.
(January 2, 2008)
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Romney Responds Angrily to McCain Ad
Traveling across Western Iowa, Mitt Romney responded angrily to the latest negative ad by rival John McCain, who uses the spot to call Romney a phony. In the comments to reporters on the bus, Romney also defended his own negative ad against Mike Huckabee, saying the allegations in it are true.
(December 29, 2007)
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McCain: Bhutto's Death "A Great Tragedy"
Arizona Sen. John McCain reacted to the assassination of former Pakistani prime minister Benazir Bhutto. McCain was campaigning at a rally in Urbandale, Iowa.
(December 27, 2007)
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Major Papers Laud McCain
GOP presidential candidate John McCain struggles to overcome the perception that he is yesterday's candidate and gets an unexpected boost from two major newspapers. Kelly Cobiella reports.
(December 17, 2007)
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GOP Hopefuls Face Off for Last Time in Iowa
With the Iowa caucus just weeks away, the Republican presidential candidates debate for one last time. While the tone was polite, a few candidates got in some zingers.
(December 12, 2007)
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AUDIO: Post Interview With John McCain
Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) speaks with reporters, editors, and columnists of The Washington Post about his campaign, his opponents, the immigration reform fight, the unpopularity of Congress, his social security proposals, and the situation in Pakistan.
(November 20, 2007)
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McCain On The Campaign
Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., talks with Bob Schieffer about how his presidential campaign is going and what he thinks of Republican candidates Mitt Romney and Rudy Giuliani.
(October 14, 2007)
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Washington Sketch: The Little Green Vote
The Washington Post's Dana Milbank sketches a press conference on the government disclosure of paranormal secrets.
(September 18, 2007)
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McCain: 'Debate of Historic Proportions"
Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.)cautioned that the choices made now will "affect the security of all our countrymen for decades to come."
(September 11, 2007)
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PostTalk Extra: Campaign 2008 Primary Plays
Washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza sits down with the Post's Dan Balz to consider the effects of the early primaries on frontrunner presidential candidates.
(August 2, 2007)
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PostTalk: Democratic Strategist Bob Shrum
Veteran Democratic consultant Bob Shrum discusses the 2008 Democratic Presidential hopefuls, responds to criticism from John and Elizabeth Edwards, and talks about past campaigns of Al Gore and John Edwards.
(June 18, 2007)
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Gov. Mark Sanford on '08 Politics
South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford (R) spoke with washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza on May 16, 2007 about 2008 GOP campaign politics, and his political future.
(May 17, 2007)
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Candidates React to Falwell Death
Republican presidential candidates spoke with reporters Tuesday afternoon in Columbia, S.C. about the death of Rev. Jerry Falwell, 73.
(May 15, 2007)
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Republican Candidates Face Off
In the first Republication presidential debate, candidates addressed the Iraq war, taxes, immigration and abortion.
(May 3, 2007)
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Back on the Bus
Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) brought the Straight Talk Express to New Hampshire on Saturday, hoping to rekindle the support that delivered him the state's 2000 primary. He spoke at town hall meetings in Milford and Lebanon, at a house party in Bow and with reporters on the bus.
(March 19, 2007)
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Firefighters' Presidential Forum
Eleven presidential hopefuls make their case to the International Association of Firefighters in Washington, D.C.
(March 15, 2007)
