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Hispanics Take Center Stage In 2012 Elections

CHARLOTTE, NC – New Census data indicates Latinos could play a critical role in the 2012 elections. This information comes out just as President Obama hits an all-time low with Hispanic support. And except for Texas Governor Rick Perry, Republican … Continue reading

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Obama campaign memo: Preview of a highly negative 2012?

The campaign memo, released Monday, said that Rick Perry, Mitt Romney, and the rest of the Republican field have ‘embraced policies that the American people oppose.’ CSM Related articles Obama Campaign Calls Romney a ‘Raider’ (blogs.wsj.com) New Obama campaign memo … Continue reading

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Huntsman Calls Controversy on Obama Speech ‘Nonsense’

Huntsman’s call for civility may not bode well for him in a Republican primary race, a contest where he hasn’t been able to break into the top tier. Other candidates, such as Perry and Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-MN) have been … Continue reading

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Perry’s travel, security costs will stay secret until after 2012

How much is this ever-present phalanx of state policemen costing the taxpayers of Texas? They won’t know at least until after next year’s presidential election, thanks to a provision, tucked into a school finance bill in July, that will keep … Continue reading

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Is Rick Perry electoral poison?

Rick Perry can come across like a parody of George W. Bush, has a history of inflammatory rhetoric, and in just a few days as a presidential candidate has shown a tendency for unhinged antics. All of which has prompted … Continue reading

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Michele Bachmann snubs Rick Perry at Iowa Republican dinner

Michele Bachmann has angered some Republicans in Iowa by snubbing Governor Rick Perry of Texas, her new White House rival, at a party dinner, insisting on her own lighting and entering the hall “like she was Madonna”. Telegraph UK Related … Continue reading

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Is Rick Perry really the Republican who can win in 2012?

From the opening of Perry’s address, a tribute to Navy SEALs who died in Afghanistan last week, he projected confident, telegenic authenticity. His opening note wasn’t mere red meat for the base. It was bigger than that, and, critically, it … Continue reading

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Why Rick Perry should run for president

After Gov. Rick Perry was interviewed on Fox News Wednesday, a republican activist said, “You need to understand the basis of government to run a much larger government,” and she is exactly right. Perry’s experience as this country’s longest-serving governor … Continue reading

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Texas gov. Rick Perry says he’ll consider 2012 run

Texas Gov. Rick Perry on Friday pushed open the door to a possible presidential run in 2012, saying he’ll consider mounting a national campaign. KXAN Related articles Rick Perry for president in 2012? (politico.com) Perry, Huntsman meet for dinner in … Continue reading

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Three Republicans To Watch In 2012

Rick Perry, still relatively unknown nationally for someone who governed Texas for the last 10 years, and Newt Gingrich, the former speaker of the House, delivered presidential candidate-esque speeches on the first two days of the conference. With delegates from … Continue reading

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