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Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin (R) and her husband Todd (L) sign autographs for campaign supporters after being named Republican presumptive presidential nominee Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) running mate during a campaign stop in Dayton, Ohio on August 29, 2008. (UPI Photo/John Sommers II) | Slideshow
   
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    Palin may steal Obama's bounce
    Sen. John McCain continues to confound his critics: His announcement Friday of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate was an exceptionally bold... | Read More
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    Palin may steal Obama's bounce
    Palin may steal Obama's bounce
    WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 (UPI) --
    Sen. John McCain continues to confound his critics: His announcement Friday of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate was an exceptionally bold move that carries some risks but promises a powerful payoff if it works out.
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