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Barack Obama has advantage of big bucks, a big name: Colin Powell

Oct. 20, 2008
News of the Republican's endorsement and a record $150 million raised in a month propel the Democrat as he campaigns in GOP country. Barack Obama strongly boosted his presidential prospects on Sunday, winning the coveted endorsement of former Secretary of State Colin L. Powell and ringing up a...
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McCain: Powell's endorsement no surprise

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Russian Maria Sharapova signs autographs after winning her French Open womens first round match against Romanian Alexandra Cadantu at Roland Garros in Paris on May 29, 2012. Sharapova defeated Cadantu 6-0, 6-0 to advance to the next round. UPI/David Silpa