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Colin Powell endorses Obama, breaks ranks with the GOP

Oct. 20, 2008
Powell served three Republican presidents and was once seen as the party's likely presidential candidate. Some critics, including Rush Limbaugh, say race is a factor. In 1996, the political world was buzzing about the intentions of a possible presidential contender -- one who could make history.
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 (UPI) -- Former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is widely expected Sunday to denounce the personal attacks against Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama.
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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