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Fearing the Worst, Republican Officials Hope for Stability From McCain

Oct. 11, 2008
Republican leaders said that they were worried that Senator John McCain was heading for defeat unless he settled on a clear message to counter Senator Barack Obama.
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 (UPI) -- Gains that the Republican Party had made among Hispanics in recent U.S. elections were reversed this year, analysts said.

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Obama supports keeping Lieberman in caucus

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11 (UPI) -- U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman, who supported the Republican presidential ticket, should remain in the Democratic caucus, President-elect Barack Obama said.

Analysts: McCain doomed from start

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 6 (UPI) -- Connecticut Independent Sen. Joe Lieberman can keep his chairmanship for the time being, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said Thursday.
Powell not interested in post with Obama

Powell not interested in post with Obama

HONG KONG, Nov. 5 (UPI) -- Former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell says he isn't interested in serving in President-elect Barack Obama's administration if asked.
Bush congratulates Obama, U.S. voters

Bush congratulates Obama, U.S. voters

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Oprah elated over Obama win

Oprah elated over Obama win

CHICAGO, Nov. 5 (UPI) -- Media titan Oprah Winfrey says she's thrilled Democrat Barack Obama has been voted the next President of the United States.
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President Obama awards the Presidential Medal of Freedom in Washington
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President Barack Obama awards the the Presidential Medal of Freedom to singer/songwriter Bob Dylan during a ceremony in the East Room at the White House in Washington on May 29, 2012. The Medal of Freedom is our NationÕs highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. UPI/Kevin Dietsch