President Obama and Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney meet this evening for the last of their three debates before the Nov. 6 election. The focus is on foreign policy.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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One More Time: Here’s Where To Get Debate ‘Fact Checks’
While President Obama and Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney are debating tonight in Boca Raton, Fla., the fact checkers at news outlets and independent organizations will again be busy. Here’s where to read the analyses.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Can U.S. Still Lead In Economic And ‘Soft’ Power?
When the presidential candidates hold their final debate Monday night, this one on foreign policy, they’ll likely be asked to define their vision of America’s role in the world. As the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan wind down, that role may shift back to economic and cultural leadership, scholars say.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Five Debate-Worthy Facts About China
Last week’s debate was ostensibly about domestic issues, but that didn’t stop China from being mentioned numerous times. Tonight’s debate, focused on foreign policy, is sure to see relations with Beijing get airplay.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
On The Trail In Iowa, The ‘Death Tax’ Gets New Life
Republican candidates from presidential nominee Mitt Romney on down the ticket have been attacking the estate tax as harmful to family farmers who want to pass on land to their children.
Foreign Policy Debate: Rhetoric Vs. Reality
As the presidential candidates prepare for Monday night’s foreign policy debate, they’ll probably think about Iran, Israeli-Palestinian talks and China. Each case would require a balance of alliance-building and tough talk. But how much of what the candidates say will they actually pursue if elected?» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Little-Known Florida School Hopes For Presidential Debate Bump
Lynn University in Boca Raton, Fla., hosts the third and final presidential debate Monday. In the year since Lynn snagged the debate, its 2,000 students have watched a quiet campus turn into a hotbed of activity.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Both Obama, Romney On Track To Spend $1 Billion By Election Day
President Obama and the Democratic Party’s grand total is just north of $900 million dollars for the current cycle, while Mitt Romney and the Republicans topped $800 million.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Obama, Romney On Track To Spend $1B By Election Day
President Obama and the Democratic Party’s grand total is just north of $900 million dollars for the current cycle, while Mitt Romney and the Republicans topped $800 million. The numbers don’t include dollars raised and spent by superPACs or from tax-exempt groups.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
The Undecided Voter: Just Like The Unicorn?
Not knowing whom you’re voting for may just mean you haven’t had time to think about it yet. Regardless, one political scientist says, the power of the undecided voter might be a myth, too.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us