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For Democrats, Arizona Is 'First Test in the West'

Arizona is one of seven states holding presidential contests on Tuesday. Sen. John Kerry of Massachusetts is leading in polls there. Arizona Democrats call the race the "First Test in the West." NPR's Linda Wertheimer reports.

For Democrats, Arizona Is 'First Test in the West'

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Arizona Voters Review Democrats

Democratic Presidential candidates may have turned up in South Carolina, but they are hard to find in Arizona. The Western state also votes on Tuesday, and many Democrats there don't know whom they will support. NPR's Linda Wertheimer reports from Phoenix.

Arizona Voters Review Democrats

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Edwards, in Middle of N.H. Pack, Eyes S.C.

NPR's Linda Wertheimer from the New Hampshire campaign headquarters of Sen. John Edwards of North Carolina. Edwards is battling retired Gen. Wesley Clark for third place in New Hampshire, but he's pointing to the Feb. 3 South Carolina primary.

Edwards, in Middle of N.H. Pack, Eyes S.C.

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Dems Court N.H. 'McCain' Vote

In the lead up to Tuesday's New Hampshire primary, several of the Democratic presidential candidates heavily courted the Independents who voted for Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) four years ago. But Monday night, McCain himself appeared in the state to rally support for President Bush's re-election. NPR's Linda Wertheimer reports.

In N.H., Democrats Woo 'McCain' Vote

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Democrats Campaign Across the Granite State

On the last full day of campaigning for the New Hampshire Primary, NPR sent reporters out across the Granite State with the major candidates to spend this final day with them. First, we talk with NPR's Scott Horsley, covering the Kerry campaign. Next, NPR's Mara Liasson weighs in with her observations of how John Edwards is making out. Then we hear about Joe Lieberman's campaign from New Hampshire Public Radio's Doug MacPherson. NPR's Linda Wertheimer checks in from the Clark campaign, and we wrap up with a visit to the Dean campaign with NPR's Robert Smith.

Democrats Campaign Across the Granite State

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With Wife, Dean Hopes to Soften Image

Former Vermont governor Howard Dean works to rehabilitate his image following a screeching outburst in Iowa that's been the subject of intense mockery. Thursday night, Dean appeared on an ABC News show with his wife, Dr. Judith Steinberg Dean, in an effort to present a gentler front to the public. NPR's Linda Wertheimer reports.

With Wife, Dean Hopes to Soften Image

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Four Years Later, McCain Supporters Regroup

Four years ago, the New Hampshire primary was a high point in the presidential campaign of Sen. John McCain. He soundly defeated then-Texas Gov. George W. Bush and suddenly looked bound for the White House. But McCain stumbled in later primaries, especially in the South, and that left a bitter taste in the mouths of some of his supporters back in the Granite State. NPR's Linda Wertheimer reports.

Four Years Later, McCain Supporters Regroup

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Voters Across America Respond to Bush's Speech

In this three-part report, New Hampshire voters, military personnel in San Diego, and Atlanta college students respond to the State of the Union address. NPR's Linda Wertheimer, Eric Niiler, and NPR's Ari Shapiro report.

Voters Across America Respond to Bush's Speech

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New Hampshire Voters Try to Ignore Iowa

New Hampshire may like to make its choices among the presidential contenders, but a big bounce out of Iowa can still get the locals' attention. At a rally for Sen. John Edwards today, NPR's Linda Wertheimer encountered some longtime supporters and some new ones as well.

New Hampshire Voters Try to Ignore Iowa

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Brand-Name Recipes for the Holidays

Looking for a fast and simple way to prepare a tasty meal amid the holiday rush? NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks to a Taste of Home magazine editor about "brand-name recipes" -- dishes suggested on a can of Campbell's soup or a box of Jell-O. Read recipes for barbecue ribs and lemon meringue pie.

Brand-Name Recipes for the Holidays

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Black Voters Could Decide S. Carolina Primary

The Democratic primary in South Carolina this February will likely be decided by the state's black voters. NPR's Linda Wertheimer visited South Carolina and talked with black voters about what they think of the Democratic presidential contenders.

Black Voters Could Decide S. Carolina Primary

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