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Under Pressure After Debate, Bush Insists He's Not Dead Yet

After struggling at the GOP presidential debate, Jeb Bush took his case straight to New Hampshire, where he addressed a crowd outside Geno's Chowder and Sandwich Shop in Portsmouth, N.H. Charles Krupa/AP hide caption

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Under Pressure After Debate, Bush Insists He's Not Dead Yet

Jeb Bush's debate performance raised more questions than answers about his candidacy. Bush still has some advantages, notably money, but he needs to start showing some strength in New Hampshire.

Under Pressure After Debate, Bush Insists He's Not Dead Yet

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Donald Trump Begs, Pleads With Iowans To Vote For Him

At an event in Sioux City Tuesday night, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump expressed astonishment that he is now trailing Ben Carson in Iowa. Nati Harnik/AP hide caption

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Donald Trump Begs, Pleads With Iowans To Vote For Him

The billionaire real estate mogul has seen his numbers slip in the state that holds the first presidential nominating contest, and he let the crowd know about his displeasure Tuesday night.

Donald Trump Begs, Pleads With Iowans To Vote For Him

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West Virginia Tells The Story Of America's Shifting Political Climate

Standing next to the Coal Miner's Statue at the West Virginia Capitol in Charleston on Wednesday, James Bennett rallied alongside other speakers who criticized President Obama's proposed environmental rules that would limit carbon emissions from coal-fired power plants. The rally coincided with president's visit to the state capital to talk about drug abuse. John Raby/AP hide caption

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West Virginia Tells The Story Of America's Shifting Political Climate

There are few places where Obama is less liked than West Virginia. But for decades, Democrats could count on the state's voters in presidential contests, with only rare exceptions.

West Virginia Tells The Story Of America's Shifting Political Climate

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Clinton Scores Key Endorsement From Public-Employee Union

Hillary Clinton addresses the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, or AFSCME, during its National Leadership Conference in 2007. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images hide caption

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Clinton Scores Key Endorsement From Public-Employee Union

The AFSCME union's backing comes as many labor groups are still waiting to endorse a presidential candidate — and as Clinton is seeing the best stretch of her campaign.

Iowa Republicans Don't Think Jeb Is Bush Enough

Republican presidential candidate and former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush talks to voters at the Scott County Republican Party's Ronald Reagan Dinner on Tuesday in Bettendorf, Iowa. Charlie Neibergall/AP hide caption

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Iowa Republicans Don't Think Jeb Is Bush Enough

The former Florida governor has a household name, but the candidate knows he needs to introduce himself. "I've gotta tell the Jeb story," he said, "I've got to say who I am. I've gotta show my heart."

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Jeb Bush Struggles To Rebrand His Household Name As Iowa Approaches

Jeb Bush entered the 2016 presidential race as the presumed frontrunner for the GOP nomination. But it's been a long time since that description has fit his campaign. In the first states to vote — less than four months from now — he's fallen to the middle of the pack and political outsiders Donald Trump, Ben Carson and Carly Fiorina have risen.

Jeb Bush Struggles To Rebrand His Household Name As Iowa Approaches

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Romney Calls GOP Tone 'Unfortunate,' Trump Foreign Policy 'Absurd'

Former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney spoke at the Washington Ideas Forum with James Bennet of The Atlantic on Wednesday. Win McNamee/Getty Images hide caption

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Romney Calls GOP Tone 'Unfortunate,' Trump Foreign Policy 'Absurd'

The 2012 Republican standard-bearer says the GOP risks losing the race for the White House because of the candidates' rhetoric in the primary.

"I don't think that's going to be Donald Trump"

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Hot Topics At Values Voter Summit: Boehner, Trump, Kim Davis

Religious conservatives gathered in Washington, D.C., for the annual Values Voter Summit, where they heard from several Republican presidential candidates and celebrated Rowan County Clerk Kim Davis.

Hot Topics At Values Voter Summit: Boehner, Trump, Kim Davis

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Conservatives Rally Support, And Cheer Boehner's Exit, At Summit

Several GOP presidential candidates are speaking at the Values Voter Summit, where Kim Davis, the Kentucky county clerk who refused to issue same-sex marriage licenses, will be honored.

Conservatives Rally Support, And Cheer Boehner's Exit, At Summit

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Reaction From Values Voter Summit Amid News Of Boehner's Resignation

Speaker John Boehner said he is resigning from Congress while Washington is hosting a conference of religious conservatives. Renee Montagne speaks with NPR's Don Gonyea at the Values Voter Summit.

Reaction From Values Voter Summit Amid News Of Boehner's Resignation

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After Pope's Speech To Congress, Praise From Both Sides Of The Aisle

Pope Francis' message to Congress had something for everyone: climate change, immigration, abortion and the deep political divide in Washington. Both Democratic and Republican lawmakers reacted with admiration.

After Pope's Speech To Congress, Praise From Both Sides Of The Aisle

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Before Crowd Of Thousands, Pope Delivers Remarks On White House Lawn

NPR's Don Gonyea discusses the relationship between popes and presidents with Renee Montagne. They also have the latest news on Pope Francis' remarks at the White House on Wednesday.

Before Crowd Of Thousands, Pope Delivers Remarks On White House Lawn

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The Complicated History Of Popes And U.S. Presidents

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The Complicated History Of Popes And U.S. Presidents

Pope Francis' visit to Washington marks the 29th time a pope has sat down for a meeting with a president of the United States. As usual, politics will provide the backdrop.

The Complicated History Of Popes And U.S. Presidents

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Pope Francis' Inclusive Tone Speaks To Hot Button U.S. Political Issues

Pope Francis has deliberately worked to change the tone of the Catholic church on social positions, climate change, economics and migrant issues in a way that electrified Catholics and non-Catholics.

Pope Francis' Inclusive Tone Speaks To Hot Button U.S. Political Issues

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