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

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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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Slumping Badly In Polls, Scott Walker Quits GOP Race

The Republican presidential field is now smaller by one, with the departure of Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker from the race. After an early rise to contender status, Walker suffered a sudden decline.

Slumping Badly In Polls, Scott Walker Quits GOP Race

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Reports: Scott Walker To Suspend Presidential Campaign

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is reportedly poised to scrap his bid for the Republican nomination for president — just two months after announcing it.

Reports: Scott Walker To Suspend Presidential Campaign

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Donald Trump Fails To Correct Supporter Who Called Obama A Muslim

A lackluster week for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign is ending in controversy over his response to a supporter who questioned President Obama's religion and birthplace.

Donald Trump Fails To Correct Supporter Who Called Obama A Muslim

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11 GOP Candidates Take Stage At Prime Time Debate

There were only four candidates on stage in the first round, but 11 contenders attended the prime time debate. Carly Fiorina made the jump to the big stage for this second debate.

11 GOP Candidates Take Stage At Prime Time Debate

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4 Republican Presidential Candidates Debate At 'Kids' Table' Event

Even though he wasn't on the stage at the second-tier debate, the four candidates didn't shy away from taking on Donald Trump. The candidates also discussed immigration and national security.

4 Republican Presidential Candidates Debate At 'Kids' Table' Event

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GOP Presidential Candidates Prepare To Face Off In Second Debate

Fifteen Republican presidential candidates will be at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in California for the second debate Wednesday night.

GOP Presidential Candidates Prepare To Face Off In Second Debate

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Scott Walker's Anti-Union Push May Not Prove So Easy As President

Gov. Scott Walker, R-Wis., holds up a $1 bill during a town hall in Las Vegas where he announced his plan to take on labor unions. Isaac Brekken/AP hide caption

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Scott Walker's Anti-Union Push May Not Prove So Easy As President

His candidacy has floundered, so the Wisconsin governor is going back to what made him a hero to Republicans — taking on labor unions. But his sweeping efforts will likely run into stiff resistance.

Scott Walker's Anti-Union Push May Not Prove So Easy As President

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