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With Faith And Focus, Mariano Rivera Became Baseball's 'Closer'

Mariano Rivera says handling the pressure of being a closer wasn't easy. "You have to know who you are and your abilities and how to block all these things that are thrown at you," he says. Patrick McDermott/Getty Images hide caption

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With Faith And Focus, Mariano Rivera Became Baseball's 'Closer'

The New York Yankees relief pitcher is revered both for what he did and what he didn't do — behave scandalously, pick fights, take drugs or chase big contract offers to other cities.

As States Vote In Primaries, Voter ID Laws Come Under Scrutiny

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As States Vote In Primaries, Voter ID Laws Come Under Scrutiny

As States Vote In Primaries, Voter ID Laws Come Under Scrutiny

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Gaffe Breathes New Life Into Iowa Senate Race

Iowa Republican state Sen. Joni Ernst debates fellow U.S. Senate candidate Mark Jacobs, a retired CEO, in April. Charlie Neibergall/AP hide caption

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Gaffe Breathes New Life Into Iowa Senate Race

Gaffe Breathes New Life Into Iowa Senate Race

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With Faith And Focus, Mariano Rivera Became Baseball's 'Closer'

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With Faith And Focus, Mariano Rivera Became Baseball's 'Closer'

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With Faith And Focus, Mariano Rivera Became Baseball's 'Closer'

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Brewskee-Ball Founders Refuse To Be Sidelined By Trademark Case

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Brewskee-Ball Founders Refuse To Be Sidelined By Trademark Case

Brewskee-Ball Founders Refuse To Be Sidelined By Trademark Case

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From Humble Beginnings, A Powerhouse Fundraising Class Emerges

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., asks a question of a witness on Capitol Hill during a June 2013 committee hearing. Since her appointment in 2009, Gillibrand has become one of the Senate's top fundraisers. Susan Walsh/AP hide caption

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From Humble Beginnings, A Powerhouse Fundraising Class Emerges

From Humble Beginnings, A Powerhouse Fundraising Class Emerges

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