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The Legacy Of Sen. Jim DeMint — The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

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The Legacy Of Sen. Jim DeMint — The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

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The bombshell announcement by South Carolina's Jim DeMint that he will resign his Senate seat could lead to the first black senator from the South since Reconstruction. But how will DeMint's tenure be judged?

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Gov. Christie Re-Election Bid In N.J. Heads Up 2013 Election Calendar

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Gov. Christie Re-Election Bid In N.J. Heads Up 2013 Election Calendar

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Two gubernatorial contests — in New Jersey and Virginia — plus mayoral races in New York and Los Angeles head up the 2013 election calendar. Plus: Time to get rid of the Iowa straw poll? And who will succeed Jesse Jackson Jr.?

Nov. 28 TOTN Junkie segment

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The Political And Personal Demise Of Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr.

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The Political And Personal Demise Of Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr.

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Once, there seemed to be no limits for Jesse Jackson Jr., a member of Congress from Chicago and the son of the famed civil rights leader. Now he's gone, resigning his seat after a losing battle with health and ethics issues.

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Both Sides Itching For A Confirmation Fight Over Susan Rice

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Both Sides Itching For A Confirmation Fight Over Susan Rice

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The election is over. Or is it? Both sides look ready to start fighting again should President Obama nominate U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice to succeed Hillary Clinton as secretary of state.

Nov. 14 TOTN Junkie segment

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Republicans On Path To Retaining Control Of The House

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Republicans On Path To Retaining Control Of The House

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After three successive "wave" elections in the House, it looks like there will be little net change in 2012. And that means the Republicans are favored to retain the majority they won two years ago.

Oct. 18 podcast

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