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Politicians: Flip-Flopping Or Changing Their Minds?

How tough is it for politicians to alter their opinions without being accused of flip-flopping? John Harris, editor-in-chief of Politico.com, says it depends on the issue and the skill of the politician.

Politicians: Flip-Flopping Or Changing Their Minds?

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Media Savage Clinton over RFK Remark

Sen. Hillary Clinton told a newspaper that Robert F. Kennedy's assassination is a reason she's still running for president. That comment about Sen. Barack Obama's vulnerability drew sharp rebukes, but a firm Clinton reiterated that her campaign isn't over.

Media Savage Clinton over RFK Remark

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Editor: Republicans in Worst Shape Since Watergate

Weary members of the Republican faithful are betting that Sen. John McCain can act as savior, according to Politico.com editor Jim VandeHei, who says the party's brand hasn't been in worse shape in 30 years.

Editor: Republicans in Worst Shape Since Watergate

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Democrats Spar as McCain Tours 'Forgotten' U.S.

Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton prepare for their next presidential contest, North Carolina on May 6. Meanwhile, reports Politico's Jim VandeHei, presumptive GOP nominee John McCain has been visiting farflung corners of the country.

Democrats Spar as McCain Tours 'Forgotten' U.S.

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Analyst: Clinton Needs Big Win to Avoid Devastation

Politico.com Executive Editor Jim VandeHei says Sen. Hillary Clinton must post a double-digit win in Pennsylvania to remain a viable candidate in the eyes of superdelegates.

Analyst: Clinton Needs Big Win to Avoid Devastation

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Obama and Clinton Angle for Pennsylvania Voters

Politico.com columnist Roger Simon discusses the faith forum attended on Sunday by Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, two members of America's elite who are struggling not to alienate Pennsylvania's rural voters.

Obama and Clinton Angle for Pennsylvania Voters

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Candidates Prepare for Petraeus' Iraq Report

This week Gen. David Petraeus is set to tell Congress about the state of military operations in Iraq. Politico.com editor John Harris says the McCain, Clinton and Obama presidential campaigns are getting to respond.

Candidates Prepare for Petraeus' Iraq Report

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Texas-Sized Argument in the Democratic Party

Sens. Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton duked it out this weekend over Texas's delegates. Politico.com's Jim VandeHei discusses the fact that some supporters say they would consider abandoning the party if their candidate isn't the nominee.

Texas-Sized Argument in the Democratic Party

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The State of the Presidential Race

Politico.com's John Harris discusses the political landscape, including the fallout from Michigan and Florida's apparent decisions not to redo their primaries, Sen. John McCain's trip abroad, Sen. Barack Obama's speech on race and more.

The State of the Presidential Race

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With Final Iowa Count, Obama's Lead Increases

Obama netted nine delegates Saturday, drawing attention away from a supporter's controversial sermons. Politico.com's Jim VandeHei says Sen. Hillary Clinton would have to "crush" Obama in Florida and Michigan to win the nomination.

With Final Iowa Count, Obama's Lead Increases

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Commenter: Obama Rolling Toward Mississippi

In the wake of Wyoming's caucus — in which Sen. Barack Obama snagged seven of 12 delegates — and just before Mississippi's contest, Politico.com executive editor Jim VandeHei says Obama is back in control. Plus: Illinois Democrats snag crucial House seat.

Commenter: Obama Rolling Toward Mississippi

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Clinton Needs Ohio and Texas to Survive

With 11 straight victories, Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama is on a roll toward votes Tuesday in Ohio, Texas, Rhode Island and Vermont. Jim VandeHei of Politico.com wonders if Hillary Clinton can stop him.

Clinton Needs Ohio and Texas to Survive

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Obama, Clinton Fight for Wisconsin

Democrat Barack Obama is favored in the presidential contest Tuesday in his home state of Hawaii. But the contest in Wisconsin is very much up for grabs, says Jim VandeHei, executive editor of Politico.com.

Obama, Clinton Fight for Wisconsin

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