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From Making History to Governing the White House Nov 05, 2008

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This year's race for the White House has been an epic story that may continue for a long time to come. Have voters charted a new direction? What are the prospects for the next administration?

After 22 Months of Campaigning, It's Finally Election Day Nov 04, 2008

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Record numbers of voters are turning out for today's election, which is bound to make history, whichever side wins. We look at issues, voting blocs and possible problems in crucial battleground states. Also, networks' plans for exit polls, and ballot measures, from medical marijuana to same-sex marriage.

An Early Start for Voting and Election Day Headaches Nov 03, 2008

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Early voters are standing in lines all over the country as election officials brace for a massive turnout on election day. Claims of fraud, intimidation and intentional disenfranchisement already are being raised. We hear from the hot spots and look at the possible consequences. Also, Obama's strong lead in the polls, and and America's uninformed voters.

American Business and the Republican Party Oct 31, 2008

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American business says it tries to contribute equally to Democrats and Republicans, but this year it's going all out for the GOP. Big Labor goes for Democrats, and a battle is raging over union organizing, regulation and influence on Capitol Hill. Also, the Bush Administration's final drive to deregulate, and Cuba, Florida politics and the presidential campaign.

Values Voters, the Economy and the Presidential Campaign Oct 30, 2008

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The traditionally Republican Heartland has become a battleground between McCain and Obama. Are so-called "values voters" more worried about the economy? Also, the US economy contracts, and Obama's America in 30 minutes of prime time TV.

The Obama Campaign Makes History of a Different Kind Oct 29, 2008

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Barack Obama's fundraising is boggling the minds of political pros in both parties. He's on track to raise more money all by himself than the record of $700 million combined set by Bush and Kerry four years ago. We debate public financing today, update the early voting, and talk to a skeptic about the integrity of voting systems around the country. Also, oil prices heading back up, and Planet Earth and the "ecological credit crunch."

The Financial Crisis and Unemployment: Is Help on the Way? Oct 28, 2008

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As the Dow wiggles ever downward, unemployment in the United States is headed toward 7% or 8%. In Michigan it's already 9%. We look at the prospects for Washington to bail out another industry and for another stimulus package to get the economy moving. Also, can a felony convict be re-elected to the US Senate?

Should the GOP Find a New Look or Reinforce the Old One? Oct 27, 2008

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As Barack Obama's advantage continues to grow, aides to John McCain and Sarah Palin are sniping at each other about the conduct of their campaign. Is it merely the stress of a struggling effort with only a week to go—or does it represent a broader struggle between moderate party reformers and conservative purists? Also, the US issues Iraq an ultimatum on the Status of Forces Agreement, and the Dalai Lama gives up on China.

'Socialism' and Cold War Rhetoric in the Presidential Campaign Oct 24, 2008

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John McCain is accusing Barack Obama of "socialism." Obama says McCain has "run out of ideas." What does "socialism" really mean? Will Cold War rhetoric work in the campaign of 2008? Also, stock markets fall globally while OPEC cuts production, and a cheaper, faster way of detecting almost all genetic diseases.

Is America Moving from Right to Left? Oct 23, 2008

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All over the country, once-solid Republican seats in the Senate and Congress are shifting toward the Democrats. We look at the prospects for one-party rule if Barack Obama wins the White House. Also, Greenspan admits being "partially" wrong on deregulation, and Sarah Palin's wardrobe.

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