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GOP Plays Blame Game While Fighting to Save House Majority

NEW YORK — Republicans have begun to concede defeat in the evolving fight to preserve the House majority. The party's candidates may not go quietly, but from the Arizona mountains to suburban Denver to the cornfields of Iowa, the GOP's most powerful players...
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Barack Obama’s Return: Good or Bad for Democrats?

WASHINGTON — Nearly two years out of the White House, former President Barack Obama is facing another political test. "This is perfect for us. It will energize Republicans as a reminder." — Rep. Lou Barletta...