Democratic Presidential Candidate

The Dangerous Allure of Political Promises

Terry Newell | Posted 05.26.2012

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Terry Newell

Our minds -- and those of politicians -- feed on overconfidence. We want to believe not only the promise but that the person who made it can deliver. A recent book by Nobel-winning economist/psychologist Daniel Kahneman helps explain this.

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Democratic Presidential Possibilities: 20 in 2016

Robert Guttman | Posted 04.11.2012

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Robert Guttman

President Cuomo. President O'Malley. President Warner. President Beebe. It may seem strange in the middle of the 2012 presidential contest to be look...

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Democrats Play Dangerous Game in Shunning President Obama

Earl Ofari Hutchinson | Posted 01.15.2012

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Earl Ofari Hutchinson

It's not enough for Obama and Democrats to bank on the GOP self-destructing in rancor and division to ease Obama's path back to the White House.

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Major Contender Withdraws from Presidential Race -- Obama Victory Now Assured

Mark Steinberg | Posted 12.26.2011

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Mark Steinberg

I believe that Democrats would ultimately have seen that my "1-1-1" plan for job creation was superior to anything the President has tried or proposed. It also has the virtue of simplicity.

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Is Obama the "Prevent D" or "Rope-a-Dope" Candidate?

Aaron Harber | Posted 10.22.2011

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Aaron Harber

From a policy perspective, the president is deploying a "Prevent D" approach -- the play-it-safe strategy some teams use in sports when they are far ahead of their opposition.

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Kristofer Eisenla Does the DNC

Kristofer Eisenla | Posted 05.25.2011

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Kristofer Eisenla

Long before Kristofer Eisenla became deputy chief of staff and communications director for U.S. representative Diana DeGette (D-Colo.), he campaigned...

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Obama's Honeymoon and Chelsea's Wedding Are Over. What Now Hillary?

Alain L. Sanders | Posted 05.25.2011

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Alain L. Sanders

So pay attention to Hillary. What she does, when she does it, and how she does it will be the most important assessment of the outcome of this November's midterm elections.

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Can Hillary Clinton Derail the Sarah Palin Express?

Mario Almonte | Posted 05.25.2011

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Mario Almonte

A criticism of Palin that might sound mean-spirited from Obama would be a clean smack-down from Hillary. Palin is a charmer, but her tight skirt and high heels are no match for Clinton's pantsuit and comfortable walking shoes.

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If Michael Moore Would Run for President

Robert Naiman | Posted 05.25.2011

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Robert Naiman

If Moore announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination now, and followed up that announcement with a vigorous campaign focused on the struggles of rank-and-file Democrats, it would re-mobilize rank-and-file Democratic activists.

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Daniel Boulud On His Passion For Italian Food And Cooking For Clinton

Louise McCready | Posted 05.25.2011

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Louise McCready

Just back from China where Daniel opened Maison Boulud in Tiananmen Square, this illustrious chef took the time to answer a few of my questions.

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Mr. Terrorist... Don't Be Doin That

Paula B. Mays | Posted 05.25.2011

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Paula B. Mays

Al-Qaeda's , No. 2 man distinguished Barack Obama from Malcom X, concluding that Obama is not representative of the militant black community, and thus not in solidarity with al-Qaeda's missions and goals.

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How John McCain Still Can Win

Steven Hill | Posted 05.25.2011

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Steven Hill

How John McCain Still Can Win By Steven Hill Obama is in the lead, both nationally and in some very key battleground states. This election is his to...

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How John McCain Still Can Win

Steven Hill | Posted 05.25.2011

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Steven Hill

Obama is in the lead, both nationally and in some very key battleground states. This election is his to lose. But what combination of factors would need to occur for Obama to lose?

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Obama Could Lose Election Due To Voter Suppression

Judah Freed | Posted 05.25.2011

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Judah Freed

Republicans are seeking to suppress the voter turnout among youth, minorities and poor people. If Republicans can prevent enough Democrats from casting ballots, McCain could win the election.

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McCain Supporters Hit the Streets of NYC [VIDEO]

George Spyros | Posted 05.25.2011

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George Spyros

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McCain seizes on Obama "Spread the Wealth" remark [VIDEO]

George Spyros | Posted 05.25.2011

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George Spyros

McCain trying to win on the economy. Above, an AP News video: uncut clip of McCain speech. McCain trying to win on foreign policy. Below, a CBS News...

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Sarah Palin Run For Senate? Alaska Senator Ted Stevens Corruption Trial Closing Arguments to Begin [VIDEO]

George Spyros | Posted 05.25.2011

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George Spyros

Not to count any chickens, but did anyone else notice on Saturday Night Live Sarah Pallin told Lorne Michaels that she didn't think the opening ske...

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Obama Campaign Fundraising Review Roundup [Videos]

George Spyros | Posted 05.25.2011

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George Spyros

Video news rundown following the history of Obama's fund-raising going all the way back to the time of Hillary days -- remember those days? October 2...

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Down to the Wire: McCain's Narrow Margin Strategy & Political Lunch Election Roundup VIDEOS >>

George Spyros | Posted 05.25.2011

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George Spyros

Political Lunch: Obama's up 7 points in the polls, but is he up where it counts, and can McCain's "narrow margin strategy" pull him through? ALSO: Wh...

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Todd Palin "First Dude" Makes Local Campaign Stop [VIDEO]

George Spyros | Posted 05.25.2011

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George Spyros

(Pittsburgh, PA) Todd Palin, "The First Dude" of Alaska and the husband of Republican Vice-Presidential nominee Gov. Sarah Palin campaigned locally ...

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Obama, McCain, Biden Comedy Roundup: Letterman, Leno, NYC Roast VIDEOS >>

George Spyros | Posted 05.25.2011

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George Spyros

It's as if everyone knows the race is over and humor is the best means by which McCain can be put out of his misery and that we can all release a collective sigh of relief.

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Hillary: The Next Secretary of State

Amitai Etzioni | Posted 05.25.2011

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Amitai Etzioni

Making a clear commitment to choose Clinton for secretary of state would add much to Obama's appeal, given that his experience in foreign policy is particularly short.

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Jews for Obama?

Michelle Haimoff | Posted 05.25.2011

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Michelle Haimoff

The one issue that surpasses even those that center around civil liberties is the continued existence of the state of Israel.

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'Knocking Out the White Man:' 10 Reasons Obama Still Loses in Middle America

Raymond Leon Roker | Posted 05.25.2011

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Raymond Leon Roker

Among the self-congratulatory excitement was a palpable sigh at the heavy reality that is settling in. The question now looms: Is it enough to simply be the better candidate? I say no, and here's why.

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Why the Democrats Need to Dumb It Down

Michelle Haimoff | Posted 05.25.2011

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Michelle Haimoff

She makes them laugh and lets them think that they'll all head over to Culver's later for frozen custard and ButterBurgers.

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