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Could Gingrich's SC Win Be a Pyrrhic Victory? Ask Bill Clinton

Fred Bauer | Posted 03.23.2012

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Fred Bauer

Cunningly, Gingrich was able to change the narrative in South Carolina by making it about him. If, however, a general election between Gingrich and Obama becomes a referendum on Gingrich, the former Speaker probably loses.

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Historical Context Missing From Debt Ceiling Reporting

Chris Weigant | Posted 09.13.2011

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Chris Weigant

Back in 1995 and 1996, a government shutdown actually happened -- twice. The debt ceiling was not raised, but the country did not default. President Clinton actively used his veto pen, as the Republicans sent him bills that they knew he would not sign.

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