Tag Archives: 2012
Six Presidential Hopefuls Faced Tough Questions at Saturday’s Forum
Six Republican Presidential candidates faced questions on their ideological bona fides during a policy-heavy forum on Fox News Channel on Saturday night. Newt Gingrich, the former House Speaker, was pressed on how conservatives can “trust that a President Gingrich will … Continue reading
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Breaking: Herman Cain Suspends Campaign
Herman Cain announced he is suspending his bid for the Republican Presidential nomination. “One of the first declarations that I want to make to you today is that I am at peace with my God. I am at peace with … Continue reading
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Support for Tea Party Down, Even in Tea Party Strongholds
Support for the Tea Party has fallen sharply even in places considered Tea Party strongholds, according to a new survey. In Congressional districts represented by Tea Party lawmakers, the number of people who disagree with the Tea Party has risen … Continue reading
Newt Gingrich: “Poor Kids Can Only Make Money Illegally”
Newt Gingrich, the former Speaker of the House who rides atop the polls for the Republican nomination for president, has been shooting his mouth off lately. He called himself a celebrity who makes $60,000 a speech. He also said, “I … Continue reading
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Romney to Fox News: “I’m Not a Flip-Flopper”
Mitt Romney sat down Tuesday for a lengthy interview with Bret Baier of Fox News. Mr. Baier started off by asking Mr. Romney about his changes in political positions over the years. Mr. Romney disputed Mr. Baier’s list, declaring, “Well, … Continue reading
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Woman Got a Year’s Pay in Settlement against Herman Cain
The National Restaurant Association gave $35,000 — a year’s salary — in severance pay to a female staff member in the late 1990s after an encounter with Herman Cain made her uncomfortable. The woman was one of two whose accusations … Continue reading
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Herman Cain Admits to Sexual Harassment Settlements
Herman Cain, a leader in the Republican race for the Presidency, acknowledged Monday that he was accused of sexual harassment while chief of the National Restaurant Association in the 1990s. Mr. Cain spent the day in television interviews and news … Continue reading
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