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  • Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008

Get Set...Debate!

Pres. Bush says the economy will bounce back; the DNC released a video highlighting John McCain's "town hall strengths"; before the debate voters will rally with a giant inflatable coal plant; and if all else fails there are always six degrees to Kevin Bacon...all in The Hotline's Last Call!

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Battle For The EC

The Ol' College Try

Among states where each candidate has statistically big leads, Barack Obama's up 234 to 134 EVs; meanwhile, what's up with Colorado?

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Numbers That Matter

As the candidates head into the second debate, Amy Walter and John Mercurio check in with the Battle For The Electoral College . And they have lots of numbers!

Daily Tracking

One Hotline Minute

After trailing by 5-7 pts. for the last 10 days, John McCain is now just 2 pts. behind Barack Obama.

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 Play Of The DayTuesday, Oct. 7, 2008

Whateva, I Do What I Want

Comedy Central's Jason Jones gets up close and personal with Wasilla's finest...

Amy Walter: On the TrailTuesday, Oct. 7, 2008

Can McCain Get His Groove Back?

The Republican nominee has little choice but to fight his way out against Barack Obama, for better and for worse.

John Mercurio: PolitiScopeWednesday, Oct. 1, 2008

No Mood For More Surprises

John McCain caught some backlash for making a big play at a time when Americans are clamoring for the predictable.

 Sunday SnapshotMonday, Oct. 6, 2008

He's Baack!

The Sunday shows focused on Sarah Palin saying Barack Obama was "palling around with terrorists," and both camps were out in full force.

CONSULTANT DATABASE

I Need A Consult, Stat!

Check out the most updated list of consultants and their candidates.

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As the election approaches, see what's new in the world of consultants.

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The Hotline ranks the Senate seats most likely to switch party control.

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The Hotline ranks the House seats most likely to switch party control.


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