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Obama Talks of "Unifying the Party"

Fri, 09 May 2008 18:01:57 EDT

From CBS News" Michelle Levi:

WOODBURN, ORE. -- Barack Obama surprised the mostly Hispanic patronage of Luis's Taquiera this afternoon, stopping at the Mexican restaurant for a taco and some campaigning, where he was asked about his surge in superdelagates. "I"m gratified that we've got some superdelegates that are coming our way," he said. "I think we"ve got a strong case to make that I will be a nominee that can pull the party together and take on John McCain in the fall." As it stands now, Hillary Clinton still holds a slim lead in superdelegate support, but that appears to be waning.

Nothing Wrong With Land Swap, Says McCain

Fri, 09 May 2008 17:28:19 EDT

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From CBS News" Andante Higgins:

COLUMBIA, S.C. -- John McCain responded to an article in the Washington Post today, which alleges that a land swap deal in Arizona that benefitted one of his contributors, saying he did nothing improper. "I worked for a long period of time with the mayors, with the environmental groups, and other interested individuals for a long period of time, including having town hall meetings," McCain said, pointing reporters to editorials in a local Arizona paper which supported the legislation. "I am very proud of my record, I"m proud of the work we did in that land exchange, and I am proud of my environmental records."

Obama on Clinton VP Speculation

Fri, 09 May 2008 15:44:42 EDT

From CBS News" Michelle Levi:

BEAVERTON, ORE. - Barack Obama spoke out about a possible Obama/Hillary Clinton ticket today, saying "she would be on anyone's short list of vice presidential candidates."

Going Down Swinging: Clinton Hits Obama on Health Care For Last Time?

Fri, 09 May 2008 15:17:58 EDT

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From CBS News" Fernando Suarez:

PORTLAND, ORE. -- As Hillary Clinton"s days in the hunt for the Democratic nomination seem more and more numbered, her campaign seems to have come full circle, with a small campaign event today on health care at a children"s hospital here.

One of Clinton"s key reasons for running for president was to put in place a universal health care plan, a plan she attempted in the early 90"s. The plan fell short, under pressure from Republicans and insurance companies, according to Clinton.

McCain Says He Voted For Bush, Jabs Obama

Fri, 09 May 2008 14:56:32 EDT

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From CBS News" Andante Higgins:

JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Accused by blogger Arianna Huffington of saying he did not vote for President Bush in 2000, John McCain responded that her assertions were "nonsense." "I voted, campaigned for, worked as hard as I could for President Bush"s election in 2000 and 2004," McCain said. "With all due respect, this is hardly worth our time."

Obama: Clinton Still "Formidable," But Won't Debate

Fri, 09 May 2008 13:05:09 EDT

From CBS News" Michelle Levi:

PORTLAND, ORE. - Saying Hillary Clinton"s lead is "insurmountable" in some areas, Barack Obama will continue campaigning in the upcoming primary states, starting today in Oregon. "Senator Clinton is a formidable candidate," he said. "She is very likely to win West Virginia and Kentucky, those are two states where she has insurmountable leads. We are going to spend some time there, but we are also going to be going to Oregon, Montana, South Dakota and Puerto Rico."

A Taboo Moment for Obama

Fri, 09 May 2008 11:23:35 EDT

PORTLAND, ORE. - So what do presidential candidates do on five hour flights as they campaign across the country? On Barack Obama"s press plane, it"s Taboo - the board game, that is.

McCain Honored As One of 100 Most Influential

Thu, 08 May 2008 21:46:56 EDT

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From CBS News" Andante Higgins:

NEW YORK -- John McCain was honored at a gala for Time magazine"s "100 Most Influential People," entering the Time-Warner Center tonight on the red carpet along with other honorees, such as Tyler Perry, Martha Stewart, Herbie Hancock, and Suze Orman.

Obama Says US Commitment to Israel "Unshakeable"

Thu, 08 May 2008 21:23:06 EDT

WASHINGTON -- Barack Obama pledged his support for the security and prosperity of Israel tonight at a celebration for the 60th anniversary of the state's independence. "It"s a friendship rooted in shared interests, shared values, and shared history among our people," Obama said. "It is supported by a strong and bipartisan consensus in this country that I have been proud to be a part of. And it will withstand any challenge to Israel - because America"s commitment to Israel"s security is unshakeable."

McCain Visits NYC Firefighters

Thu, 08 May 2008 15:42:53 EDT

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From CBS News" Andante Higgins:

NEW YORK --John McCain brought lunch to firefighters in midtown Manhattan today, dropping in on Engine 54's garage holding four pizzas. "I brought lunch. Don't eat all of this yourself," he said as he handed the boxes off to the first firefighter who greeted him.