Debate, controversy over abortion rights continues

A week after Todd Akin's controversial remarks over rape and abortion, the controversy continues

• Aug 28, 2012

Can Ann Romney make Mitt loveable?

In her convention speech, the prospective first lady seeks to show the world Mitt Romney's softer side

• Aug 28, 2012

What to watch at the GOP convention Tuesday

A possible Ron Paul-linked disruption, Ann Romney's attempt to humanize her husband and Chris Christie's keynote on first full day

• Aug 28, 2012

Obama on Isaac: "Now is not the time to tempt fate"

Before hitting the campaign trail, the president warns Gulf Coast residents to take the approaching storm seriously

• Aug 28, 2012

Christie: Romney has the "heart" to be president

In remarks to Michigan delegates, Christie offers personal anecdote about his belief in Romney's character

• Aug 28, 2012

La. Gov. Jindal asks Obama for more TS Isaac aid

Louisiana Gov. requests federal reimbursements on top of direct federal aid because whole state in Isaac's path

• Aug 28, 2012

360-Degree Convention Live Stream

2012 Convention Live Stream

• Aug 28, 2012

Conventions past: Schieffer, Plante trade war stories

Two convention veterans recall memorable moments from a combined 91 years covering politics at CBS News

• Aug 28, 2012

Santorum discusses Akin rape comments

Former presidential candidate says Missouri Republican didn't do a good job dealing with comments, is suffering consequences

• Aug 28, 2012

Convention addresses: The best and worst

From Ronald Reagan to Barack Obama, a look back at addresses that made - and missed - their mark

• Aug 28, 2012

Do conventions still matter?

Some say the conventions have morphed from nominating contests into infomercials and question if they still have a role in American politics

• Aug 28, 2012

Romney's challenge: One-third have no opinion yet

Bob Schieffer says "empathy gap," Isaac and Romney's own reticence will impact GOP gathering to nominate former Mass. Gov. for president

• Aug 28, 2012

Christie: GOP shouldn't condescend to women

Republican governor says politicians shouldn't have a different message for women voters than they do for men voters

• Aug 28, 2012

GOP, Dem group highlight voters who switched sides

Their agendas are different but the message is the same: Both Democrats and Republicans say the other side will let you down

• Aug 28, 2012

At GOP push for unity, plenty of difference

Republicans want to project a "big tent" image at their national convention -- but fault lines abound

• Aug 28, 2012

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