Obama cabinet short list sparks buzz among observers
A wave of speculation spotlights Secretary of State contenders like John Kerry and Richard Lugar. Hillary favorite Bill Richardson and Chuck Hagel are discussed as possible defense candidates, while Gates could remain if Hagel is not chosen.
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Obama fronts a wide political donor and adviser slate
A roster of prominent figures linked to Barack Obama appears, including Timothy Geithner, Jamie Dimon, and Janet Napolitano. The list features former Treasury secretaries, defense leaders, governors, and corporate executives cited as potential vice presidential picks or senior advisers. The piece notes endorsements, watchdog roles, and Obama campaign connections, highlighting policy influence across finance, security, and education.
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Obama wins North Carolina securing 364 electoral votes
President elect Obama claimed North Carolina delivering 15 electoral votes and boosting his total to 364 while McCain trailed by about 13 693 votes after provisional ballots were tallied. Obama carried nine Bush states including Virginia Florida and Colorado. Missouri remained too close to call.
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