Romney seeks to steady campaign after video sparks backlash
A leaked video shows Mitt Romney telling donors that nearly half of Americans believe they are victims and rely on government. He says the remarks were off the cuff and not elegantly stated while calling for release of the full video. Obama campaign calls the stance shocking as Romney faces pressure over tax returns and campaign strategy.
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Obama team lowers expectations for debates in bid to shape talks
Obama campaign aides publicly urge low expectations for the fall debates while signaling Romney faces a tougher challenge. They cite Romney's 20 prior debates versus Obama’s longer public sessions, note Obama’s preparation at Camp David and DNC HQ, and describe Romney's early, intense practice with advisers and mock one on one sessions led by portman as Kerry impersonator.
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