Republican Obama quest haunts 2012 GOP field
Political veteran Donna Brazile notes the 2012 Republican field struggles to find a candidate who can energize core tea party voters while appealing to independents. With six exits including Barbour Daniels Pawlenty Huckabee Trump, attention shifts to figures like Christie as networks parse whether any undeclared leader can emerge. Christie remains noncommittal, citing unpreparedness, while debates highlight the party’s need for a thoughtful, mature standard bearer.
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Today in History and Births for October 14
History notes mark 1973 Egypt and Syria’s attack on Israel on Yom Kippur and 1981 Sadat’s assassination. Births include Jenny Lind and Carole Lombard, with notable figures like Westinghouse and Shue. Anwar Sadat quotes and Milosevic resignation also featured.
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Austin election timing debated amid costs and turnout
Austin City Council discussed moving its May 2012 election to coincide with the November 6 2012 presidential vote to cut costs. They voted 4-3 to keep May elections, noting low turnout and crowded campaigns in presidential years. Florida primaries, runoffs and special elections are described as broader implications.
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