Romney wins Virginia Republican primary riding wave of conservatives
Mitt Romney captured the Virginia GOP primary with broad conservative backing and strong support from Tea Party voters. Exit poll data show Romney led among conservatives and those prioritizing defeating Obama, while Ron Paul performed best among moderates and independents.
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Super Tuesday voters assess pros and cons of field
Voters across Ohio and nine other states weighed Republican hopefuls on Super Tuesday. Residents cited Romney's wealth and Santorum's religiosity while others praised Gingrich's intellect. concerns about negativity and party viability persisted as Obama loomed.
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Voters weigh Romney, Santorum, Gingrich in Georgia and Ohio precincts
At Super Tuesday precincts in Fayetteville Georgia and North Royalton near Cleveland voters assess Mitt Romney Rick Santorum Newt Gingrich and Ron Paul. The dialogue highlights Romney support amid ambivalence from rivals and concern about campaign mudslinging and general electability.
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Paul defiant despite no primary wins in Idaho rally
Republican Ron Paul urged supporters in Nampa to caucus for smaller government and liberty, warning that government growth harms privacy and spends too much. He framed a three year plan to balance the budget by cutting $1 trillion, and said the fight is about individual liberty and ending entitlement spending. He spoke to about 500 in Nampa and drew larger crowds in Sandpoint and Idaho Falls while aiming for wins in Idaho, Alaska, or North Dakota.
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Economy takes lead for GOP voters in Super Tuesday states
Early AP exit polls in seven states show the economy as the top issue for GOP voters from Massachusetts to Oklahoma and Tennessee. Voters cite deficits and government concerns, with moderate northeast voters distinct from highly conservative Oklahoma. Beating Obama remains a common criterion, with Virginia and Ohio signaling the priority. Georgia and Massachusetts home-state factors also shape choices.
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