Republican candidates race across Iowa before caucuses
GOP presidential hopefuls swept Iowa in a final day of campaigning ahead of the 2012 caucuses. Romney touted his lead, Paul urged an anti Fed message, Santorum pressed transformative change, Gingrich warned of negative ads, and Perry Bachmann joined with ads as rivals spent heavily on TV.
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Super PACs ready to spend as Iowa votes loom
As Iowa nears its primary, outside groups funded by major donors surge with TV ads and mail, shaping a fluid GOP race. Citizens United and corporate spending drive a new era of campaign finance, with Restore Our Future, Make Us Great Again, and Winning Our Future pouring money while candidates mostly stay off the hook. The surge signals a costly 2012 cycle, with groups targeting Newt Gingrich, Mitt Romney, Rick Santorum, and Rick Perry ahead of the Iowa vote.
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Undecided Iowans weigh who to back in caucuses
In Des Moines and Waterloo undecided Republicans search for an ideal nominee blending conservatism with electability. Voters like Lila Reynolds and Clara McKee say no candidate fits perfectly as they weigh Romney's viability against Romney rivals. The field remains unsettled with many undecideds and strong feelings about social issues and leadership.
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