Governors Mull 2008 White House bids at Bush dinner
Governors eyeing a 2008 presidential run gather at the White House for a formal dinner with President Bush. Romney and Huckabee caution that talk is premature while Rendell notes re election constraints. Contenders include Richardson, Vilsack, Warner and Pataki, with others speculated by donors and consultants.
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New Mexico
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Iowa
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Virginia
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Governors Eye 2008 Runs as Party Insiders Weigh Candidates
Governors gather at the White House for policy talks amid early 2008 speculation. Top GOP names include Jeb Bush and Mike Huckabee with Sanford and Pawlenty as possibilities. Democrats feature Richardson, Sebelius, Napolitano, Vilsack, Breeden, and others. The briefing notes describe media labels and potential VP picks, reflecting a crowded field.
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Colorado
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Minnesota
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South Carolina
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Biden calls Hillary Clinton the toughest obstacle for 2008 bid
Sen. Joseph Biden warned that any Democrat seeking the 2008 nomination must reckon with Hillary Rodham Clinton. He said she would be incredibly difficult to beat and likely the nominee, while he considered another presidential run himself after twenty years.
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National ID concerns swirl over proposed driver license bill
Critics warn a House backed bill to tighten licenses to curb terrorism could turn them into a national ID and aid tracking gun purchases. They fear licenses could be used beyond their purpose and even allow government monitoring via a license chip. Supporters say the measure improves security and requires states to verify citizenship or legal residency for licenses.
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Schwarzenegger says he never seriously sought the presidency
In a Sunday interview Arnold Schwarzenegger denied any serious bid for president despite jokes about running. He added he does not drive constitutional changes to let immigrants occupy the White House and noted his 1983 naturalization as a U.S. citizen. A promoter site and ads aim to rally support for amending eligibility rules.
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