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Mitt Romney seeks to stem rise of Rick Santorum
17/07/2012 - US POLITICS

Mitt Romney seeks to stem rise of Rick Santorum

Republican frontrunner Mitt Romney is trying to hold down a surging Rick Santorum ahead of crucial Michigan and Arizona primaries Tuesday in a race that has become more suspenseful than pundits predicted.
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Obama campaign hatches re-election strategy – and it’s not about hope
17/07/2012 - US ELECTIONS

Obama campaign hatches re-election strategy – and it’s not about hope

In 2008, Obama coasted to victory on a message of hope, change, and unity. His 2012 re-election campaign looks to be an entirely different beast. France24.com takes a closer look.
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Romney reclaims lead as GOP slugs its way to Florida
17/07/2012 - US ELECTIONS

Romney reclaims lead as GOP slugs its way to Florida

With the Florida primary set for Tuesday, Mitt Romney has slugged his way back to the frontrunner spot as polls predict a decisive win over a still-determined Newt Gingrich. FRANCE 24 takes a closer look at a crucial vote in the Sunshine State.
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Newt Gingrich: A surprising surge, an unpredictable candidate
17/07/2012 - US POLITICS

Newt Gingrich: A surprising surge, an unpredictable candidate

The past weeks have seen Newt Gingrich surge in the polls, putting Mitt Romney on the defensive and shaking up the Republican race days before the crucial Florida primary. France24 spoke to two top US political analysts for an insider perspective.
Santorum surge in Iowa shakes up Republican race
17/07/2012 - US POLITICS

Santorum surge in Iowa shakes up Republican race

Mitt Romney’s razor-thin margin of victory over staunch social conservative Rick Santorum exposed a divided Republican party – and suggests that Romney may have a longer road ahead of him than he had previously hoped.
Mitt Romney: a steady Republican who can't pull ahead of the pack
17/07/2012 - US POLITICS

Mitt Romney: a steady Republican who can't pull ahead of the pack

A seasoned politician, businessman, and debater, Mitt Romney has conservative endorsements and solid poll numbers against Obama. But he has been unable to cement his frontrunner status within the Republican party. France24.com takes a closer look.
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