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Crist reportedly to run for Senate as Independent

Global Politics

Florida Governor Charlie Crist is expected to announce he is leaving the Republican Party today, and begin campaigning for U.S. Senate as an independent. He is likely to promote himself as the moderate candidate.

The congressional races to watch

Global Politics

Is the House Broken?

Presidential Hopeful Newt Gingrich and the Class of ’94

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Campaign finance changes in 2010 and beyond

Global Politics

We discuss the recent campaign finance decision’s impact on this year’s congressional and gubernatorial races and those in the future. From The Takeaway.

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Chris Shays leaves office

Global Politics

After 21 years in office, Rep. Christopher Shays, R-Conn., lost the 2008 election to Democratic challenger Jim Himes. Shays joins The Takeaway to reflect on the future and the past.

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