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Friday, September 14, 2012

Daily Political Wire

George Wenschhof

Obama Pulls Ahead in Florida, Ohio and Virginia - the NBC News/Wall Street Journal/Marist polls show Obama extending his lead in all three pivotal swing states; Florida: Obama 49% Romney 44%, Ohio: Obama 50% Romney 43%, Virginia: Obama 49% Romney 44%.  You can read more here.


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Four Arrested in Connection with Libyan Attack - Libyan authorities have arrested four thought to have been involved in the attacks on the American Embassy that killed four.  The F.B.I. is also in Libya conducting an investigation.  You can read more here.

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Anti-Terrorist Support Team on Ground in Yemen - known as the FAST platoon, it has been deployed as a precationary measure.  Also, being reported is large cloud of black smoke rising from the U.S. Embassy in Tunis.  You can read more here.

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Federal Reserve Announces New Mortgage Bond Buying Plan - Ben Bernanke discussed the details of the plans to stimulate the economy and reduce unemployment.  The Federal Reserve chair also promised to keep interest rates low for years to come.  You can read more here.

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Democratic U.S. Senator Bill Nelson Surges in Florida - the latest poll shows Nelson leading Republican candidate Connie Mack IV by 15 points 51% - 37%.  You can read more here.

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Warren Comes Out Strong in New Campaign Video - Democratic Massachusetts Senate candidate Eliazabeth Warren, locked in a close contest with Republican Scott Brown attacks him for his support of tax cuts for millionaires. 

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Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown Widens Lead in Ohio, Virginia Senate Race Tied - the latest poll shows him with a 7 point lead over Republican candidate Josh Mandel 49% to 42%.  You can read more here.

In Virginia, the race between Democrat Tim Kaine and Republican George Allen is tied at 46% in the latest poll.

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