Critics have pounced on Romney for boasting of making sure a female staffer got home by 5 p.m. to cook for her family. What about the men, they say? But the numbers don’t lie: Working women are still doing the heavy lifting in the kitchen.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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Republican Governors Gear Up For Election Gains
The GOP could pick up as many as five governorships in next month’s election, bringing the party’s total to 34, the most since 1922.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Negative Ads Reign In Maine Senate Race
The race for the state’s open U.S. Senate seat has been dominated by three things: an independent former governor, third-party spending and a barrage of negative television ads. Among the casualties of the campaign have been the candidates’ positions on the issues.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Climate Politics: It’s Laugh Lines Vs. ‘Not A Joke’
Scientists view climate change as one of the world’s most pressing long-term problems. But the issue has barely surfaced in the U.S. presidential race.
Obama, Romney Reprise Their Greatest Debate Hits On Campaign Trail
Both President Obama and GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney found ways to use the second presidential debate against his rival. Obama mocked Romney for his “binders” comment. Romney cited questions asked by undecided voters at the debate, and Obama’s answers, as an indictment of the president.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Romney Tries To Soften Birth Control Message
In Tuesday’s debate, Mitt Romney accused President Obama of misrepresenting his position on the issue. “Every woman in America should have access to contraceptives,” the GOP nominee said. His position is not that surprising given recent polls that show Obama’s lead among women shrinking.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us