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First thoughts: No drama Washington?

 

Published 1/7/2009 by Mark Murray at First Read

From Chuck Todd, Mark Murray, Domenico Montanaro, and Carrie Dann*** No drama Washington? It appears that all the preparation we in the media have been doing to cover controversy -- be it Burris, the recount in Minnesota, or Panetta -- is beginning to fizzle somewhat. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, who meets with Burris at 10:30 am ET, suggested yesterday that the Illinois secretary of state’s signature is all that’s standing in the way of Burris being seated (“If Mr. Burris takes possession...( read more ) (link)

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