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Published 10/19/2008 by CNN Ticker Producer Alexander Mooney at CNN Political Ticker

Powell endorsed Obama Sunday. (CNN) — John McCain said on “FOX News Sunday” that he was not surprised by General Colin Powell’s endorsement of Barack Obama. “Well, I've always admired and respected General Powell. We're longtime friends. This doesn't come as a surprise," he said. "But I'm also very pleased to have the endorsement of four former secretaries [...] (link)

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