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Obama's choice of Biden raises stakes for McCain (AP)

 
AP - Barack Obama's choice of Joe Biden as a running mate sets the bar for John McCain. The Republican could use his own pugnacious No. 2 to deliver attack lines and a solid debate performance. (link)

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