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Published 8/4/2008 by Alec MacGillis and Tim Craig at Wash Post Elections

This year's Fredericksburg Fair had the usual attractions: Hercula the Giant Horse and Black Jack the Giant Steer, the carnival rides and the four-wheeler races. But added to the mix was something Virginians had not seen for decades -- the earnest campaigning of a competitive presidential race. (link)

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