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Stage is set but will U.S. debate go on?

 
OXFORD, Mississippi (Reuters) - The stage is set, but it was unclear on Friday if Republican John McCain would show up to duel Democrat Barack Obama in the first of three debates that could help decide a tight White House race. (link)

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