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Another Poll Shows Matthews In Good Shape For Potential Senate Bid
tpmelectioncentral.talkingpointsmemo.com - 12/15/2008
Another Poll Shows Matthews In Good Shape For Potential Senate Bid
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Yet another poll is suggesting that Chris Matthews could have a real shot at being elected to the U.S. Senate from Pennsylvania, if he decides against renewing his contract at MSNBC and in favor of mounting a campaign. The numbers from Research 2000 : Matthews is in a near-tie with GOP Sen. ...
digbysblog.blogspot.com - 12/13/2008
Hullabaloo
— digbysblog.blogspot.com — Saturday, December 13, 2008 They Can't Be That Desperate by digby Dear God: Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell... gave Chris Matthews a glowing endorsement for his potential Senate candidacy today, calling the MSNBC host the “strongest Democratic candidate ... (more) Hullabaloo

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politico.com - 12/13/2008
Rendell: Matthews is the 'strongest Democratic candidate'
— politico.com — Blog: Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell gave Chris Matthews a glowing endorsement for his potential Senate candidacy today,... calling the MSNBC host the “s (more) Rendell: Matthews is the 'strongest Democratic candidate'

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thehill.com - 12/10/2008
Specter seeks to slow down Holder confirmation
— thehill.com — Sen. Arlen Specter (R-Pa.), the ranking member of the Judiciary Committee, wants to slow down the process... of confirming Eric Holder attorney general, citing lingering concerns about the nominee’s role in the 2001 pardon of Marc Rich. Specter said his ... (more) Specter seeks to slow down Holder confirmation

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Political Animal:  Monday's campaign round-up

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Monday's campaign round-up
Political Animal — ... about Chris Matthews' possible Senate campaign, calling the MSNBC host the "strongest Democratic candidate without any doubt." * If Matthews does run, the latest Research 2000 poll shows him faring rather well against potential primary rivals and in a general election match-up against Arlen Specter. (Of course, these early polls largely measure name recognition and are likely to change.) * John McCain ...

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