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nytimes.com - 12/15/2008

Caroline Kennedy to Seek Clinton’s Senate Seat

— nytimes.com — , the daughter of an American political dynasty, has decided to pursue the United States Senate seat... being vacated by Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton of New York, a person told of her decision said on Monday. The decision came after a series of deeply ... (more) Caroline Kennedy to Seek Clinton’s Senate Seat

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politico.com - 12/16/2008

Clinton chides supporters on Kennedy

— politico.com — Hillary Clinton has told her supporters not to impede Caroline Kennedy's path to the U.S. Senate on... her behalf, a person familiar with replacement discussions said. The move clears a major obstacle between Kennedy and the seat. Prominent Clinton ... (more) Clinton chides supporters on Kennedy

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nypost.com - 12/16/2008

KENNEDY FOR THE SENATE - New York Post

— nypost.com — Last updated: 3:53 am December 16, 2008 Posted: 2:57 am December 16, 2008 Caroline Kennedy has made... it official: She wants to be appointed to the US Senate seat that Hillary Clinton presently will vacate. Gov. Paterson would be well-advised to select ... (more) KENNEDY FOR THE SENATE - New York Post

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Hillary Rodham Clinton

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Caroline Kennedy to Seek NY Senate Seat
TalkLeft — The New York Times and Washington Post report Caroline Kennedy has now told New York Governor David Paterson she'd like to be the new Senator from New York. Several people are questioning her credentials and whether she's sufficiently experienced for the position. Caroline Kennedy is a Columbia Law graduate and co-author of two books: In Our Defense: The Bill of Rights in Action and The Right to Privacy . In addition, [More...]: Kennedy serves as a member of the national board of directors for ...

12/16: Caroline Ain't So Sweet To The Netroots
Blogometer — ... . Second, they aren't impressed with Kennedy's political skills and aren't convinced that she can defeat a strong GOP challenger (such as Rudy Giuliani ) in 2010. Third, they aren't willing to give Kennedy the benefit of the doubt with regard to her progressivism, especially now that she's hired Dem consultant ...