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Sunday, October 9, 2016

Donald Trump vs Hillary Clinton first debate September 26, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, October 9, 2016

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Campaign 2016: Clinton and Trump face off for second debate

The second presidential debate of 2016 has the potential to be more interesting and an even bigger test for embattled GOP nominee, Donald Trump. A lot of drama and surprises since the first face-off between the candidates last month. It is widely believed, Clinton trounced Trump in that first debate. Now, many see the second debate as an opportunity for […]

Tuesday, October 4, 2016

Photo: FLLewis / Media City G -- Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton at first presidential debate in New York September 26, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, October 4, 2016

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Campaign 2016: Debates, polls, and the candidates

As the vice-presidential candidates, Democrat, Tim Kaine, and Republican, Mike Pence, prepare for their first and only debate tonight, there is still plenty of fallout from the debate between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton last month. The presidential debate or rumble at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York back on September 26, was a much-anticipated face off between two candidates carrying […]

Monday, October 22, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, October 22, 2012

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Final presidential debate 2012: The showdown

President Barack Obama and GOP challenger Mitt Romney are getting ready to rumble in the third and final presidential debate of 2012. The showdown is at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida beginning at 6 p.m. Bob Schieffer, the host of “Face the Nation” on CBS,” will be the moderator. The subject: foreign policy. The format will be the same […]

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, October 16, 2012

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Campaign 2012: Debates and polls

The 2012 presidential race is now a neck and neck horse race according to most polls — with some showing President Barack Obama with a slim lead. A Reuters/Ipsos tracking poll yesterday suggested 47 per cent of likely voters would cast their ballots for Obama for president and 45 per cent of those voters would pick GOP challenger Mitt […]

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, October 3, 2012

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Harris Poll: Where do Americans get their news?

Whether it’s a retro-set or a high-tech big screen model, most Americans prefer getting their news from TV, according to a recent Harris Poll. The survey was taken between August 13-20, 2012 and released last week. Around 2,300 adults took part. Sixty-eight percent expressed an interest in keeping up with news events. The figures from that poll showed 50 per […]

Sunday, October 26, 2008

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, October 26, 2008

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Seriously, Joe the Plumber digs the spotlight

“I’m a plumber… just a plumber,” that’s how Joe Wurzelbacher described himself when he lashed out at the media for scrutinizing his opinions and personal life, last weekend. Yeah, Joe is that guy. Joe the Plumber. The Joe that Republican presidential candidate John McCain mentioned repeatedly in the third and final presidential debate. In fact, McCain referred to Wurzelbacher as “my […]

Thursday, October 16, 2008

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, October 16, 2008

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The final Obama/McCain showdown packs a punch

The formal greetings were barely over at the third presidential debate, before Republican candidate Senator John McCain went on the attack, throwing verbal punches, jabs, and a few low blows at his front-running opponent, Democratic nominee Senator Barack Obama. The final presidential debate at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York had the most drama and the most clashes between the candidates. McCain was aggressive, sarcastic, and determined. Again, […]

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, October 15, 2008

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Obama heads into the final debate as the front runner

Democratic presidential candidate Senator Barack Obama has a sizable lead in two major polls over his Republican challenger Senator John McCain. The Obama camp is probably cheering that good news, but it would be unwise for them to throttle back on their efforts. Clearly Senator McCain is the underdog, but I’ve seen too many come from behind victories to count him out. Nevertheless, […]

Friday, October 10, 2008

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, October 10, 2008

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Did McCain make a gaffe in 2nd debate?

Google image It is no secret that Republican presidential Senator John McCain needed to make a strong showing at last Tuesday’s debate in Nashville. During the town-hall style gathering, McCain worked hard to get his views across and to try to cast doubt on Senator Barack Obama’s ability to lead. In pursuit of those goals, did McCain trip himself up? Yesterday, a reader left a comment on […]