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Obama Gains Traction With Dems in Red States

Hillary would have uphill battle where they come from, elected officials say

By Jonas Oransky, Newser Staff

Posted Jan 15, 2008 12:05 PM CST

(Newser) – Barack Obama is better suited than Hillary Clinton to carry red states, say Democratic officeholders in traditionally Republican-friendly locales. It’s no coincidence that Obama recently picked up major endorsements in Arizona, Missouri, Nebraska, and South Dakota, Politico reports. Democrats who’ve overcome partisan odds... Read full story »

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