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12-30-2011, 09:52 AM
Polls and Trends:
NBC News/Marist Poll, Iowa: Romney 22%, Paul 19%, Undecided 16%, Perry/Gingrich 13%, Santorum 11% (http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/i/MSNBC/Sections/NEWS/A_Politics/_Today_Stories_Teases/Iowapoll111230nbcmarist.pdf)
Among likely voters in Iowa: Romney 23%, Paul 21%, Santorum 15%, Perry 14%, Gingrich 13%, Bachmann 6%, Huntsman 2%
Ron Paul:
PBS Newshour - Iowa Dispatch: After 'Christmas With Ron Paul,' a Texas Respite (http://www.pbs.org/newshour/rundown/2011/12/iowa-dispatch-after-christmas-with-ron-paul-a-texas-respite.html)Washington Post - Ron Paul to spend New Year's in Texas (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/election-2012/post/ron-paul-to-spend-new-years-in-texas/2011/12/30/gIQAe8JSQP_blog.html)Omaha World-Herald - Hundreds cheer Ron Paul in Bluffs (http://www.omaha.com/article/20111229/NEWS01/111229596/-1)MSNBC - NBC poll: Mitt Romney, Ron Paul neck-and-neck in Iowa (http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/12/30/9822616-nbc-poll-mitt-romney-ron-paul-neck-and-neck-in-iowa-newt-gingrich-in-5th?chromedomain=usnews)CNN - Romney & Paul battle for top spot in new Iowa poll (http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2011/12/30/romney-paul-battle-for-top-spot-in-new-iowa-poll/)TPM - Ron Paul Doesn't Appeal To Evangelicals? Polls Say Otherwise (http://2012.talkingpointsmemo.com/2011/12/ron-paul-doesnt-appeal-to-evangelicals-polls-say-otherwise.php)The State Column - Gap between Ron Paul and Newt Gingrich grows in latest NH PPP poll (http://www.thestatecolumn.com/new-hampshire/gap-between-ron-paul-and-newt-gingrich-grows-in-latest-nh-ppp-poll/)CBS News - What happens if Ron Paul wins Iowa? (http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-503544_162-57350006-503544/what-happens-if-ron-paul-wins-iowa/)The State Column - James Carville on Ron Paul: 'He doesn't need to win to raise money' (http://www.thestatecolumn.com/iowa/james-carville-on-ron-paul-he-doesnt-need-to-win-to-raise-money/)Des Moines Register - Paul's vision may be unworkable, but he still has integrity (http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20111230/OPINION04/312300050/-1/SPORTS13/Paul-s-vision-may-unworkable-he-still-has-integrity)Examiner.com - Florida Ron Paul primary voters cannot be delegates at LP Florida ... (http://www.examiner.com/libertarian-in-west-palm-beach/florida-ron-paul-primary-voters-cannot-be-delegates-at-lp-florida-convention)Des Moines Register - Ron Paul: 'I sense a change in this country' (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/29/ron-paul-i-sense-a-change-in-this-county/)WBUR - Iowa Veterans For Paul Explain The Attraction (http://www.wbur.org/npr/144453489/iowa-veterans-for-paul-explain-the-attraction)Des Moines Register - Paul unelectable? That's not true (http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20111230/OPINION04/312300051/-1/SPORTS13/Paul-unelectable-s-not-true)Politico - Paul wants to check Fort Knox for gold (http://www.politico.com/blogs/burns-haberman/2011/12/paul-wants-to-check-fort-knox-for-gold-109085.html)Des Moines Register - Paul: Cutting spending not enough (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/29/paul-cutting-spending-not-enough/)Politico - Ron Paul slams Barack Obama on drone strikes (http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1211/70958.html)Omaha World-Herald - End income tax, Paul says in Bluffs (http://www.omaha.com/article/20111230/NEWS01/712309910/0)USA Today - Ron Paul: Won't 'water down beliefs' (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/ron-paul--iowa-caucuses-interview/52278332/1)Concord Monitor - Paul sees the bigger picture (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301078/paul-sees-the-bigger-picture)WND.com - Ron Paul: Stand tall for Middle America (http://www.wnd.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=382301)Salon - The excommunication of Ron Paul (http://www.salon.com/2011/12/30/the_excommunication_of_ron_paul/singleton/)Daily Beast - Ron Paul Got a Free Pass from the Press Until His Polls Soared (http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2011/12/30/ron-paul-got-a-free-pass-from-the-press-until-his-polls-soared.html)OpenPR - Ron Paul Racist claims backfire (http://www.openpr.com/news/205714/Ron-Paul-Racist-claims-backfire-polling-up-forces-GOP-critics-to-face-decisions.html)National Journal - Ron Paul's Fans: Will They Vote GOP in 2012? (http://www.nationaljournal.com/2012-presidential-campaign/ron-paul-s-fans-will-they-vote-gop-in-2012--20111230?mrefid=freehplead_4)Concord Monitor - Paul's supporters launch defense (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=newssearch&cd=294&ved=0CEAQqQIwAziiAg&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.concordmonitor.com%2Farticle% 2F301046%2Fpauls-supporters-launch-defense&ctbm=nws&ctbs=qdr%3Ad%2Csbd%3A1&ei=gNP9Ttb8Osa4twfj-dDQBg&usg=AFQjCNGa9ouME1TvEgbpBEqxmeE2VN8a0w)Christian Science Monitor - Why Mitt Romney isn't balking at strong voter support for Ron Paul (http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Elections/President/2011/1230/Why-Mitt-Romney-isn-t-balking-at-strong-voter-support-for-Ron-Paul)Plain Dealer - Everyone but Romney is worried about Paul (http://www.cleveland.com/nation/index.ssf/2011/12/everyone_but_romney_is_worried.html)CNN - In early book, Rep. Ron Paul criticized AIDS patients, minority ... (http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2011/12/30/in-early-book-rep-ron-paul-criticized-aids-patients-minority-rights-and-sexual-harassment-victims/)Examiner.com - Ron Paul campaign suddenly plays down anti-gay rights Pastor's ... (http://www.examiner.com/glbtq-issues-in-national/ron-paul-campaign-suddenly-plays-down-anti-gay-rights-pastor-s-endorsemen)CBS News - Ron Paul most "unacceptable" candidate, Iowa Republicans say (http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-503544_162-57350172-503544/ron-paul-most-unacceptable-candidate-iowa-republicans-say-in-new-poll/)Washington Post - Ron Paul on earmarks and 'corporate welfare' (Fact Checker biography) (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/fact-checker/post/ron-paul-on-earmarks-and-corporate-welfare-fact-checker-biography/2011/12/28/gIQAWjEaOP_blog.html)Dallas Blog - Hero of Earmarks: Ron Paul (http://www.dallasblog.com/201112301008641/dallas-blog/hero-of-earmarks-ron-paul.html)Bellingham Herald - Rick Santorum rips into Ron Paul (http://www.bellinghamherald.com/2011/12/29/2329246/rick-santorum-rips-into-ron-paul.html)Randolph Co. Tribune - Ron Paul thinks just about everything is unconstitutional (http://www.randolphcountyheraldtribune.com/community/blogs/applesauce/x2023107769/Ron-Paul-thinks-just-about-everything-is-unconstitutional)The New American - NH Paper Warns Against "Dangerous" Ron Paul (http://www.thenewamerican.com/opinion/959-jack-kenny/10372-nh-paper-warns-against-qdangerousq-ron-paul)International Business Times - Ron Paul 2012: Should We Hand Him the Economy? (http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/274310/20111230/ron-paul-2012-hand-economy.htm)Cape Cod Times - Rep. Ron Paul is too old to become U.S. president (http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20111230/OPINION/112300337/-1/NEWSMAP)American Thinker - To Get Ron Paul's Insanity, You Have To Understand Libertarianism (http://www.americanthinker.com/2011/12/to_get_ron_paul_you.html)The Hill - Jon Huntsman should stop attacking Ron Paul, and start challenging ... (http://thehill.com/blogs/pundits-blog/presidential-campaign/201749-jon-huntsman-should-stop-attacking-ron-paul-and-start-challenging-mitt-romney)The Last Word - Huntsman ad calls Paul 'unelectable' (http://thelastword.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/12/29/9813792-huntsman-ad-calls-paul-unelectable)NewsMax - Steve King: President Ron Paul Would Be 'Dangerous' (http://www.newsmax.com/InsideCover/king-paul-president-dangerous/2011/12/29/id/422543)Town Hall - Race Baiting and Ron Paul (http://townhall.com/columnists/mikeshedlock/2011/12/30/race_baiting_and_ron_paul)Concord Monitor - Huntsman takes Paul to task (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301045/huntsman-takes-paul-to-task)Opposing Views - Jon Huntsman Ad: Ron Paul Can't be Trusted (http://www.opposingviews.com/i/politics/2012-election/jon-huntsman-ad-ron-paul-cant-be-trusted)The Ledger - Romney, Eye on Paul, Digs in as He Bets on Iowa (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=newssearch&cd=359&ved=0CFMQqQIwCDjeAg&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.theledger.com%2Farticle%2F201 11229%2FZNYT02%2F112293017&ei=qtL9Tp6gH9GJtweq8djQBg&usg=AFQjCNELkzhK-CLwZvEBjqoHNo-n3P_PdA)Des Moines Register - Ron Paul: Newsletters haven't hurt me politically (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/30/ron-paul-newletters-havent-hurt-me-politically/)Des Moines Register - Paul has been consistent in newsletter comments (http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20111230/OPINION04/312300052/-1/SPORTS13/Paul-has-been-consistent-newsletter-comments)FrumForum - Racist Tragically Misunderstands Ron Paul's Message (http://www.frumforum.com/another-racist-tragically-misunderstands-ron-pauls-message)Caffeinated Thoughts - Ron Paul's Evolving Answer on His Newsletters (http://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2011/12/ron-pauls-evolving-answer-on-his-newsletters/)Mediaite - Andrea Tantaros: Ron Paul's Newsletter Comments Are 'Despicable ... (http://www.mediaite.com/tv/andrea-tantaros-ron-pauls-newsletter-comments-are-despicable-and-disgusting/)Washington Post - Bachmann stands firm on bribery allegation against Paul campaign (http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/bachmann-stands-firm-on-bribery-allegation-against-paul-campaign/2011/12/29/gIQAlpdRQP_story.html)Tribune Review - Bachmann points at Paul in aide's defection (http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/s_774260.html)Patch.com - Former Gary Johnson NH Staffers Back Ron Paul (http://concord-nh.patch.com/articles/former-gary-johnson-nh-staffers-back-ron-paul)Reason Online - Ron Paul Cheers and Jeers (http://reason.com/blog/2011/12/29/ron-paul-cheers-and-jeers-sopa-protest-b)Comedy Central - Rick Santorum Thinks Ron Paul Is So Old (http://www.indecisionforever.com/2011/12/30/rick-santorum-thinks-ron-paul-is-so-old/)Concord Monitor - What would Ron Paul do? (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301049/what-would-ron-paul-do)The Blaze - Don't bother Ron Paul while he eats breakfast (http://www.theblaze.com/blog/2011/12/29/dont-bother-ron-paul-while-he-eats-breakfast/)KARE - 5 Occupy protesters arrested at Paul campaign (http://www.kare11.com/news/national/article/953510/18/5-Occupy-protesters-arrested-at-Paul-campaign-)Daily Kos - Open thread: Ron Paul helped a fuzzy dude cut a piece of fruit (http://www.dailykos.com/story/2011/12/29/1049779/-Open-thread:-Ron-Paul-helped-a-fuzzy-dude-cut-a-piece-of-fruit)Starpulse - Michelle Branch Also Supports Republican Ron Paul (http://www.starpulse.com/news/index.php/2011/12/30/michelle_branch_also_supports_republic)Chicago Tribune - Kelly Clarkson endorses Ron Paul; incurs wrath from Twitter (http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/sns-la-kelly-clarkson-endorses-ron-paul-incurs-wrath-from-twitter-20111229,0,3092730.story)Houston Chronicle - TexMessage: Pop star backs Ron Paul to an unexpected backlash (http://blog.chron.com/txpotomac/2011/12/texmessage-pop-star-backs-ron-paul-to-an-unexpected-backlash/)Dallas Morning News - Kelly Clarkson criticized by fans for supporting Ron Paul (http://www.dallasnews.com/entertainment/music/headlines/20111229-kelly-clarkson-criticized-by-fans-for-supporting-ron-paul.ece)WA Today - Kelly Clarkson caught up in Twitter storm over Ron Paul (http://www.watoday.com.au/lifestyle/celebrity/kelly-clarkson-caught-up-in-twitter-storm-over-ron-paul-20111230-1pf0f.html)Seattle Post Intelligencer - Kelly Clarkson bombarded with abuse over Ron Paul support (http://blog.seattlepi.com/people/2011/12/29/kelly-clarkson-bombarded-with-abuse-over-ron-paul-support/)Mitt Romney:
Dallas Blog MSNBC's Financier Mitt Romney (http://www.dallasblog.com/201112291008640/dallas-blog/msnbc-s-financier-mitt-romney.html)Politico - Union Leader hits Romney on front page (http://www.politico.com/blogs/burns-haberman/2011/12/union-leader-hits-romney-on-front-page-109110.html)Chicago Tribune Mitt Romney's dog days (http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/columnists/ct-oped-1230-daum-20111230,0,4342555.column)CNN DNC video asks 'What is Mitt Romney hiding' in tax returns (http://www.cnn.com/2011/12/30/politics/romney-income-tax/)RealClearPolitics Romney and the Klan: A Cautionary Tale (http://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2011/12/30/romney_and_the_klan_a_cautionary_tale_112587.html) Des Moines Register Romney made effort to reach across aisle (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/30/romney-made-effort-to-reach-across-aisle/)RedState Mitt Romney Didn't Just Give Planned Parenthood Money, He Gave ... (http://www.redstate.com/erick/2011/12/30/mitt-romney-didnt-just-give-planned-parenthood-money-he-gave-them-extra-power/)National Review Online Mitt and Gay Marriage (http://www.nationalreview.com/articles/286813/mitt-and-gay-marriage-deroy-murdock)New York Times Romney, Eye on Paul, Digs In as He Bets on Iowa (http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/30/us/politics/mitt-romney-entrenches-in-iowa-with-eye-on-ron-paul.html)Chicago Tribune Romney looks more confident in Iowa vote run-up (http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/politics/sns-rt-us-usa-campaign-romneytre7bt02o-20111229,0,2770837.story)Ames Tribune - Romney shows more moderate side in Ames visit (http://amestrib.com/articles/2011/12/29/ames_tribune/news/doc4efd3de5583ed718534822.txt)Des Moines Register Mitt Romney projects confidence in Ames stop (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=newssearch&cd=173&ved=0CD8QqQIwAjiqAQ&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaucuses.desmoinesregister.com%2F 2011%2F12%2F29%2Fmitt-romney-projects-confidence-in-ames-stop%2F&ei=emD9TsHXH4Gztwezu8zQBg&usg=AFQjCNGbmImGnPpbj6yMAICjhMfO6KyEGQ)Patch.com Romney Talks Patriotism in Ames Campaign Stop Thursday (http://ames.patch.com/articles/romney-in-ames)New York Post Romney on a roll with 6-pt. lead over prez (http://www.nypost.com/p/news/national/romney_on_roll_with_pt_lead_over_K2i4npqtPUzcqlcCq 4dZrL)The Hill Polls show Romney gaining steam (http://thehill.com/blogs/ballot-box/polls/201723-polls-show-romney-gaining-steam)Washington Post Romney prepares aggressive Iowa finish (http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/romney-prepares-aggressive-iowa-finish/2011/12/29/gIQAHFeLPP_story.html)Wall Street Journal Sensing Iowa Win, Romney Plans Late Push (http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970203899504577129041209495610.html)T echnorati Bad News For Romney: He Might Win Iowa (http://technorati.com/politics/article/bad-news-for-romney-he-might/)MSNBC For Romney in Iowa, what a difference five months makes (http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/12/29/9812589-for-romney-in-iowa-what-a-difference-five-months-makes)Fox News Romney Responds to Surge in National Polls (WATCH) (http://nation.foxnews.com/mitt-romney/2011/12/29/romney-responds-surge-national-polls-watch)Washington Times Romney 1st candidate to qualify for D.C. primary (http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/dec/29/gop-presidential-hopefuls-not-taking-dc-primary-fo/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS)KRNV Romney airs new ad in Iowa (http://www.mynews4.com/news/story/Romney-airs-new-ad-in-Iowa/O0JjtQZ1HUKAPJVwEu7DJg.cspx)Politico David Lane blasts Romney-Drudge-Coulter axis (http://www.politico.com/blogs/burns-haberman/2011/12/david-lane-blasts-romneydrudgecoulter-axis-109098.html)The State Column Senator Richard Burr endorses Mitt Romney (http://www.thestatecolumn.com/articles/senator-richard-burr-endorses-mitt-romney/)San Francisco Luxury News In Endorsement Switch, Tea Party's Distaste for Romney (http://sfluxe.com/2011/12/29/in-endorsement-switch-tea-partys-distaste-for-romney-abc-news/)NJ Newsroom Christie in Iowa Friday to campaign for Romney (http://www.newjerseynewsroom.com/nation/christie-in-iowa-friday-to-campaign-for-romney)Bloomberg Romney Seeks Connection in Patriotic Songs, Childhood Memories (http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-12-30/romney-seeks-connection-in-patriotic-songs-childhood-memories.html)Politico - Mitt Romney is wild like a stallion (http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1211/70951.html)NewsBusters Morning Joe: Portman Predicted As Romney VP Pick (http://newsbusters.org/blogs/mark-finkelstein/2011/12/30/morning-joe-portman-predicted-romney-vp-pick)San Francisco Chronicle Mitt Romney: 'Big Bird is going to have advertisements' (http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/sfmoms/detail?entry_id=104873&tsp=1)RealClearPolitics Unruffled Romney Looks to November and Beyond (http://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2011/12/30/unruffled_romney_looks_to_november_and_beyond.html )USA Today Romney: Business expertise means better direction (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/mitt-romney-iowa-caucuses-interview/52278328/1)Daily Beast Romney: Obama's Like Marie Antoinette (http://www.thedailybeast.com/cheats/2011/12/29/romney-obama-s-like-marie-antoinette.html)Business Week Romney Says Presidential Campaign Good Way to Make New Friends (http://www.businessweek.com/news/2011-12-29/romney-says-presidential-campaign-good-way-to-make-new-friends.html)Newt Gingrich:
Human Events Ron Paul - Newt Gingrich feud dates to 1996 (http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=48446)
Concord Monitor No sign of Gingrich's 'compassion' (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301077/no-sign-of-gingrichs-compassion)Chicago Tribune - Newt Gingrich wants to talk jobs and economy (http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/politics/sns-ap-us-gingrich-off-message,0,2306844.story)Washington Post Gingrich's closing argument in Iowa: I'm the true conservative (http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/gingrichs-closing-argument-in-iowa-im-the-true-conservative/2011/12/29/gIQAyv0ePP_story.html)Des Moines Register Iowan to Newt Gingrich: Your campaign misteps are concerning (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/29/iowan-to-newt-gingrich-your-campaign-misteps-are-concerning/)The State Column Newt Gingrich addresses his political past in Iowa (http://www.thestatecolumn.com/articles/newt-gingrich-addresses-his-political-past-in-iowa/)Politico Newt Gingrich: Dont send an amateur to the White House (http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1211/70953.html)BusinessWeek Gingrich Campaign Sees Revolutionary Crossing in Race for Cash (http://www.businessweek.com/news/2011-12-30/gingrich-campaign-sees-revolutionary-crossing-in-race-for-cash.html)Des Moines Register Gingrich isn't concerned with poll slide (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/29/gingrich-isnt-concerned-with-poll-slide/)Concord Monitor Gingrich camp sweetens the pot (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301048/gingrich-camp-sweetens-the-pot)CBS News Lawsuit seeks to get Gingrich on Va. ballot (http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-250_162-57350042/lawsuit-seeks-to-get-gingrich-on-va-ballot/)ABC News Newt Gingrich Considering Joining Rick Perry's Virginia Lawsuit (http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/politics/2011/12/newt-gingrich-considering-joining-rick-perrys-virginia-lawsuit/)Washington Times No. Va. lawyer files suit to get Gingrich on Virginia ballot (http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/dec/29/no-va-lawyer-files-suit-get-gingrich-virginia-ball/)CNN - Nearly half of Iowa ads attack Gingrich (http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2011/12/30/nearly-half-of-iowa-ads-attack-gingrich/)Tucson Citizen 'Super PACs' boost Gingrich's rivals (http://tucsoncitizen.com/usa-today-news/2011/12/29/super-pacs-boost-gingrichs-rivals/)USA Today 'Super PACs' add millions to efforts against Gingrich (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/super-pacs-target-newt-gingrich/52277454/1)Rick Perry:
The Blaze New Perry ad attacks everyone but Romney (http://www.theblaze.com/blog/2011/12/29/new-perry-ad-attacks-everyone-but-romney/)Newser Rick Perry Forgets Landmark Lawrence v. Texas Sodomy Case (http://www.newser.com/story/136455/rick-perry-forgets-landmark-lawrence-v-texas-sodomy-case.html)WHSV Judge Denies Perry's Request to be on Virginia Primary Ballot (http://www.whsv.com/virginiaap/headlines/Judge_Denies_Perrys_Request_to_be_on_Virginia_Prim ary_Ballot_136414098.html)Concord Monitor Forbes does his best Perry (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301088/forbes-does-his-best-perry)RealClearPolitics Rick Perry: Santorum A "Prolific Earmarker" (http://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2011/12/29/rick_perry_santorum_a_prolific_earmarker.html)Aust in American-Statesman Perry goes after Santorum over earmarks (http://www.statesman.com/news/texas-politics/perry-goes-after-santorum-over-earmarks-faces-questions-2067132.html)USA Today Rick Perry: Texan is undeterred (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/rick-perry--iowa-caucuses-interview/52278330/1)The State Perry fights to claw way back into contention (http://www.thestate.com/2011/12/29/2095221/perry-fights-to-claw-way-back.html)Reuters Struggling Perry looks to Texas Invasion in Iowa (http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/12/30/us-usa-campaign-perry-idUSTRE7BT03J20111230)Washington Times Perry gets time to have name put on Va. ballot (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=newssearch&cd=94&ved=0CD8QqQIwAzha&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.washingtontimes.com%2Fnews%2F 2011%2Fdec%2F29%2Fperry-campaign-argues-be-included-va-ballot%2F%3Futm_source%3DRSS_Feed%26utm_medium%3DR SS&ei=3lv9TsnxKoygtweIoZHQBg&usg=AFQjCNHe6OcvOhteW9q08_0b3mGjAYOeDg)Michelle Bachmann:
Salon - GOP's Bachmann Limps To Iowa Caucus Finish Line (http://www.salon.com/2011/12/30/gops_bachmann_limps_to_iowa_caucus_finish_line/)
Opposing Views Delusional Michele Bachman: "Unbelievable Momentum for Me" (http://www.opposingviews.com/i/politics/2012-election/delusional-michele-bachman-unbelievable-momentum-me)RealClearPolitics Bachmann Says It Would Take A "Miracle" To Win Iowa (http://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2011/12/29/bachmann_says_it_would_take_a_miracle_to_win_iowa. html)Des Moines Register Bachmann ends 99-county tour in Nevada (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/30/bachmann-ends-99-county-tour-in-nevada/)USA Today Michele Bachmann: No 'policy skeletons' (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/michele-bachmann--iowa-caucuses-interview/52278340/1)New York Times Bachmann Strikes Thatcher Comparison in Iowa (http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/12/29/bachmann-strikes-thatcher-comparison-in-iowa/)Caffeinated Thoughts $30000 Plus For Sorenson Switch to Ron Paul? (http://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2011/12/30000-plus-for-sorenson-switch-to-ron-paul-bachmann-apparently-telling-the-truth/)Washington Post Bachmann stands firm on bribery allegation against Paul campaign (http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/bachmann-stands-firm-on-bribery-allegation-against-paul-campaign/2011/12/29/gIQAlpdRQP_story.html)Des Moines Register Bachmann reasserts that defector was paid (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/30/bachmann-reasserts-that-defector-was-paid/)Reuters Bachmann campaign loses second key staffer (http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/12/30/us-usa-campaign-bachmann-idUSTRE7BT05020111230)Iowa Politics IowaPolitics.com: Sorenson switches from Bachmann to Paul six days ... (http://www.iowapolitics.com/index.iml?Article=256949)Tribune Review Bachmann points at Paul in aide's defection (http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/s_774260.html)Reuters Blogs Bachmann's former Iowa chair denies taking money from Paul (http://blogs.reuters.com/talesfromthetrail/2011/12/29/bachmanns-former-iowa-chair-denies-taking-money-from-paul/)ABC News Michele Bachmann's Iowa Chair Defects to Ron Paul (http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/politics/2011/12/michelle-bachmanns-iowa-chair-defects-to-ron-paul/)Opposing Views Michele Bachmann Spins Defection of Iowa Chairman to Ron Paul (http://www.opposingviews.com/i/politics/2012-election/michele-bachmann-spins-defection-iowa-chairman-ron-paul)U.S. Election News Bachmann's Iowa State Campaign Chair Defects, Supports Paul (http://uselectionnews.org/bachmann%E2%80%99s-iowa-state-campaign-chair-defects-supports-paul/855803/)CNN TRENDING: Top Bachmann aide out after flap over campaign switch (http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2011/12/29/top-bachmann-aide-out-after-flap-over-campaign-switch/)Press TV Bachmann defector rejects claim of being bought off by Paul camp (http://presstv.com/usdetail/218417.html)
NBC Sports Michelle Bachmann's unholy Iowa-Iowa State jersey goes against ... (http://offthebench.nbcsports.com/2011/12/29/michelle-bachmanns-unholy-iowa-iowa-state-jersey-goes-against-laws-of-nature-and-man-video/)Minneapolis Star Tribune Michele Bachmann needs Tim Tebow (http://www.startribune.com/opinion/otherviews/136401888.html)Rick Santorum:
Des Moines Register Santorum: No cuts to defense budget if I'm elected president (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/29/santorum-no-cuts-to-defense-budget-if-im-elected-president/)Washington Post - What's after Iowa for Santorum? (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/right-turn/post/whats-after-iowa-for-santorum/2011/12/29/gIQAA9nBPP_blog.html)Washington Post - NBC-Marist poll confirms Santorum surge (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/the-fix/post/nbc-marist-poll-confirms-santorum-surge/2011/12/30/gIQAHs3GQP_blog.html)Washington Times - Rick Santorum's path to victory (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/the-fix/post/rick-santorums-path-to-victory/2011/12/29/gIQA3b8TPP_blog.html)American Spectator - Rick Santorum Tells Ann Coulter to 'Get Her Facts Straight' (http://spectator.org/blog/2011/12/30/rick-santorum-tells-ann-coulte)TIME - Why Rick Santorum Is No Social Conservative Savior (http://swampland.time.com/2011/12/30/why-rick-santorum-is-no-social-conservative-savior/)Des Moines Register Santorum says he's proud of some earmarks votes (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/30/santorum-says-hes-proud-of-some-earmarks-votes/)Seattle Times Iowa's GOP finally taking notice of Santorum (http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017122437_santorum30.html)New York Times Santorum Events Reflect Rising Iowa Numbers (http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/30/us/politics/santorum-events-reflect-rising-iowa-numbers.html)Concord Monitor Santorum on the rise in Iowa (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301047/santorum-on-the-rise-in-iowa)Washington Post Santorum surges in Iowa (http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/santorum-surges-in-iowa/2011/12/29/gIQAsm7MPP_video.html)Miami Herald Rick Santorum, surging in Iowa, a test for future of retail politics (http://www.miamiherald.com/2011/12/29/2566413/rick-santorum-surging-in-iowa.html)USA Today Rick Santorum: Will his long courtship pay off? (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/rick-santorum-iowa-caucuses-interview/52278284/1)National Journal Rick Santorum Learns What Third Place in Iowa Is Like (http://www.nationaljournal.com/2012-presidential-campaign/rick-santorum-learns-what-third-place-in-iowa-is-like-20111229)National Journal - Can Rick Santorum Save Retail Politics? (http://www.nationaljournal.com/2012-presidential-campaign/can-rick-santorum-save-retail-politics--20111230?mrefid=election2012)Houston Chronicle Santorum battles for voters in Iowa (http://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Santorum-battles-for-voters-in-Iowa-2431944.php)Jon Huntsman:
The Last Word Huntsman ad calls Paul 'unelectable' (http://thelastword.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/12/29/9813792-huntsman-ad-calls-paul-unelectable)
Concord Monitor Huntsman takes Paul to task (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301045/huntsman-takes-paul-to-task)Opposing Views Jon Huntsman Ad: Ron Paul Can't be Trusted (http://www.opposingviews.com/i/politics/2012-election/jon-huntsman-ad-ron-paul-cant-be-trusted)WBUR Huntsman Getting More Attention In NH (http://www.wbur.org/2011/12/29/huntsman-new-hampshire)Boston Herald Alone in N.H., Jon Huntsman sees past Iowa (http://www.bostonherald.com/news/us_politics/view.bg?articleid=1391935&srvc=rss)Fox News Jon Huntsman Says Iowans 'Pick Corn,' Not Presidents (WATCH) (http://nation.foxnews.com/jon-huntsman/2011/12/29/jon-huntsman-says-iowans-pick-corn-not-presidents-watch)Reuters Republican Huntsman shuns Iowa, bets on N. Hampshire (http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/12/30/us-usa-campaign-huntsman-idUSTRE7BT01220111230)The Boston Globe Jon Huntsman faces skepticism about his GOP presidential bid (http://bostonglobe.com/news/politics/2011/12/29/jon-huntsman-faces-skepticism-about-his-gop-presidential-bid-primary-day-nears/Skuz5lS13yeKbgbWjtjpzO/story.html)Seacoastonline.com Huntsman for President 'Restoring Trust' tour detail (http://www.seacoastonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20111229/NEWS/111229715/-1/NEWSMAP)Multiple Candidates:
GOPUSA Is Santorum this week's Gingrich, Cain, Perry, Bachmann? (http://www.gopusa.com/theloft/2011/12/30/is-santorum-this-weeks-gingrich-cain-perry-bachmann/)
Caucus/Primary News:
Patch.com - Primary Expectations Game Begins (http://concord-nh.patch.com/articles/mitt-romney-leads-nh-primary-countdown)
CNN - A new political reality with Iowa caucuses (http://www.cnn.com/2011/12/30/politics/iowa-political-reality/index.html)Coalitions-Related News:
ECONOMY
New York Times - Index Points to Weakness in Chinese Economy (http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/31/business/global/index-points-to-weakness-in-chinese-economy.html)
Washington Post - With economy faltering, debt crisis raging, Europe is down (http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/markets/with-economy-faltering-debt-crisis-raging-europe-is-down-on-euros-on-their-10th-birthday/2011/12/30/gIQApue3PP_story.html)HEALTH CARE
FOREIGN POLICY
The National Interest Online - Obama and the GOP on Foreign Policy: Reactive vs. Frivolous (http://nationalinterest.org/commentary/obama-the-gop-foreign-policy-reactive-vs-frivolous-6330)ENERGY
NBC News/Marist Poll, Iowa: Romney 22%, Paul 19%, Undecided 16%, Perry/Gingrich 13%, Santorum 11% (http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/i/MSNBC/Sections/NEWS/A_Politics/_Today_Stories_Teases/Iowapoll111230nbcmarist.pdf)
Among likely voters in Iowa: Romney 23%, Paul 21%, Santorum 15%, Perry 14%, Gingrich 13%, Bachmann 6%, Huntsman 2%
Ron Paul:
PBS Newshour - Iowa Dispatch: After 'Christmas With Ron Paul,' a Texas Respite (http://www.pbs.org/newshour/rundown/2011/12/iowa-dispatch-after-christmas-with-ron-paul-a-texas-respite.html)Washington Post - Ron Paul to spend New Year's in Texas (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/election-2012/post/ron-paul-to-spend-new-years-in-texas/2011/12/30/gIQAe8JSQP_blog.html)Omaha World-Herald - Hundreds cheer Ron Paul in Bluffs (http://www.omaha.com/article/20111229/NEWS01/111229596/-1)MSNBC - NBC poll: Mitt Romney, Ron Paul neck-and-neck in Iowa (http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/12/30/9822616-nbc-poll-mitt-romney-ron-paul-neck-and-neck-in-iowa-newt-gingrich-in-5th?chromedomain=usnews)CNN - Romney & Paul battle for top spot in new Iowa poll (http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2011/12/30/romney-paul-battle-for-top-spot-in-new-iowa-poll/)TPM - Ron Paul Doesn't Appeal To Evangelicals? Polls Say Otherwise (http://2012.talkingpointsmemo.com/2011/12/ron-paul-doesnt-appeal-to-evangelicals-polls-say-otherwise.php)The State Column - Gap between Ron Paul and Newt Gingrich grows in latest NH PPP poll (http://www.thestatecolumn.com/new-hampshire/gap-between-ron-paul-and-newt-gingrich-grows-in-latest-nh-ppp-poll/)CBS News - What happens if Ron Paul wins Iowa? (http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-503544_162-57350006-503544/what-happens-if-ron-paul-wins-iowa/)The State Column - James Carville on Ron Paul: 'He doesn't need to win to raise money' (http://www.thestatecolumn.com/iowa/james-carville-on-ron-paul-he-doesnt-need-to-win-to-raise-money/)Des Moines Register - Paul's vision may be unworkable, but he still has integrity (http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20111230/OPINION04/312300050/-1/SPORTS13/Paul-s-vision-may-unworkable-he-still-has-integrity)Examiner.com - Florida Ron Paul primary voters cannot be delegates at LP Florida ... (http://www.examiner.com/libertarian-in-west-palm-beach/florida-ron-paul-primary-voters-cannot-be-delegates-at-lp-florida-convention)Des Moines Register - Ron Paul: 'I sense a change in this country' (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/29/ron-paul-i-sense-a-change-in-this-county/)WBUR - Iowa Veterans For Paul Explain The Attraction (http://www.wbur.org/npr/144453489/iowa-veterans-for-paul-explain-the-attraction)Des Moines Register - Paul unelectable? That's not true (http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20111230/OPINION04/312300051/-1/SPORTS13/Paul-unelectable-s-not-true)Politico - Paul wants to check Fort Knox for gold (http://www.politico.com/blogs/burns-haberman/2011/12/paul-wants-to-check-fort-knox-for-gold-109085.html)Des Moines Register - Paul: Cutting spending not enough (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/29/paul-cutting-spending-not-enough/)Politico - Ron Paul slams Barack Obama on drone strikes (http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1211/70958.html)Omaha World-Herald - End income tax, Paul says in Bluffs (http://www.omaha.com/article/20111230/NEWS01/712309910/0)USA Today - Ron Paul: Won't 'water down beliefs' (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/ron-paul--iowa-caucuses-interview/52278332/1)Concord Monitor - Paul sees the bigger picture (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301078/paul-sees-the-bigger-picture)WND.com - Ron Paul: Stand tall for Middle America (http://www.wnd.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=382301)Salon - The excommunication of Ron Paul (http://www.salon.com/2011/12/30/the_excommunication_of_ron_paul/singleton/)Daily Beast - Ron Paul Got a Free Pass from the Press Until His Polls Soared (http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2011/12/30/ron-paul-got-a-free-pass-from-the-press-until-his-polls-soared.html)OpenPR - Ron Paul Racist claims backfire (http://www.openpr.com/news/205714/Ron-Paul-Racist-claims-backfire-polling-up-forces-GOP-critics-to-face-decisions.html)National Journal - Ron Paul's Fans: Will They Vote GOP in 2012? (http://www.nationaljournal.com/2012-presidential-campaign/ron-paul-s-fans-will-they-vote-gop-in-2012--20111230?mrefid=freehplead_4)Concord Monitor - Paul's supporters launch defense (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=newssearch&cd=294&ved=0CEAQqQIwAziiAg&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.concordmonitor.com%2Farticle% 2F301046%2Fpauls-supporters-launch-defense&ctbm=nws&ctbs=qdr%3Ad%2Csbd%3A1&ei=gNP9Ttb8Osa4twfj-dDQBg&usg=AFQjCNGa9ouME1TvEgbpBEqxmeE2VN8a0w)Christian Science Monitor - Why Mitt Romney isn't balking at strong voter support for Ron Paul (http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Elections/President/2011/1230/Why-Mitt-Romney-isn-t-balking-at-strong-voter-support-for-Ron-Paul)Plain Dealer - Everyone but Romney is worried about Paul (http://www.cleveland.com/nation/index.ssf/2011/12/everyone_but_romney_is_worried.html)CNN - In early book, Rep. Ron Paul criticized AIDS patients, minority ... (http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2011/12/30/in-early-book-rep-ron-paul-criticized-aids-patients-minority-rights-and-sexual-harassment-victims/)Examiner.com - Ron Paul campaign suddenly plays down anti-gay rights Pastor's ... (http://www.examiner.com/glbtq-issues-in-national/ron-paul-campaign-suddenly-plays-down-anti-gay-rights-pastor-s-endorsemen)CBS News - Ron Paul most "unacceptable" candidate, Iowa Republicans say (http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-503544_162-57350172-503544/ron-paul-most-unacceptable-candidate-iowa-republicans-say-in-new-poll/)Washington Post - Ron Paul on earmarks and 'corporate welfare' (Fact Checker biography) (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/fact-checker/post/ron-paul-on-earmarks-and-corporate-welfare-fact-checker-biography/2011/12/28/gIQAWjEaOP_blog.html)Dallas Blog - Hero of Earmarks: Ron Paul (http://www.dallasblog.com/201112301008641/dallas-blog/hero-of-earmarks-ron-paul.html)Bellingham Herald - Rick Santorum rips into Ron Paul (http://www.bellinghamherald.com/2011/12/29/2329246/rick-santorum-rips-into-ron-paul.html)Randolph Co. Tribune - Ron Paul thinks just about everything is unconstitutional (http://www.randolphcountyheraldtribune.com/community/blogs/applesauce/x2023107769/Ron-Paul-thinks-just-about-everything-is-unconstitutional)The New American - NH Paper Warns Against "Dangerous" Ron Paul (http://www.thenewamerican.com/opinion/959-jack-kenny/10372-nh-paper-warns-against-qdangerousq-ron-paul)International Business Times - Ron Paul 2012: Should We Hand Him the Economy? (http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/274310/20111230/ron-paul-2012-hand-economy.htm)Cape Cod Times - Rep. Ron Paul is too old to become U.S. president (http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20111230/OPINION/112300337/-1/NEWSMAP)American Thinker - To Get Ron Paul's Insanity, You Have To Understand Libertarianism (http://www.americanthinker.com/2011/12/to_get_ron_paul_you.html)The Hill - Jon Huntsman should stop attacking Ron Paul, and start challenging ... (http://thehill.com/blogs/pundits-blog/presidential-campaign/201749-jon-huntsman-should-stop-attacking-ron-paul-and-start-challenging-mitt-romney)The Last Word - Huntsman ad calls Paul 'unelectable' (http://thelastword.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/12/29/9813792-huntsman-ad-calls-paul-unelectable)NewsMax - Steve King: President Ron Paul Would Be 'Dangerous' (http://www.newsmax.com/InsideCover/king-paul-president-dangerous/2011/12/29/id/422543)Town Hall - Race Baiting and Ron Paul (http://townhall.com/columnists/mikeshedlock/2011/12/30/race_baiting_and_ron_paul)Concord Monitor - Huntsman takes Paul to task (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301045/huntsman-takes-paul-to-task)Opposing Views - Jon Huntsman Ad: Ron Paul Can't be Trusted (http://www.opposingviews.com/i/politics/2012-election/jon-huntsman-ad-ron-paul-cant-be-trusted)The Ledger - Romney, Eye on Paul, Digs in as He Bets on Iowa (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=newssearch&cd=359&ved=0CFMQqQIwCDjeAg&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.theledger.com%2Farticle%2F201 11229%2FZNYT02%2F112293017&ei=qtL9Tp6gH9GJtweq8djQBg&usg=AFQjCNELkzhK-CLwZvEBjqoHNo-n3P_PdA)Des Moines Register - Ron Paul: Newsletters haven't hurt me politically (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/30/ron-paul-newletters-havent-hurt-me-politically/)Des Moines Register - Paul has been consistent in newsletter comments (http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20111230/OPINION04/312300052/-1/SPORTS13/Paul-has-been-consistent-newsletter-comments)FrumForum - Racist Tragically Misunderstands Ron Paul's Message (http://www.frumforum.com/another-racist-tragically-misunderstands-ron-pauls-message)Caffeinated Thoughts - Ron Paul's Evolving Answer on His Newsletters (http://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2011/12/ron-pauls-evolving-answer-on-his-newsletters/)Mediaite - Andrea Tantaros: Ron Paul's Newsletter Comments Are 'Despicable ... (http://www.mediaite.com/tv/andrea-tantaros-ron-pauls-newsletter-comments-are-despicable-and-disgusting/)Washington Post - Bachmann stands firm on bribery allegation against Paul campaign (http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/bachmann-stands-firm-on-bribery-allegation-against-paul-campaign/2011/12/29/gIQAlpdRQP_story.html)Tribune Review - Bachmann points at Paul in aide's defection (http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/s_774260.html)Patch.com - Former Gary Johnson NH Staffers Back Ron Paul (http://concord-nh.patch.com/articles/former-gary-johnson-nh-staffers-back-ron-paul)Reason Online - Ron Paul Cheers and Jeers (http://reason.com/blog/2011/12/29/ron-paul-cheers-and-jeers-sopa-protest-b)Comedy Central - Rick Santorum Thinks Ron Paul Is So Old (http://www.indecisionforever.com/2011/12/30/rick-santorum-thinks-ron-paul-is-so-old/)Concord Monitor - What would Ron Paul do? (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301049/what-would-ron-paul-do)The Blaze - Don't bother Ron Paul while he eats breakfast (http://www.theblaze.com/blog/2011/12/29/dont-bother-ron-paul-while-he-eats-breakfast/)KARE - 5 Occupy protesters arrested at Paul campaign (http://www.kare11.com/news/national/article/953510/18/5-Occupy-protesters-arrested-at-Paul-campaign-)Daily Kos - Open thread: Ron Paul helped a fuzzy dude cut a piece of fruit (http://www.dailykos.com/story/2011/12/29/1049779/-Open-thread:-Ron-Paul-helped-a-fuzzy-dude-cut-a-piece-of-fruit)Starpulse - Michelle Branch Also Supports Republican Ron Paul (http://www.starpulse.com/news/index.php/2011/12/30/michelle_branch_also_supports_republic)Chicago Tribune - Kelly Clarkson endorses Ron Paul; incurs wrath from Twitter (http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/sns-la-kelly-clarkson-endorses-ron-paul-incurs-wrath-from-twitter-20111229,0,3092730.story)Houston Chronicle - TexMessage: Pop star backs Ron Paul to an unexpected backlash (http://blog.chron.com/txpotomac/2011/12/texmessage-pop-star-backs-ron-paul-to-an-unexpected-backlash/)Dallas Morning News - Kelly Clarkson criticized by fans for supporting Ron Paul (http://www.dallasnews.com/entertainment/music/headlines/20111229-kelly-clarkson-criticized-by-fans-for-supporting-ron-paul.ece)WA Today - Kelly Clarkson caught up in Twitter storm over Ron Paul (http://www.watoday.com.au/lifestyle/celebrity/kelly-clarkson-caught-up-in-twitter-storm-over-ron-paul-20111230-1pf0f.html)Seattle Post Intelligencer - Kelly Clarkson bombarded with abuse over Ron Paul support (http://blog.seattlepi.com/people/2011/12/29/kelly-clarkson-bombarded-with-abuse-over-ron-paul-support/)Mitt Romney:
Dallas Blog MSNBC's Financier Mitt Romney (http://www.dallasblog.com/201112291008640/dallas-blog/msnbc-s-financier-mitt-romney.html)Politico - Union Leader hits Romney on front page (http://www.politico.com/blogs/burns-haberman/2011/12/union-leader-hits-romney-on-front-page-109110.html)Chicago Tribune Mitt Romney's dog days (http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/columnists/ct-oped-1230-daum-20111230,0,4342555.column)CNN DNC video asks 'What is Mitt Romney hiding' in tax returns (http://www.cnn.com/2011/12/30/politics/romney-income-tax/)RealClearPolitics Romney and the Klan: A Cautionary Tale (http://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2011/12/30/romney_and_the_klan_a_cautionary_tale_112587.html) Des Moines Register Romney made effort to reach across aisle (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/30/romney-made-effort-to-reach-across-aisle/)RedState Mitt Romney Didn't Just Give Planned Parenthood Money, He Gave ... (http://www.redstate.com/erick/2011/12/30/mitt-romney-didnt-just-give-planned-parenthood-money-he-gave-them-extra-power/)National Review Online Mitt and Gay Marriage (http://www.nationalreview.com/articles/286813/mitt-and-gay-marriage-deroy-murdock)New York Times Romney, Eye on Paul, Digs In as He Bets on Iowa (http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/30/us/politics/mitt-romney-entrenches-in-iowa-with-eye-on-ron-paul.html)Chicago Tribune Romney looks more confident in Iowa vote run-up (http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/politics/sns-rt-us-usa-campaign-romneytre7bt02o-20111229,0,2770837.story)Ames Tribune - Romney shows more moderate side in Ames visit (http://amestrib.com/articles/2011/12/29/ames_tribune/news/doc4efd3de5583ed718534822.txt)Des Moines Register Mitt Romney projects confidence in Ames stop (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=newssearch&cd=173&ved=0CD8QqQIwAjiqAQ&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaucuses.desmoinesregister.com%2F 2011%2F12%2F29%2Fmitt-romney-projects-confidence-in-ames-stop%2F&ei=emD9TsHXH4Gztwezu8zQBg&usg=AFQjCNGbmImGnPpbj6yMAICjhMfO6KyEGQ)Patch.com Romney Talks Patriotism in Ames Campaign Stop Thursday (http://ames.patch.com/articles/romney-in-ames)New York Post Romney on a roll with 6-pt. lead over prez (http://www.nypost.com/p/news/national/romney_on_roll_with_pt_lead_over_K2i4npqtPUzcqlcCq 4dZrL)The Hill Polls show Romney gaining steam (http://thehill.com/blogs/ballot-box/polls/201723-polls-show-romney-gaining-steam)Washington Post Romney prepares aggressive Iowa finish (http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/romney-prepares-aggressive-iowa-finish/2011/12/29/gIQAHFeLPP_story.html)Wall Street Journal Sensing Iowa Win, Romney Plans Late Push (http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970203899504577129041209495610.html)T echnorati Bad News For Romney: He Might Win Iowa (http://technorati.com/politics/article/bad-news-for-romney-he-might/)MSNBC For Romney in Iowa, what a difference five months makes (http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/12/29/9812589-for-romney-in-iowa-what-a-difference-five-months-makes)Fox News Romney Responds to Surge in National Polls (WATCH) (http://nation.foxnews.com/mitt-romney/2011/12/29/romney-responds-surge-national-polls-watch)Washington Times Romney 1st candidate to qualify for D.C. primary (http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/dec/29/gop-presidential-hopefuls-not-taking-dc-primary-fo/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS)KRNV Romney airs new ad in Iowa (http://www.mynews4.com/news/story/Romney-airs-new-ad-in-Iowa/O0JjtQZ1HUKAPJVwEu7DJg.cspx)Politico David Lane blasts Romney-Drudge-Coulter axis (http://www.politico.com/blogs/burns-haberman/2011/12/david-lane-blasts-romneydrudgecoulter-axis-109098.html)The State Column Senator Richard Burr endorses Mitt Romney (http://www.thestatecolumn.com/articles/senator-richard-burr-endorses-mitt-romney/)San Francisco Luxury News In Endorsement Switch, Tea Party's Distaste for Romney (http://sfluxe.com/2011/12/29/in-endorsement-switch-tea-partys-distaste-for-romney-abc-news/)NJ Newsroom Christie in Iowa Friday to campaign for Romney (http://www.newjerseynewsroom.com/nation/christie-in-iowa-friday-to-campaign-for-romney)Bloomberg Romney Seeks Connection in Patriotic Songs, Childhood Memories (http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-12-30/romney-seeks-connection-in-patriotic-songs-childhood-memories.html)Politico - Mitt Romney is wild like a stallion (http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1211/70951.html)NewsBusters Morning Joe: Portman Predicted As Romney VP Pick (http://newsbusters.org/blogs/mark-finkelstein/2011/12/30/morning-joe-portman-predicted-romney-vp-pick)San Francisco Chronicle Mitt Romney: 'Big Bird is going to have advertisements' (http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/sfmoms/detail?entry_id=104873&tsp=1)RealClearPolitics Unruffled Romney Looks to November and Beyond (http://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2011/12/30/unruffled_romney_looks_to_november_and_beyond.html )USA Today Romney: Business expertise means better direction (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/mitt-romney-iowa-caucuses-interview/52278328/1)Daily Beast Romney: Obama's Like Marie Antoinette (http://www.thedailybeast.com/cheats/2011/12/29/romney-obama-s-like-marie-antoinette.html)Business Week Romney Says Presidential Campaign Good Way to Make New Friends (http://www.businessweek.com/news/2011-12-29/romney-says-presidential-campaign-good-way-to-make-new-friends.html)Newt Gingrich:
Human Events Ron Paul - Newt Gingrich feud dates to 1996 (http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=48446)
Concord Monitor No sign of Gingrich's 'compassion' (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301077/no-sign-of-gingrichs-compassion)Chicago Tribune - Newt Gingrich wants to talk jobs and economy (http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/politics/sns-ap-us-gingrich-off-message,0,2306844.story)Washington Post Gingrich's closing argument in Iowa: I'm the true conservative (http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/gingrichs-closing-argument-in-iowa-im-the-true-conservative/2011/12/29/gIQAyv0ePP_story.html)Des Moines Register Iowan to Newt Gingrich: Your campaign misteps are concerning (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/29/iowan-to-newt-gingrich-your-campaign-misteps-are-concerning/)The State Column Newt Gingrich addresses his political past in Iowa (http://www.thestatecolumn.com/articles/newt-gingrich-addresses-his-political-past-in-iowa/)Politico Newt Gingrich: Dont send an amateur to the White House (http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1211/70953.html)BusinessWeek Gingrich Campaign Sees Revolutionary Crossing in Race for Cash (http://www.businessweek.com/news/2011-12-30/gingrich-campaign-sees-revolutionary-crossing-in-race-for-cash.html)Des Moines Register Gingrich isn't concerned with poll slide (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/29/gingrich-isnt-concerned-with-poll-slide/)Concord Monitor Gingrich camp sweetens the pot (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301048/gingrich-camp-sweetens-the-pot)CBS News Lawsuit seeks to get Gingrich on Va. ballot (http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-250_162-57350042/lawsuit-seeks-to-get-gingrich-on-va-ballot/)ABC News Newt Gingrich Considering Joining Rick Perry's Virginia Lawsuit (http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/politics/2011/12/newt-gingrich-considering-joining-rick-perrys-virginia-lawsuit/)Washington Times No. Va. lawyer files suit to get Gingrich on Virginia ballot (http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/dec/29/no-va-lawyer-files-suit-get-gingrich-virginia-ball/)CNN - Nearly half of Iowa ads attack Gingrich (http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2011/12/30/nearly-half-of-iowa-ads-attack-gingrich/)Tucson Citizen 'Super PACs' boost Gingrich's rivals (http://tucsoncitizen.com/usa-today-news/2011/12/29/super-pacs-boost-gingrichs-rivals/)USA Today 'Super PACs' add millions to efforts against Gingrich (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/super-pacs-target-newt-gingrich/52277454/1)Rick Perry:
The Blaze New Perry ad attacks everyone but Romney (http://www.theblaze.com/blog/2011/12/29/new-perry-ad-attacks-everyone-but-romney/)Newser Rick Perry Forgets Landmark Lawrence v. Texas Sodomy Case (http://www.newser.com/story/136455/rick-perry-forgets-landmark-lawrence-v-texas-sodomy-case.html)WHSV Judge Denies Perry's Request to be on Virginia Primary Ballot (http://www.whsv.com/virginiaap/headlines/Judge_Denies_Perrys_Request_to_be_on_Virginia_Prim ary_Ballot_136414098.html)Concord Monitor Forbes does his best Perry (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301088/forbes-does-his-best-perry)RealClearPolitics Rick Perry: Santorum A "Prolific Earmarker" (http://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2011/12/29/rick_perry_santorum_a_prolific_earmarker.html)Aust in American-Statesman Perry goes after Santorum over earmarks (http://www.statesman.com/news/texas-politics/perry-goes-after-santorum-over-earmarks-faces-questions-2067132.html)USA Today Rick Perry: Texan is undeterred (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/rick-perry--iowa-caucuses-interview/52278330/1)The State Perry fights to claw way back into contention (http://www.thestate.com/2011/12/29/2095221/perry-fights-to-claw-way-back.html)Reuters Struggling Perry looks to Texas Invasion in Iowa (http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/12/30/us-usa-campaign-perry-idUSTRE7BT03J20111230)Washington Times Perry gets time to have name put on Va. ballot (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=newssearch&cd=94&ved=0CD8QqQIwAzha&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.washingtontimes.com%2Fnews%2F 2011%2Fdec%2F29%2Fperry-campaign-argues-be-included-va-ballot%2F%3Futm_source%3DRSS_Feed%26utm_medium%3DR SS&ei=3lv9TsnxKoygtweIoZHQBg&usg=AFQjCNHe6OcvOhteW9q08_0b3mGjAYOeDg)Michelle Bachmann:
Salon - GOP's Bachmann Limps To Iowa Caucus Finish Line (http://www.salon.com/2011/12/30/gops_bachmann_limps_to_iowa_caucus_finish_line/)
Opposing Views Delusional Michele Bachman: "Unbelievable Momentum for Me" (http://www.opposingviews.com/i/politics/2012-election/delusional-michele-bachman-unbelievable-momentum-me)RealClearPolitics Bachmann Says It Would Take A "Miracle" To Win Iowa (http://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2011/12/29/bachmann_says_it_would_take_a_miracle_to_win_iowa. html)Des Moines Register Bachmann ends 99-county tour in Nevada (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/30/bachmann-ends-99-county-tour-in-nevada/)USA Today Michele Bachmann: No 'policy skeletons' (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/michele-bachmann--iowa-caucuses-interview/52278340/1)New York Times Bachmann Strikes Thatcher Comparison in Iowa (http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/12/29/bachmann-strikes-thatcher-comparison-in-iowa/)Caffeinated Thoughts $30000 Plus For Sorenson Switch to Ron Paul? (http://caffeinatedthoughts.com/2011/12/30000-plus-for-sorenson-switch-to-ron-paul-bachmann-apparently-telling-the-truth/)Washington Post Bachmann stands firm on bribery allegation against Paul campaign (http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/bachmann-stands-firm-on-bribery-allegation-against-paul-campaign/2011/12/29/gIQAlpdRQP_story.html)Des Moines Register Bachmann reasserts that defector was paid (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/30/bachmann-reasserts-that-defector-was-paid/)Reuters Bachmann campaign loses second key staffer (http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/12/30/us-usa-campaign-bachmann-idUSTRE7BT05020111230)Iowa Politics IowaPolitics.com: Sorenson switches from Bachmann to Paul six days ... (http://www.iowapolitics.com/index.iml?Article=256949)Tribune Review Bachmann points at Paul in aide's defection (http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/s_774260.html)Reuters Blogs Bachmann's former Iowa chair denies taking money from Paul (http://blogs.reuters.com/talesfromthetrail/2011/12/29/bachmanns-former-iowa-chair-denies-taking-money-from-paul/)ABC News Michele Bachmann's Iowa Chair Defects to Ron Paul (http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/politics/2011/12/michelle-bachmanns-iowa-chair-defects-to-ron-paul/)Opposing Views Michele Bachmann Spins Defection of Iowa Chairman to Ron Paul (http://www.opposingviews.com/i/politics/2012-election/michele-bachmann-spins-defection-iowa-chairman-ron-paul)U.S. Election News Bachmann's Iowa State Campaign Chair Defects, Supports Paul (http://uselectionnews.org/bachmann%E2%80%99s-iowa-state-campaign-chair-defects-supports-paul/855803/)CNN TRENDING: Top Bachmann aide out after flap over campaign switch (http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2011/12/29/top-bachmann-aide-out-after-flap-over-campaign-switch/)Press TV Bachmann defector rejects claim of being bought off by Paul camp (http://presstv.com/usdetail/218417.html)
NBC Sports Michelle Bachmann's unholy Iowa-Iowa State jersey goes against ... (http://offthebench.nbcsports.com/2011/12/29/michelle-bachmanns-unholy-iowa-iowa-state-jersey-goes-against-laws-of-nature-and-man-video/)Minneapolis Star Tribune Michele Bachmann needs Tim Tebow (http://www.startribune.com/opinion/otherviews/136401888.html)Rick Santorum:
Des Moines Register Santorum: No cuts to defense budget if I'm elected president (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/29/santorum-no-cuts-to-defense-budget-if-im-elected-president/)Washington Post - What's after Iowa for Santorum? (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/right-turn/post/whats-after-iowa-for-santorum/2011/12/29/gIQAA9nBPP_blog.html)Washington Post - NBC-Marist poll confirms Santorum surge (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/the-fix/post/nbc-marist-poll-confirms-santorum-surge/2011/12/30/gIQAHs3GQP_blog.html)Washington Times - Rick Santorum's path to victory (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/the-fix/post/rick-santorums-path-to-victory/2011/12/29/gIQA3b8TPP_blog.html)American Spectator - Rick Santorum Tells Ann Coulter to 'Get Her Facts Straight' (http://spectator.org/blog/2011/12/30/rick-santorum-tells-ann-coulte)TIME - Why Rick Santorum Is No Social Conservative Savior (http://swampland.time.com/2011/12/30/why-rick-santorum-is-no-social-conservative-savior/)Des Moines Register Santorum says he's proud of some earmarks votes (http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/30/santorum-says-hes-proud-of-some-earmarks-votes/)Seattle Times Iowa's GOP finally taking notice of Santorum (http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017122437_santorum30.html)New York Times Santorum Events Reflect Rising Iowa Numbers (http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/30/us/politics/santorum-events-reflect-rising-iowa-numbers.html)Concord Monitor Santorum on the rise in Iowa (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301047/santorum-on-the-rise-in-iowa)Washington Post Santorum surges in Iowa (http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/santorum-surges-in-iowa/2011/12/29/gIQAsm7MPP_video.html)Miami Herald Rick Santorum, surging in Iowa, a test for future of retail politics (http://www.miamiherald.com/2011/12/29/2566413/rick-santorum-surging-in-iowa.html)USA Today Rick Santorum: Will his long courtship pay off? (http://www.usatoday.com/news/politics/story/2011-12-29/rick-santorum-iowa-caucuses-interview/52278284/1)National Journal Rick Santorum Learns What Third Place in Iowa Is Like (http://www.nationaljournal.com/2012-presidential-campaign/rick-santorum-learns-what-third-place-in-iowa-is-like-20111229)National Journal - Can Rick Santorum Save Retail Politics? (http://www.nationaljournal.com/2012-presidential-campaign/can-rick-santorum-save-retail-politics--20111230?mrefid=election2012)Houston Chronicle Santorum battles for voters in Iowa (http://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Santorum-battles-for-voters-in-Iowa-2431944.php)Jon Huntsman:
The Last Word Huntsman ad calls Paul 'unelectable' (http://thelastword.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/12/29/9813792-huntsman-ad-calls-paul-unelectable)
Concord Monitor Huntsman takes Paul to task (http://www.concordmonitor.com/article/301045/huntsman-takes-paul-to-task)Opposing Views Jon Huntsman Ad: Ron Paul Can't be Trusted (http://www.opposingviews.com/i/politics/2012-election/jon-huntsman-ad-ron-paul-cant-be-trusted)WBUR Huntsman Getting More Attention In NH (http://www.wbur.org/2011/12/29/huntsman-new-hampshire)Boston Herald Alone in N.H., Jon Huntsman sees past Iowa (http://www.bostonherald.com/news/us_politics/view.bg?articleid=1391935&srvc=rss)Fox News Jon Huntsman Says Iowans 'Pick Corn,' Not Presidents (WATCH) (http://nation.foxnews.com/jon-huntsman/2011/12/29/jon-huntsman-says-iowans-pick-corn-not-presidents-watch)Reuters Republican Huntsman shuns Iowa, bets on N. Hampshire (http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/12/30/us-usa-campaign-huntsman-idUSTRE7BT01220111230)The Boston Globe Jon Huntsman faces skepticism about his GOP presidential bid (http://bostonglobe.com/news/politics/2011/12/29/jon-huntsman-faces-skepticism-about-his-gop-presidential-bid-primary-day-nears/Skuz5lS13yeKbgbWjtjpzO/story.html)Seacoastonline.com Huntsman for President 'Restoring Trust' tour detail (http://www.seacoastonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20111229/NEWS/111229715/-1/NEWSMAP)Multiple Candidates:
GOPUSA Is Santorum this week's Gingrich, Cain, Perry, Bachmann? (http://www.gopusa.com/theloft/2011/12/30/is-santorum-this-weeks-gingrich-cain-perry-bachmann/)
Caucus/Primary News:
Patch.com - Primary Expectations Game Begins (http://concord-nh.patch.com/articles/mitt-romney-leads-nh-primary-countdown)
CNN - A new political reality with Iowa caucuses (http://www.cnn.com/2011/12/30/politics/iowa-political-reality/index.html)Coalitions-Related News:
ECONOMY
New York Times - Index Points to Weakness in Chinese Economy (http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/31/business/global/index-points-to-weakness-in-chinese-economy.html)
Washington Post - With economy faltering, debt crisis raging, Europe is down (http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/markets/with-economy-faltering-debt-crisis-raging-europe-is-down-on-euros-on-their-10th-birthday/2011/12/30/gIQApue3PP_story.html)HEALTH CARE
FOREIGN POLICY
The National Interest Online - Obama and the GOP on Foreign Policy: Reactive vs. Frivolous (http://nationalinterest.org/commentary/obama-the-gop-foreign-policy-reactive-vs-frivolous-6330)ENERGY