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Chicago, Clinton camps feed Obama's team

Two main quarries are supplying the building blocks for President-elect Barack Obama's new administration. Full story

Obama: 'Millions of jobs' in danger
Obama invites a clash of ideas
APEC leaders vow no trade barriers

Many said protectionist measures would bring devastating consequences. Full story

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Is Alaska big enough for celebrity Palin?

Fresh from her political defeat, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin is juggling book, TV and film offers. Full story

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Transition transactions

Take a look at some of the high-profile departmental vacancies — and who Barack Obama is tagging to fill them.

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Former Secretary of State James Baker, Obama adviser Bill Daley, Sen. Joe Lieberman

Plus, a roundtable with Erin Burnett, Paul Ingrassia, Eugene Robinson and Chuck Todd.

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