Republican John McCain, his presidential hopes battered by chaos in the American economy, has just three weeks left to come up with a consistent campaign message to close the widening gap. Full story
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Schieffer to lead last debate
John McCain and Barack Obama will meet for their last debate Wednesday, with CBS News' Bob Schieffer directing the discussion. Full story
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Obama supporter Gov. Jon Corzine, D-N.J., and McCain supporter Rob Portman discuss financial recovery plans.
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