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 Can the candidates close the deal? Oct. 10: Democratic strategist Steve McMahon and Republican strategist Todd Harris talk about what each candidate needs to do in order to cement a lead in the polls and secure a win in November. |
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 McCain comes to Obama's defense Oct. 11: Sen. John McCain defended the character of Sen. Barack Obama recently but will not shy away from running a competitive campaign. NBC's Kelly O'Donnell reports. |
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