Republicans' Outlook Dims for '08


	Republicans' Outlook Dims for '08

Kore7

6-16-2007 7:31 AM

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For the first time in 30 years, Texas may vote for a Democratic president. New surveys in the state show Clinton tying McCain and Giuliani in popular support.

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