Virginia Election News
Terry McAuliffe Opens Up Narrow Lead In Virginia Gubernatorial Race
Democrat Terry McAuliffe is up 43-38 over Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli, according to a new poll.
Virginia Gubernatorial Race Briefly Turns To Issues, Though Scandal Looms
The race between Democrat Terry McAuliffe and Republican Ken Cuccinelli may be about the issues for now, but it's certain to turn ugly later this year.
Maryland Election News
Republican Del. Ron George To Run For Maryland Governor
The field of candidates for Maryland governor is getting more crowded, as Republican Del. Ron George has signaled his intention to run for office.
Anthony Brown Tops List Of Likely Candidates For Maryland Governor In 2014
The dust has scarcely settled on the 2013 legislative session in Maryland, and already attention turns to who will be in the running for governor this time next year.
DC Election News
Tommy Wells To Kick Off D.C. Mayoral Campaign Saturday
In a move that should surprise few who watch D.C. politics closely, the Ward 6 council member will formerly announce his candidacy for mayor this weekend.
D.C. Council Members Look To Push Back April 1 Primary
Next year's D.C. Council primary may get moved back to June of next year, if a bill introduced by Council Chair Phil Mendelson and others passes.
National Election News
For GOP, Obama's 'Very Ideological' Speech Not Wearing Well
If President Obama's second inaugural speech did anything for conservatives, it was to reaffirm their suspicion of the president as an unreconstructed liberal. After a day of reflection, former vice presidential opponent Paul Ryan said it showed Obama as a "proud and confident liberal progressive."Friday News Roundup - International
Conservatives lose ground in Israeli elections. The U.S. provides support to France in Mali. And Britain's prime minister promises an EU membership vote. A panel of journalists joins Diane for analysis of the week's top international news stories.
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