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US Elections 2012

Presidential and congressional elections were held in the United States on November 6. Incumbent Democrat Barack Obama defeated Republican Mitt Romney. Control of Congress remained split between a Democratic majority in the House of Representatives and a Republican majority in the Senate.

Does Ryan Help or Hurt Romney in Swing States?

His plan to privatize Medicare is unlikely to play well with senior voters in Florida.

Nick OttensNick OttensAugust 12, 2012December 31, 2019

With Ryan, Romney Makes Election Ideological Contest

November’s election can be a debate on just how much government Americans want.

Nick OttensNick OttensAugust 11, 2012January 2, 2020

Romney Offends Palestinians with “Culture” Remark

The Republican candidate offends the Palestinians by questioning their economic performance.

Avatar photoDaniel DePetrisAugust 1, 2012December 31, 2019

Mitt Romney’s Israel Policy Wouldn’t Be Very Different

The Republican promises to do the “opposite” on Israel from Barack Obama, but that is unlikely.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 31, 2012December 31, 2019

Romney Urges Spending, Tax Cuts to “Ignite Growth”

The Republican candidate insists “the only solution” is cutting spending.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 18, 2012December 31, 2019

Romney’s Election Strategy Hinges on Florida, Ohio

The Republican presidential candidate cannot afford to lose either battleground state.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 4, 2012December 5, 2017

Republicans Believe Obama Vulnerable On Coal

Conservatives are glad to point out the president’s perceived hostility to coal, but the industry’s greatest rival is natural gas.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 23, 2012November 23, 2018

Democrats Try to Frame Election as Vote on Equality

Barack Obama’s party knows it cannot win on the economy, so it’s changing the conversation.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 11, 2012November 28, 2017

Obama, Romney Tied in Election Swing States

Neither candidate has taken a clear lead in the states that will decide the election.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 6, 2012August 23, 2017

“It’s Still About the Economy, And We’re Not Stupid”

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney announces “the start of a new campaign.”

Nick OttensNick OttensApril 25, 2012December 31, 2019

Romney Says Obama’s Policies “Kill Jobs”

The likely Republican presidential candidate said the United States should lower the tax and regulatory burden on businesses.

Nick OttensNick OttensApril 3, 2012August 23, 2017

India Should Prefer a Republican President

Historically, Republicans in the White House have been far more beneficial to India’s interests than Democrats.

Avatar photoBalaji ChandramohanMarch 20, 2012July 2, 2020

Three-Way Tie in Republican Primaries Deep South

Neither Newt Gingrich nor Rick Santorum manages to beat Mitt Romney decisively.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 14, 2012November 25, 2014

Should Republicans Focus on Taking Back Congress?

American conservatives can reclaim control of the legislature in November.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 8, 2012October 24, 2021

With Romney, Republicans Could Suffer “Historic Defeat”

Former Florida congressman Joe Scarborough says others should join the race or Republicans will lose the presidency.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 8, 2012November 24, 2014

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