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Romney attacked for Obama 'gifts' gaffeIn a continuing display of the cluelessness that led to his resounding campaign defeat, Mitt Romney last week told some of his wealthy donors that he lost because President Obama gave "gifts" to key constituencies like blacks, Hispanics and young people. In effect, Romney was accusing the president of buying their votes, in a stunningly off-base and factually incorrect post-election analysis that he provided on a private conference phone call. More » |
'Fiscal cliff' triggering fear, anxiety, ire among seniorsSAN FRANCISCO -- Since last week's win by President Barack Obama, the issues of aging and retirement have loomed just beneath the headlines. Women, youth and a record Latino vote were credited with the president's victory in key swing states. But it's Americans over the age of 50, especially those from immigrant and minority communities, who could have the most to gain -- and lose. More » |
