Posts Tagged ‘mettle’

Why are there so many presidential debates?

Thursday, January 26th, 2012

In the lore of the U.S. political system, debates are among the most hallowed of rituals. From Lincoln-Douglas on, they have been the moments when voters are supposed to have an opportunity to get to know their candidates, contrast their ideas, evaluate their mettle. Read full article > >

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Why are there so many presidential debates?

Two different speeches, two different Obamas

Tuesday, January 18th, 2011

Obama proved his mettle in Tucson, only to lose it in Washington.

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Obama Forces Showdown With G.O.P. on Arms Pact

Friday, November 19th, 2010

President Obama’s decision to confront Senate Republicans over arms control could be a test of his mettle heading into the final two years of his term.

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Obama Forces Showdown With G.O.P. on Arms Pact