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September 04, 2008: Headlines
Sarah Palin: the liberal voter's worst nightmare
Posted Thu, Sep 4, 10 p.m.
A longtime Republican enumerates the many ways by which Gov. Sarah Palin could become the most beloved national figure since Ronald Reagan.
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A decent speech by a decent man
Posted Thu, Sep 4, 10 p.m.
The convention hall podium is not his comfort zone. But Arizona Sen. John McCain gave an acceptance address that roused Republican National Convention delegates and likely played well to party faithful watching on TV. It will be a few days before polls show whether independents and undecideds found it as moving.
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The rebirth of activist theater
Posted Thu, Sep 4, 1 p.m.
Now in its third year, Puget Sound's BOLD theater group presents another round of consciousness-raising theater shows coupled with "Red Tent" events focused on the birthing experience.
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A classic evisceration speech by the running mate
Posted Thu, Sep 4, 6 a.m.
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin proved herself worthy of at least one thing with a rousing convention speech: She can fill the traditional role of attacker.
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