Rahm Emanuel

Rahm Emanuel

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  Chicago mayor shifting to pro-Obama super PAC

  President Barack Obama's national campaign co-chairman, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, is stepping down to help raise money for a "super" political ... 

• Some Obama programs embellished by Democrats

  Speakers at the Democratic National Convention portrayed President Barack Obama's presidency in glowing terms Tuesday evening, but sometimes left out ... 

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  Emanuel: Clinton will offer clear vision for Dems

  Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel says former President Bill Clinton will help Democrats offer a clear vision of the future when he takes the podium at the ... 

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  CONVENTION WATCH: Michelle's words, Julian Castro

  Convention Watch shows you the 2012 political conventions through the eyes of Associated Press journalists. Follow them on Twitter where available ... 

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  In Chicago, lifeline schools brace for strike

  Elfega Cazares isn't taking sides in the standoff between the Chicago Teachers Union and Chicago Public Schools over contract talks. Like many of the ... 

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  Governor rejects plan to expand Illinois gambling

  Citing Chicago's reputation of mobsters and corruption, Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn vetoed a plan Tuesday to bring casinos to the city and four other ... 

• Emanuel, Kaine among Dem convention speakers

  Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, former Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine and Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick are among prominent Democrats who will speak at their ...