CNN Poll: Gas price spike behind pessimism on economy (via CNN Political Ticker)

Washington (CNN) — The number of Americans who think the economy is in poor shape has risen to its highest level in two years, according to a new national poll. A CNN/Opinion Research Corporation survey released Friday also suggests that the spike in gasoline prices may be a contributing factor to that rise. Eighty-four percent of people questioned in the poll rate current economic conditions in the country as poor, up nine points from January. … Read More

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First Obama, now Biden, to help Nelson in Florida (via CNN Political Ticker)

Washington (CNN) — Call it a one-two White House punch for Sen. Bill Nelson of Florida. Vice President Joe Biden heads to Florida next week to help raise campaign cash for the two-term Democratic senator, who could face a challenging re-election next year. The vice president's office confirms to CNN that Biden will travel to Tampa, Florida to headline a fundraiser for Nelson. The vice president becomes the second high profile surrogate to help o … Read More

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President heading home next month for party event (via CNN Political Ticker)

Washington (CNN) — President Barack Obama will head back to his hometown next month to headline a Democratic party event. The president will be the main attraction at a Democratic National Committee gathering in Chicago on April 14, a Democrat with knowledge of the event confirms to CNN. The Chicago Tribune, which first reported word of Obama's appearance back in Chicago, terms the event a fundraiser. News of the president's trip to Chicago come … Read More

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