Santorum at centre stage in crucial Arizona debate
Rick Santorum finally got his chance at centre stage in a debate of Republican U.S. presidential candidates on Wednesday that represented the best chance to address large numbers of voters before a pivotal period in the 2012 campaign. Full Story

At CNN debate, Santorum to get his turn in spotlight
After months on the sidelines, Rick Santorum finally gets his chance at center stage in a debate of Republican candidates on Wednesday, and the increased scrutiny that comes with it. Full Story

Paltry fundraising by Obama 'Super PAC' prompted new strategy
In early January, President Barack Obama’s campaign manager Jim Messina called David Axelrod, the president’s top strategist, into his Chicago office and started writing on a white board. Full Story

GOP rivals brace for dust-up in the desert
The Republican nomination race heated up in the desert Wednesday as the final four GOP candidates met in Arizona for what could be the most pivotal debate so far. Full Story

Obama camp targets Santorum on economy
President Barack Obama's re-election campaign regularly rips Republican presidential frontrunner Mitt Romney for his economic policies. On Tuesday, it added former Senator Rick Santorum to its list of top targets. Full Story
Romney now 'underdog' in Michigan

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