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Lisa Lerer

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Uganda New York Times world
14 Oct 2019
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, one of 12 Democratic presidential candidates who have qualified for this week’s televised debate, said Monday that she would participate in the forum after raising the possibility of boycotting it to protest what she sees as a “rigging” of the election.
Gabbard, After Threatening Boycott, Will Debate on Tuesday
Uganda New York Times world
12 Oct 2019
WASHINGTON — Stephen K. Bannon, President Donald Trump’s former chief strategist, is impressed with her political talent. Richard B. Spencer, the white nationalist leader, says he could vote for her. Former Rep. Ron Paul praises her “libertarian instincts,” while Franklin Graham, the influential evangelist, finds her “refreshing.”
What, Exactly, Is Tulsi Gabbard Up To?
Uganda New York Times world
16 Jun 2019
Rep. Eric Swalwell can rattle off the best places to pump breastmilk in an airport. Julián Castro broke from the campaign trail for the last day of preschool. And Gov. Steve Bullock postponed the announcement of his presidential campaign for a true test of personal endurance — the Advanced Placement exams his 17-year-old daughter had to take.
'Who's taking care of the kids' is finally a question for dads on the trail, too
Uganda New York Times world
15 May 2019
WASHINGTON — Former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke attempted to revive his flagging presidential campaign Tuesday, saying his failure to acknowledge the advantages of running for president as a white man who has led a life of relative privilege was a mistake.
Beto O'Rourke Says Vanity Fair Cover Reinforced 'Perception of Privilege'
Uganda New York Times world
15 May 2019
WASHINGTON — For the first eight weeks of his presidential bid, Beto O’Rourke did what a presidential candidate is expected to do: He campaigned. Driving more than 6,150 miles across 14 states, as logged by his campaign, he held more than 152 town hall meetings and visited 32 college campuses, answering more than 1,000 questions.
Refitting Texas Campaign for a Bigger, Bruising Run
Uganda New York Times world
6 Apr 2019
WASHINGTON — Joe Biden on Friday twice jokingly referred to complaints from several women that he had made them uncomfortable with his physical contact, and then offered a convoluted apology about their concerns and his behavior.
Uganda New York Times world
6 Apr 2019
WASHINGTON — Joe Biden on Friday twice jokingly referred to complaints from several women that he had made them uncomfortable with his physical contact, and then offered a convoluted apology about their concerns and his behavior.
Biden Jokes About Hugging in a Speech, Then Offers a Mixed Apology
Uganda New York Times world
6 Apr 2019
WASHINGTON — Joe Biden on Friday twice jokingly referred to complaints from several women that he had made them uncomfortable with his physical contact, and then offered a convoluted apology about their concerns and his behavior.
Biden Jokes About Hugging in a Speech, Then Offers a Mixed Apology
Uganda New York Times world
5 Apr 2019
WASHINGTON — Joe Biden on Friday twice jokingly referred to complaints from several women that he had made them uncomfortable with his physical contact, and then gave a convoluted apology about their concerns and his behavior.
Uganda New York Times world
5 Apr 2019
WASHINGTON — Joe Biden on Friday twice jokingly referred to complaints from several women that he had made them uncomfortable with his physical contact, and then gave a convoluted apology about their concerns and his behavior.
Biden Jokes About Hugging in a Speech, Then Offers a Mixed Apology
Uganda New York Times world
28 Mar 2019
Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota unveiled a plan Thursday to spend $1 trillion in federal funds to upgrade the country’s infrastructure, the first policy announcement of her campaign for the Democratic nomination for president.
Amy Klobuchar Proposes $1 Trillion Infrastructure Plan