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Phila.'s presidential debate set for Oct. 30

By Larry Eichel, Inquirer Senior Writer

In the early phases of the 2008 presidential campaign, the Philadelphia area hasn't received much attention, which isn't surprising since the party nominations may be decided long before the Pennsylvania primary in April.

Preparations proceed in the lobby and atrium at the entrance to the auditorium in the Main Building. At least seven TV programs will be transmitting from several locations on campus.

Drexel cramming to ace debate preps

By Gail Shister, Inquirer Staff Writer

For Drexel, planning D-Day is no trip to the beach. As host of tonight's Democratic presidential debate, the university has spent the last month coordinating a plethora of logistical details.

Dick Polman's American Debate: Panic knows no boundaries

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President Bush speaks about the USAID Freedom Agenda, Thursday, July 24, 2008, in the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) <br />

Analysis: Bush's policy shifts affect Obama

Posted 4:13am

Barack Obama wants to sound like the voice of reason on U.S. foreign policy _ the guy who would abandon Bush administration policies he sees as shortsighted, self-defeating or just plain wrong. Problem is, George Bush keeps beating him to it.

Bush policy shifts leave Obama without a foil

Posted 3:32am

Barack Obama wants to sound like the voice of reason on U.S. foreign policy _ the guy who would abandon Bush administration policies he sees as shortsighted, self-defeating or just plain wrong. Problem is, George Bush keeps beating him to it.

Obama beats McCain in Europe donations

Posted 4:41am

Barack Obama's campaign has received roughly 10 times more money from declared U.S. donors living in Germany, France and Britain than his Republican rival, reflecting his popularity in Europe as he makes his first tour of the continent as the presumed Democratic nominee.