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Nunn for Obama
Apr 19, 2008 | 1:51 PM
Category: Political
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 His name has been mentioned repeatedly through the years, including this year, as a presidential-level prospect. Now former Georgia Senator Sam Nunn is in the political headlines again, this time providing an endorsment of Barack Obama.

With his Southern Democrat credentials and national security heft, Nunn enters the Obama column at a critical moment. Following Pennsylvania, the protracted Democratic primary season will take another Southern swing. North Carolina (with 115 delegates) votes on May 6. After absorbing some tough blows, the Obama campaign can claim the backing of an important conservative figure in the party.

Nunn retired from the Senate in 1996 after four terms. He and former Oklahoma Senator David Boren say they will become advisers to the Obama campaign. Look for Sam Nunn to play an important role if Barack Obama becomes the Democratic nominee.

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trippydude read my blog
Apr 22, 2008 | 8:01 AM

wow! what a concept Mr.Yates, An Obama/Nunn Ticket, even moderate repub's might vote demo.
Just a thought,whimsy tho it is,(sigh).
Am big Fan of your political blog....Trippy
mouthpeace read my blog
Apr 24, 2008 | 5:22 AM

Sam will probably be his running mate. Lets see how well I'm tuned in to the game.
mouthpeace read my blog
Apr 24, 2008 | 5:22 AM

Sam will probably be his running mate. Lets see how well I'm tuned in to the game.
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Paul_Yates

Paul Yates (paul.yates@myfoxatlanta.
com) joined FOX5 Atlanta in 1973 and began reporting in 1977. Covering Georgia’s news for nearly 30 years, Paul is a fixture in the FOX5 News room as well as the Capitol, Governor’s Mansion and other places of state politics. Paul has worn many hats at FOX5 including floor director, film and video tape editor and producer. That’s why he knows television news inside and out. In addition to covering the Georgia legislature, Paul has covered national political campaigns, major legal trials and several hurricanes. Although his knowledge of government is deep, Paul’s storytelling skills make it easy for viewers to understand the complex workings of the legislature. An award winning journalist, Paul has been recognized with a Best Deadline Reporting award from the Sigma Delta Professional Journalism Society. He’s also won Georgia Associated Press and Emmy awards. Paul is a graduate of Georgia State University.

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