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Spin Control archive for Oct. 31, 2008

FRIDAY, OCT. 31, 2008

The problem with that McMorris Rodgers rumor

A late-campaign e-mail from congressional candidate Mark Mays to supporters repeats a well-travelled rumor that his opponent, Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, plans to resign mid-term if she wins and let another Republican be appointed to the seat.It's a rumor that McMorris Rodgers and her alleged…

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Happy Halloween. Now take your signs down

This time of year, two things always happen in close proximity: Halloween and Election Day.Spin Control will spare you the speculation of which is scarier at your door, little kids looking for candy or politicians looking for your vote.But the closeness of the two events…

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