Opinion: Romney Campaign Drops Dog Whistle And Moves To Blatant Racism
Romney supporters, including his son Tagg, have moved away from dog whistle politics and are now engaging in outright disrespectful and racist campaigning.
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Romney supporters, including his son Tagg, have moved away from dog whistle politics and are now engaging in outright disrespectful and racist campaigning.
There were so many blatant signs of Obama-favored bias displayed by CNN political correspondent Candy Crowley that one scarcely knows where to begin. She caused the difference between Romney's huge win in the first debate and his extremely narrow win in the second.
Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney's claim that he will create 12 million jobs is coming under increased scrutiny after the candidate repeatedly used the number in recent debates.
Voters in Broward will have the opportunity on the November ballot to have their say as to who they want to the county's Sheriff.
With four of nine U.S. Supreme Court justices in their 70s and the next president in the position of possibly shaping the future of affirmative action, gay rights, abortions, and more with appointments he might make should any openings occur, the question of what kind of nominee he might put forth was posed to President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney in the CBS Local President Forum.
Florida Senator Bill Nelson is known as a moderate in the Senate. But at his only debate with Republican Congressman Connie Mack, Nelson pulled no punches, accusing Mack of being a congressional no show.
This week CBS4 has been taking a closer look at the 11 constitutional amendments on the ballot in the November elections. The amendments can be quite confusing and at the same time carry significant impact.
Broward County restaurant owner Karen Harrington is once again taking on Democratic powerhouse Debbie Wasserman-Schultz, this time for the newly redistricted Congressional District 23.
After a disastrous first debate, President Barack Obama needed a much stronger performance in the second presidential debate and the early results say Obama got exactly that on Tuesday night.
With this grueling presidential contest heading into the final days, President Barack Obama and former Mass. Gov Mitt Romney are getting in touch with their softer side as polls show women voters could be the ones to determine the outcome.
The debate results are much less lopsided than the first debate, but Obama's failed promises of the past four years which were clearly expressed by Romney dictate that Obama couldn't win the debate. Romney won again.
In an evening full of complaining about time and interrupting the moderator and the president, Romney truly brought the concept of The Jerk to life last night.
South Floridians hosted several parties to watch the second presidential debate.
If you want to know what an empty, meaningless political photo opportunity is look at Congressman Paul Ryan's drop by at a food bank last week in Youngstown, Ohio.
This week CBS4 is taking a closer look at the 11 constitutional amendments you are being asked on the November ballot. The questions in some cases are more than a page long. Amendment 1 deals with abortion and Amendment 6 challenges President Barack Obama's Affordable Health Care Act.
The upcoming November elections include a race for the Broward State Attorney which pits a longtime incumbent against a well-known defense attorney.
The eyes of the nation will be on a small South Florida college next week at the third and final presidential debate. Lynn University in Boca Raton will host the final face-off between President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney, but not before tonight's second debate at Hofstra University in New York.
Romney so misrepresented his record in Denver that it will be hard for the former Massachusetts Governor to walk it back tonight because Romney will be lying about his record to a room full of voters.
Obamacare and Romneycare are so associated with President Barack Obama and former Mass. Gov. Mitt Romney that each took time to field a question about their namesake plan and health care in the CBS Local Presidential Forum.
It turns out that Mitt Romney made millions and saved the company he was running by peddling cigarettes in the former Soviet Union and in the United States in the early 90s.
Much like the first debate, GOP presidential contender Mitt Romney will win the second debate as well but on a much smaller scale. The reasons for the second win in a row will be quite different on the surface but will be much the same beneath the surface.
This November's ballot is the longest in South Florida history. Part of that is because there are 11 constitutional amendments, some of which are more than a page long.
One of the most watched political races in the country will likely have a close outcome. The race is for Florida's newly drawn U.S. Congressional District 22 which covers portions of Broward and Palm Beach counties.
The eyes of the nation will be on South Florida on Oct. 22nd as the third and final Presidential debate is held at Lynn University in Boca Raton.
A new study from the Kaiser Family Foundation found that a premium support payment system for Medicare, like Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney, would cause nearly six in 10 Medicare recipients to pay higher premiums.
American Airlines says its systems are restored after a software outage preventing weight and balance calculations grounded all flights nationwide.
The fire was ignited when an engine start,ed DFC says.
Check with your South Florida stores to confirm their specific holiday hours to ensure a smooth shopping experience.
A tenant was cooking a pork shoulder for Nochebuena.
Former President Bill Clinton was released from a hospital in Washington. D.C., on Christmas Eve, following an overnight stay for treatment of a fever and flu.
The fire was ignited when an engine start, DFC says.
A tenant was cooking a pork shoulder for Nochebuena.
American Airlines says its systems are restored after a software outage preventing weight and balance calculations grounded all flights nationwide.
Former President Bill Clinton was released from a hospital in Washington. D.C., on Christmas Eve, following an overnight stay for treatment of a fever and flu.
From merry lights to holiday yard decorations, we want to see what you've got.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Former President Bill Clinton was released from a hospital in Washington. D.C., on Christmas Eve, following an overnight stay for treatment of a fever and flu.
The House Ethics Committee released its highly anticipated report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, detailing allegations of sexual misconduct, drug use and obstruction. He denies wrongdoing.
President Biden is granting clemency to 37 of the 40 federal inmates facing death sentences. Their sentences will be commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
A report by the House Ethics Committee found former Rep. Matt Gaetz paid multiple women, including a 17-year-old girl, for sex.
Brian McCormack, a longtime energy consultant, and Andrew Peek, a seasoned Middle East adviser, will take senior roles on the NSC, according to people familiar with the matter.
Jim talks with Rep. Anna Eskamani about how state Democrats may need to pivot to local races to gain any momentum in Florida.
Jim talks to Congressman Chip LaMarca about condo assessments in South Florida.
Jim talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, the President of the United Teachers of Dade, about the special election vote held among teachers which soundly defeated efforts of The Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank, to decertify the county's teachers union.
Jim talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, the President of the United Teachers of Dade, about the special election vote held among teachers which soundly defeated efforts of The Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank, to decertify the county's teachers union.
Jim keeps the theme of the week going with longtime political reporter Marc Caputo.
A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
The FDA's top food official says the safety of the dye called Red 40 hasn't been assessed in over a decade, despite concerns over its potential behavioral health effects.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
The lawsuit lays out Blake Lively's allegations against Justin Baldoni during their time working on "It Ends with Us."
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are the Coen Brothers' "No Country for Old Men," "The Social Network," Cheech & Chong's "Up in Smoke," and "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre."
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made her Broadway debut Saturday night in a one-time performance in the hit musical comedy "& Juliet."
Fan-captured video from Saturday's performance showed Wilson hyping Scott on stage to deliver his 2023 hit song "FE!N" in front of thousands of festivalgoers.
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.