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Decision 2008

WPTV's National Political Reporter

In partnership with CNN Newsource, Samantha Hayes is our National Political Reporter based in Washington, D.C. She covers the Presidential Campaign exclusively for NewsChannel 5. Samantha reports each weekday during our 5am, 6am & 5:30pm newscasts.

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	Clinton expected to win in West Virginia West Virginia Clinton supporters still hopeful.
	"It’s not over until the lady in the pant suit says it is." While the odds are stacked against Clinton, she is continuing to run full speed ahead.
	Obama plans to End the Race on May 20th It’s going to be really interesting to see what happens on May 20th.
	Clinton supporter calls Speaker of the House Before the primaries in North Carolina and Indiana this week, a very interesting phone call took place between a well known Clinton supporter and the Speaker of the House.
	Blogging from an Obama rally Newschannel 5 National Political Correspondent Samantha Hayes blogs from inside a huge Obama rally in Indiana.
	Candidates making the rounds on late-night TV If you thought late-night television might offer you an escape from presidential candidates, this was not the week.
	"Mission Accomplished" anniversary By now they must expect it. Every year, on May 1st, the networks air the same video, now five years old, of President Bush standing under a banner reading "Mission Accomplished" on an aircraft carrier.
	Clinton gets big endorsement She may be trailing Barack Obama in North Carolina polls, but Hillary Clinton just got a big boost in the state.
	McCain campaigns in South Florida Sen. John McCain visits Miami Children's Hospital and talks with NewsChannel 5's Paige Kornblue. Watch the video. Video
	Bad week for Obama Decision 2008 blog from WPTV's National Political Reporter, Samantha Hayes.
	"Boss" backs Obama A legendary rocker announces his support for Obama.
	Decision 2008: Blog I don't know who would search for recipes on the websites of Presidential Candidates, but apparently John McCain had a few family dishes listed on his. They are not there anymore.
	McCain visits PBC Senator John McCain, is hitting the campaign trail as the presumptive Republican nominee. His first stop... right here in Palm Beach County. Video
	McCain fundraises, meets voters in Palm Beach County Republican John McCain was in West Palm Beach all morning and while here he was praising Gov. Charlie Crist, but not confirming his spot for running mate. Video
	Mini-Super Tuesday Its being billed as super tuesday junior, but today's presidential primaries could make a big difference in clearing up the presidential picture.
	Decision 2008 Blog Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton captivate the University of Texas's student body Thursday night.
	Decision 2008 Blog Politically speaking, most of Texas regards Austin like a big blue pimple right in the middle of its face.
	Decision 2008 Blog Read NewsChannel 5’s Political Reporter, Samantha Hayes, blog about the latest happenings in the race for president.
	Decision 2008 Blog There is no need for screen writers in this show. The Presidential Election of 2008 is weaving its own storyline with no lack of drama, suspense, conflict, and contrast.
	John McCain takes the Sunshine State after a close call Senator John McCain has won a breakthrough triumph in the Florida Republican primary. Video
	Following the candidates after Florida Primary READ ON to learn the latest happenings for the candidates following yesterday's election in the Sunshine State. Video
	Florida Property Tax Amendment 1 approved Amendment 1 Property Tax Changes, approved, Florida. Video
	PBC interactive voting machine Take a look at the PBC interactive voting machine and learn step-by-step how the voting process work.
	Confused about amendment one? Here’s some help. Want to know what amendment one will do and perhaps more importantly what it won’t do? Read on..... Video
	What Amendment One means to cities like WPB If Amendment One passes, cities say expect changes.
	Romney in West Palm Beach The countdown has begun for Tuesday’s primary and the candidates are wasting no time trying to garner last minute support.
	GOP Debate Transcript Part 4 If you missed the Republican debate Thursday night than you can watch/read the entire debate right here on the site. Video
	GOP Debate Transcript Part 2 If you missed the Republican debate Thursday night than you can watch/read the entire debate right here on the site. Video
	Media Descend on FAU for debate night The Republican debate is being covered by reporters from around the world. There is even a crew from the Middle East. Video
	FAU Debate: How did they get a ticket? Tickets to the debate were not easy to come by so before it all began, we wanted to know... how'd you get that ticket?!
	Decision 2008 Blog: Common pattern among voters After several weeks on the campaign trail covering the Presidential nominating contests, our very own Samantha Hayes has noticed a pattern among voters.
	Atwater faces challenge Atwater faces opponent
	Republican candidate Rudy Giuliani makes more visits In a poll John McCain appears to be surging in Florida, up seven percentage points since the previous poll. But Giuliani, who has largely put most of his efforts in Florida, dropped eight percent percentage points.
	Giuliani makes brief stop in West Palm Beach As he rallies in Florida, is it too late? Video
	Palm Beach County expects low primary turnout After the 2000 election, PBC became the poster child for an effort to make "every vote count". This year, in the primary elections, it looks like every vote may not count.....As a result voter turnout may plummet. Video
	Decision 2008 Blog: New Hampshire It's far from a lazy afternoon in Manchester, New Hampshire. On Elm street, the main street through town, car horns are honking, campaign buses try to find parking, and the police have their hands full..... Video
	Giuliani to campaign in FL with rivals in Iowa With most of his major rivals focused on the Iowa caucuses, Republican presidential hopeful Rudy Giuliani is instead spending his evening 1,300-plus miles south in Florida.
	Iowa-Caucus Facts Some questions and answers about the Jan. 3rd caucuses.
	Giuliani in Florida Republican presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani says the U.S. needs to refocus its efforts along the Afghanistan and Pakistan border to prevent terrorists from regaining a foothold.
	Democracy 2008: Blog Jack Frost is not only nipping at our noses he's nixing entire days worth of campaign events. With just over three weeks until the Iowa caucuses, nobody wants to ruin planned attempts to meet with potential supporters.
	Fred Thompson campaigns in Miami UPDATE Republican presidential candidate Fred Thompson is criticizing rival Mike Huckabee for previously saying the Cuban trade embargo should be lifted.
	Democracy 2008: Blog He pounded three times on the podium. Each time emphasizing these words… "End- This- War."
	Clinton meets charismatic pastor Rick Warren Campaigning in California, Hillary Clinton was introduced by the popular and charismatic pastor of the Saddleback Church, Rick Warren.
	Romney, Giuliani stop in Boca Raton less than a day apart Rudy Giuliani is holding a town hall meeting in Boca Raton.
	The race for the White House One year to go before Election Day, and it's still anyone's race. Video
	Decision 2008: Blog
	Decision 2008: Blog There's something intriguing about a long shot bid for the White House. Particularly when that White House bid brings in $5.1 million in a single fundraising quarter.
	Decision 2008: GOP race in New Hampshire tightening We’re about 100 days out from New Hampshire’s first in the nation primary. And while the Democrats have a solid front-runner right now, things aren't so clear in the Republican field. Elizabeth Manresa has the details in Washington.
	Florida Presidential Primary Debates held at FAU Rumor has been in the air, but now it’s been confirmed. Jan 23 and 25 will be the official dates of the 2008 Florida Presidential Primary Debates. You can count on us here at NewsChannel 5 to air the debates live.
	Decision 2008 Blog: Hillary Clinton Rob Reiner puts his star power behind Hillary Clinton's presidential bid.