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Does the Republican race need a new face?
With Mitt Romney failing to sweep Republicans off their feet, we ask if a new candidate could enter the race.
Are US Republicans abandoning Mitt Romney?
After a series of setbacks in the primaries, we ask why conservatives are not uniting around the party's front-runner.
Super PACs: A new media weapon
How will Political Action Committees impact US politics and the 2012 election?
US elections: Funding unlimited?
As the race for presidency gets underway, corporations are spending record amounts to influence the outcome.
Does Mitt Romney's Iowa win really matter?
As the former governor wins Iowa's caucus by a whisker, we ask if the Republican Party can find a unified voice.
The road to nomination
A look at the frontrunners in the US Republican race for presidential nominee, and a breakdown of their policies.
Features
Economists weigh in on Ron Paul
Al Jazeera speaks to five economists about the presidential candidate�s economic policies.
The challenges of Occupying South Carolina
A small Occupy movement in South Carolina is doing what it can to change the political and economic status quo.
Gingrich: Different strokes, different folks
Gingrich's speech to the Tea Party was in stark contrast to his words at an African Methodist Episcopal Zion church.
Next up: Rough-and-tumble South Carolina
Romney has won two states in a row, but the next could be fraught with challenges for the front-runner.
The 'other' political parties of the US
It's not just Democrat or Republican - dozens of third-party candidates are also running for president this fall.
Santorum shakes up US Republican race
Former senator revives presidential campaign with victories in Republican contests in Colorado, Minnesota and Missouri.
Many US voters are dissatisfied with both Democrats and Republicans - but smaller parties face significant hurdles.
By Sam Bollier
Seeking a more accessible political climate, almost 1,000 libertarian-leaning migrants have moved to New Hampshire.
By Sam Bollier
The Republican presidential front-runner Mitt Romney narrowly wins Maine's caucus, after three midweek loses.
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Republican frontrunner gets billionaire's support but faces criticism for remarks suggesting he is indifferent to poor.
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After several months of campaigning, Republican hopefuls will face off on Tuesday in the New Hampshire primary.
By Thomas Bollier
Voters in Midwestern US state appear undecided between Romney and Santorum as polls open there and in Arizona.
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Conservative standard bearer picks up another southern state, continuing to thwart Romney's efforts to claim nomination.
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Former rival backs Gingrich's bid for the White House days before Florida primary that Romney is favoured to win.
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Frontrunner edges Santorum in key swing state, but fails to land knockout punch in battle for presidential nomination.
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Former US house speaker raises the possibility of a lengthy campaign by beating the Republicans' favourite, Romney.
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Former Massachusetts governor did not flinch at jabs thrown in his direction ahead of New Hampshire primary.
By Sam Bollier
The five remaining Republican candidates jabbed at one another in one of their last chances to woo the state's voters.
By Sam Bollier
Ex-Massachusetts governor crushes rivals to consolidate his status as Republican front-runner for presidential ticket.
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The New Hampshire results will be crucial for the GOP hopeful to pull off the presidential nomination.
By Sam Bollier
Speaking to young, energetic crowds across the state, Paul is attempting to explain what sets him apart.
By Sam Bollier
Election: Infographic
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