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WASHINGTON — Presidential contender Herman Cain said Tuesday that political enemies determined to sabotage his White House bid were to blame for bringing to light sexual harassment charges filed against him in the 1990s.

NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) - Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, seen as a rising star in the Republican Party, declared victory Saturday in his state's gubernatorial election.

The Republican National Committee released a tailored, satirical attack ad Monday as President Barack Obama began a three-day bus tour of the Midwest, focusing on jobs and the economy.

The federal stimulus program that many experts agree kept the U.S. economy running in the midst of an unprecedented financial crisis was especially valuable to Texas, which accepted more aid dollars than any other state apart from California, using them to close nearly 97 percent of its budget deficit last year.

One-time Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin is no stranger to the spotlight — most would say, by choice. She's also familiar with the spotlight's frequent companion: criticism.