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Mark Shields: Republicans must 'Cowboy Up" on saving U.S. auto industry
It is time for Republicans to take responsibility by publicly acknowledging the reality of success.
MARK SHIELDS: He could have been a contender ...
Former Boston Mayor Kevin White had presidential possibilities.
MARK SHIELDS: The refreshing candor of Fritz Hollings
One of the real pluses of the South Carolina primary was the chance to tap into the fresh wisdom of an authentic American giant, the 90-years-young Fritz Hollings.
MARK SHIELDS: Santorum should focus on working class
Rick Santorum should focus on his working-class roots.
MARK SHIELDS: Down to blood relatives and paid staff
The continuing loss of confidence in our governmental and political institutions saps the already depleted national confidence and sours even more the nation's foul mood.
MARK SHIELDS: Newt rewrites his Reagan connection
Candidate Gingrich's recollections of President Reagan differ from reality.
MARK SHIELDS: GOP should steer clear of Gingrich nomination
A Gingrinch nomination will mean a campaign focused on the wrong issues.
SHIELDS: Thanksgiving -- The Holiday You Have to Love
Here are just a few things to be thankful for on Thanksgiving.
Shields: Resorting to rehetorical grave-robbery
When it comes to the practice of rhetorical grave-robbery, President Barack Obama is a repentant recidivist.
SHIELDS: Cain offers invigorating, welcome optimism
If Herman Cain wins the GOP nomination, the country will see a historic election.