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  1. President Obama Zings Clint Eastwood Via Twitter

    President Obama Zings Clint Eastwood Via Twitter

    10:47 pm PDT 8/30/2012
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    The simple picture of the president in a chair and a clever line was instantly retweeted 17,000 times. READ MORE

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  2. Clint Eastwood Trashed by On-Air Pundits; Takes Focus Off Romney (Video)

    Clint Eastwood Trashed by On-Air Pundits; Takes Focus Off Romney (Video)

    10:39 pm PDT 8/30/2012
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    "That was the weirdest thing I've ever seen at a political convention in my entire life," MSNBC's Rachel Maddow says. READ MORE

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  3. Clint Eastwood's Bizarre RNC Speech: Hollywood Reacts

    Clint Eastwood's Bizarre RNC Speech: Hollywood Reacts

    9:11 pm PDT 8/30/2012
    • Jordan Zakarin
    • Aaron Couch
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    The multiple Oscar winner drew a wide range of reactions for a surprise address that included a debate with an empty chair and several applause lines. READ MORE

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  4. Watch Video 2012 Republican Convention: Clint Eastwood Addresses Crowd, Debates 'Obama' in Empty Chair (Video)

    2012 Republican Convention: Clint Eastwood Addresses Crowd, Debates 'Obama' in Empty Chair (Video)

    7:25 pm PDT 8/30/2012
    • Tina Daunt
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    The actor-director adds that not everyone in Hollywood is a Democrat. READ MORE

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  5. 2012 Republican Convention: Ronald Reagan Hologram Delayed Amid Concerns of Upstaging Romney

    2012 Republican Convention: Ronald Reagan Hologram Delayed Amid Concerns of Upstaging Romney

    6:27 pm PDT 8/30/2012
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    It turns out that the rumored projection is real, and it's being created by one of the companies behind Tupac Shakur's Coachella appearance. READ MORE

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  6. Watch Video 2012 Republican Convention: 'Occupy' Screening Brings Cheers, Protests

    2012 Republican Convention: 'Occupy' Screening Brings Cheers, Protests

    4:44 pm PDT 8/30/2012
    • Paul Bond
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    Pic, named Andrew Breitbart's legacy by Rep. Michele Bachmann, screened at a tent theater a few blocks from the convention floor. READ MORE

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  7. Rep. Michele Bachmann at the Premiere of 'Occupy Unmasked'

    3:33 pm PDT 8/30/2012
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    “This is Andrew Breitbart’s legacy,” Rep. Michele Bachmann declared Thursday at the premiere of Occupy Unmasked at a tent-theater a few blocks from the Republican National Convention. READ MORE

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    Ann Romney, Janna Ryan's Upscale, Downscale Political Fashion Statements (Poll)

    Ann Romney, Janna Ryan's Upscale, Downscale Political Fashion Statements (Poll)

    3:14 pm PDT 8/30/2012
    • Elizabeth Snead
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    The GOP candidates' wives chose disparately priced looks, Oscar de la Renta and Talbot's, for the Republican National Convention. READ MORE

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    'Honey Boo Boo' Ratings Top the Republican National Convention

    'Honey Boo Boo' Ratings Top the Republican National Convention

    2:57 pm PDT 8/30/2012
    • Michael O'Connell
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    The TLC series hits another high in its fourth episode, nearing 3 million viewers and topping cable news and broadcast network coverage of the RNC among adults 18-49. READ MORE

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  10. Clint Eastwood Inclusion Prompts Mixed Reaction at Republican Convention

    Clint Eastwood Inclusion Prompts Mixed Reaction at Republican Convention

    12:27 pm PDT 8/30/2012
    • Paul Bond
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    It was tough to find a delegate who was overly impressed at the prospect of a celebrity endorsement -- even if it's a former mayor of Carmel, Calif., who has campaigned for Mitt Romney. READ MORE

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  11. Watch Video Kid Rock Pleads for Political Civility (Video)

    Kid Rock Pleads for Political Civility (Video)

    11:25 am PDT 8/30/2012
    • Paul Bond
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    "I pray that no matter what happens, this will not divide us as a country," singer says of the upcoming election. READ MORE

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  12. Kid Rock Performs 'Born Free' at Liberty Plaza

    9:39 am PDT 8/30/2012
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    In makeshift concert venue packed with more than 1,000 appreciative Republicans, Kid Rock made a plea for political civility, regardless of which party wins the White House in November. READ MORE

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    TV Ratings: NBC Continues to Lead RNC Coverage as Paul Ryan Brings Bigger Numbers

    TV Ratings: NBC Continues to Lead RNC Coverage as Paul Ryan Brings Bigger Numbers

    9:01 am PDT 8/30/2012
    • Michael O'Connell
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    "So You Think You Can Dance," "Big Brother" and "America's Got Talent" also grew on NFL-affected Wednesday night. READ MORE

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    Watch Video Condoleezza Rice Delivers RNC Speech With Lipstick on Her Teeth (Video)

    Condoleezza Rice Delivers RNC Speech With Lipstick on Her Teeth (Video)

    10:53 pm PDT 8/29/2012
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    The former secretary of state is drawing attention for her "spectacular" remarks -- and her makeup gaffe. READ MORE

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  15. Rupert Murdoch Tweets in Support of '2016: Obama's America'

    Rupert Murdoch Tweets in Support of '2016: Obama's America'

    10:36 pm PDT 8/29/2012
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    "Every voter should see and decide for self what future they want for America," the media mogul wrote after viewing the popular conservative documentary. READ MORE

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  16. John Rich Calls Clay Aiken 'Racist' Over RNC Remarks on Twitter

    John Rich Calls Clay Aiken 'Racist' Over RNC Remarks on Twitter

    7:18 pm PDT 8/29/2012
    • Kimberly Nordyke
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    The singers-turned-reality stars engage in a war of tweets after Aiken writes that he's playing a game where he drinks "every time we see a black person on screen" at the GOP convention. READ MORE

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  17. Watch Video 2012 Republican Convention: 'Occupy Unmasked' Screening Draws Threats to Filmmakers (Video)

    2012 Republican Convention: 'Occupy Unmasked' Screening Draws Threats to Filmmakers (Video)

    5:59 pm PDT 8/29/2012
    • Paul Bond
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    Citizens United Prods. says members of the Occupy Wall Street movement have threatened physical violence via phone, email and online postings in advance of the Thursday screening. READ MORE

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  18. Trace Adkins Unveils GOP Anthem at VIP Event

    12:34 pm PDT 8/29/2012
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    Sean Hannity and Herman Cain were surprise guests at a VIP charity concert that starred Trace Adkins. READ MORE

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  19. Herman Cain and Sean Hannity at the Republican Convention

    12:24 pm PDT 8/29/2012
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    Fox News Channel personality Sean Hannity and former GOP primary candidate and radio host Herman Cain were surprise guests at a VIP charity concert. READ MORE

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  20. Live Feed
    Fox News Channel Dwarfs Cable News Competition in RNC Coverage Ratings

    Fox News Channel Dwarfs Cable News Competition in RNC Coverage Ratings

    11:49 am PDT 8/29/2012
    • Michael O'Connell
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    The typically dominant outlet gets a boost on Tuesday, tripling its typical primetime showing and peaking with 7.2 million viewers towards the end of the night. READ MORE

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