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    Are Democratic Losses a Reflection on President Obama?

    Republicans are celebrating two wins last night in special elections, which they call referenda on President Obama. In New York City, Bob Turner became the first Republican elected by the Burroughs of Brooklyn and Queens in more than 80 years.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    Republicans are celebrating two wins last night in special elections, which they call referenda on President Obama. In New York City, Bob Turner became the first Republican elected by the Burroughs of Brooklyn and Queens in more than 80 years. After his victory last night the newly elected congressman told supporters, "We've been asked by the people of this district to send a message to Washington, and I hope they hear it loud and clear." Chris Cillizza reports on politics and writes "The Fix" blog for the Washington Post.

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    1 of 3
    Tensions Rise between Israel and Her Regional Allies
    1. 0:00Are Democratic Losses a Reflection on President Obama?You’re reading this
    2. 7:38The 'Arab Spring' and Diplomacy in the Middle East
    3. 44:23Will Iran Free the Two American Hikers?
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