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    Republicans Still Waiting for Superman

    Most Americans haven't heard much about the New Jersey Governor. But with Rick Perry becoming a joke for late-night comedians, Chris Christie's being touted...

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    By Warren Olney • Sep 28, 2011 • 50m Listen

    Most Americans haven't heard much about New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. But with Rick Perry becoming a joke for late-night comedians, Christie's being touted by influential Republicans and financial backers as the latest instant white knight. We hear how Christie's speech last night in California is keeping the prospect alive. Also, a US fugitive tracked down after 41 years.

    Banner image: New Jersey Governor Chris Christie delivers remarks during the Perspectives on Leadership Forum at the Reagan Library on September 27, 2011 in Simi Valley, California. Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Producer, 'One year Later'

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