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    The 2016 Presidential Campaign Is Finally about to Get Real

    After months of political hype based on meaningless national polls, the actual state-by-state process of choosing candidates is about to get underway. In less than a month, it's Iowa, and a week later, New Hampshire. By that time, the political battlefield could be littered with bodies.

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    By Warren Olney • Jan 4, 2016 • 33m Listen

    After months of political hype based on meaningless national polls, the actual state-by-state process of choosing candidates is about to get underway. In less than a month, it's Iowa, and a week later, New Hampshire. By that time, the political battlefield could be littered with bodies. In the meantime, every Republican and Democratic candidate — from Trump to O'Malley — is already fighting to stay alive. We talk to veteran observers about last-minute changes in strategy, substance — and personnel -- that could turn out to be crucial.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Director of Content, News

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      Christine Detz

      Producer, 'To the Point'

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      Reid Wilson

      The Hill

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      journalist

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      Roll Call / Yale University

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    2 of 3
    The 2016 Presidential Campaign Is Finally about to Get Real
    1. 1:51Saudi Executions Mark a Dangerous Start to the New Year
    2. 8:41The 2016 Presidential Campaign Is Finally about to Get RealYou’re reading this
    3. 42:38Anti-Government Militia Continues Oregon Occupation
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