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The third-place Democrat, sure his experience will prevail, focuses his campaign on poverty in America.

The conservative California congressman faces long odds in the Republican presidential race.

The GOP candidate’s core campaign message is the constant threat of future attack and the need to stay vigilant.

The second-tier candidate with the first-tier resume is working to come from behind. And no, he’s not running for vice president.

The neophyte presidential candidate works hard on the campaign trail. His answers may wander, but there’s that smile and he’s a good listener.

The Republican is betting heavily on the early-voting state. He’s ahead in the polls after weeks of advertising. And he’ll even pay for rides to the straw poll this summer.