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Portman may be on Romney’s VP list
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Ever since he played a key role in helping Mitt Romney narrowly beat Rick Santorum in the Ohio primary, Sen. Rob Portman (R-Ohio) has weathered the ups and downs of being a potential pick.
“Call Me Maybe”: The song of summer 2012
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Bob Schieffer to play at Smithsonian on Flag Day
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Listen to 2011 National Recording Registry additions
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Priscilla Chan’s wedding dress
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