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What GOP Can Learn from Cuccinelli’s Tanking Bid in Virginia – CNN

Virginia is a cautionary tale for conservatives this year. And those Republicans who always argue that their party wins when it moves further to the right are going to have a lot of explaining to do after Election Day. Polls … Continue reading

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John Avlon John Avlon Hosts – OutFront – CNN

John Avlon Hosts – OutFront – CNN

CNN political contributor John Avlon guest hosts Erin Burnett’s Out Front. John discusses job numbers, election spin analysis and other coverage of the days events. Also a segment with Angus King and Andrew Sullivan talking Jefferson’s Bible.

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John Avlon Jimmy Breslin in His Own Words – Reliable Sources – CNN

Jimmy Breslin in His Own Words – Reliable Sources – CNN

The legendary New York columnist sits down with John Avlon to reflect on his illustrious career.

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John Avlon Fact Checking the Pundits – Reliable Sources – CNN

Fact Checking the Pundits – Reliable Sources – CNN

John Avlon on PunditFact, the PolitiFact offshoot that aims to fact-check journalists and media commentators.  

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John Avlon Is It not OK for a Woman to Shed a Tear – OutFront – CNN

Is It not OK for a Woman to Shed a Tear – OutFront – CNN

Is it not OK for a woman to shed a tear? Is there a double standard for leaders who cry? CNN Contributors Margaret Hoover and John Avlon give their takes.

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Weiner, Spitzer Out: Thank You New York – CNN.com

Twelve years ago, New York City taught the nation about resilience in the face of a massive attack. On Tuesday, New York again taught the nation that character counts. There is, of course, no comparison between the horror of 9/11 … Continue reading

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John Avlon Father Ostracized for Paternity Leave – OutFront – CNN

Father Ostracized for Paternity Leave – OutFront – CNN

John Avlon and Margaret Hoover discuss the ‘double standard’ of paternity leave.

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Sex, Lies and Money – Your Money – CNN

This summer politicians, athletes, and finance moguls have all been caught in lies. Is lying now the only way to win in America? Christine Romans, Margaret Hoover and John Avlon discuss.  

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Sen. Graham: Boycott Olympics in Russia – OutFront – CNN

John Avlon and Margaret Hoover discuss Sen. Graham suggesting the U.S. skip Olympics in Russia over the Snowden case.  

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Why ‘The Newsroom’ matters – CNN.com

Aaron Sorkin’s HBO show “The Newsroom” represents the reality of working in television news about as accurately as “The West Wing” captured working in politics — which is to say, not at all. But both dramas did something more worthwhile: … Continue reading

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John Avlon Outrage over NYPD English Only Policy – OutFront – CNN

Outrage over NYPD English Only Policy – OutFront – CNN

John Avlon and Margaret Hoover discuss an English-only policy enforced by the New York Police Department.  

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John Avlon The Changing Face of the U.S. Electorate – CNN.com

The Changing Face of the U.S. Electorate – CNN.com

John King speaks with Margaret Hoover and John Avlon about how Pres. Obama was able to win despite losing white vote.  

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John Avlon October’s Game Changers – CNN

October’s Game Changers – CNN

Brooke speaks with CNN contributors John Avlon and Margaret Hoover about how unexpected events can impact close races.  

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John Avlon Busting Campaign Myths with Margaret Hoover and Errol Louis – OutFront – CNN

Busting Campaign Myths with Margaret Hoover and Errol Louis – OutFront – CNN

CNN contributor John Avlon talks to NY1 anchor Errol Louis and Republican strategist Margaret Hoover about the top three campaign myths that voters should be aware of heading to the polls this November.

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‘Sopranos’ a Violent Fantasy for Middle-Aged Guys – CNN.com

Why do we love gangsters — at least the ones on TV and in the movies? The sudden death of actor James Gandolfini at age 51 has brought a round of instant nostalgia for the HBO show he led at … Continue reading

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John Avlon CNN Podcast: Big Three – Chris Cuomo talks NSA, bad charities, and the human side of the CIA

CNN Podcast: Big Three – Chris Cuomo talks NSA, bad charities, and the human side of the CIA

This week on The Big Three, CNN anchor Chris Cuomo joins John, Margaret and Dean to talk about Edward Snowden and the NSA. Also: the dark side of charities, and the CIA’s new Deputy Director is human.

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John Avlon CNN Podcast: Big Three – LZ Granderson, IRS Trek, Michael Douglass had a bad week

CNN Podcast: Big Three – LZ Granderson, IRS Trek, Michael Douglass had a bad week

This week on the Big Three, writer LZ Granderson joins the panel to talk about the heckling of Michelle Obama. Also, the IRS and Michael Douglass both had bad weeks

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John Avlon CNN Podcast: Big Three – Russell Brand: Don’t blame Muslims

CNN Podcast: Big Three – Russell Brand: Don’t blame Muslims

This week on The Big Three we say bye bye to Michele Bachmann; comedian Russell Brand joins us (naked, apparently) to talk about his column condemning group-blame in the wake of the brutal beheading of a British soldier; and Dean … Continue reading

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How Did ‘Patriot’ Become a Dirty Word? – CNN.com

On Memorial Day, we honor those patriots who gave “the last full measure of devotion” — in Abraham Lincoln’s words — and died defending our freedom and union. But this Memorial Day is partly clouded by the resurgence of partisan … Continue reading

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John Avlon CNN Podcast: Big Three – Relief in Oklahoma?

CNN Podcast: Big Three – Relief in Oklahoma?

Will New Yorkers elect a punch line as Mayor? Anthony Weiner’s entry into the New York City race for mayor was one of the issues we discussed with comedian Jim Gaffigan, our guest this week on the CNN weekly podcast … Continue reading

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