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Monday, November 24, 2008 12:00 AM

Barack Obama, honeymoon killer?

The Clintonites in his Cabinet, forgiveness for Lieberman, the creeping signs of centrism -- progressives aren't ready to panic, yet.
By Mike Madden

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  • Monday, November 24, 2008 06:45 AM

    Obama has more smarts than the entire Bush team combined

    Obama promised to heal the rift in American society. And he is doing exactly that. What better way than to enlist Clinton people and Republicans to assume positions of responsibility in his administration? Keep your friends close and your enemies closer!

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