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Thune, South Dakota's Republican senator, came into Congress bulletproof in 2004: he had just defeated Sen. Tom Daschle, the Democratic minority leader in a political landmark that was the first time anyone had defeated a sitting Senate party leader since 1952.
Thune, who had been in the House of Representatives, benefited from his close relationship with President George W. Bush during his campaign, but distanced himself from the unpopular president before Bush left office in 2008.
Thune’s name has come up as a possible vice-presidential candidate for a second time. In 2008, he was mentioned as a potential running mate for GOP nominee Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) and many national Republicans viewed him as a possible 2012 presidential contender, until he announced in 2011 that he would not run.
Thune, family remember longtime friend
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John Thune hasn’t been contacted yet by Romney vetting team, says report
The Romney team has yet to reach out to the South Dakota Republican, according to The Hill newspaper.
Family: Ex-US Sen. Jim Abdnor, South Dakota Republican who ousted George McGovern, dies at 89
PIERRE, S.D. — Former U.S. Sen. Jim Abdnor gained fame nationally as the South Dakota Republican who ousted George McGovern from the Senate, but he was known in his home state as the farmer-turned-astute-politician who loved talking with people and never let the trappings of office get to him.
James Abdnor, South Dakota Senator Who Ousted George McGovern, Dies At 89
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Family: Ex-US Sen. Jim Abdnor, South Dakota Republican who ousted George McGovern, dies at 89
PIERRE, S.D. — Former U.S. Sen. Jim Abdnor, the South Dakota Republican who ousted George McGovern from the Senate only to lose his seat after one term to another prominent Democrat, has died. He was 89.
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John Thune Won't 'Forclose Options' On Being Mitt Romney's Vice President
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Sunday Talk Shows (5/13/12): Jamie Dimon, Obama and gay marriage, Meet the Press, Face the Nation
This week’s Sunday shows include JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon on Meet the Press and several discussions of Obama’s support of gay marriage.
Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows
WASHINGTON — Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows
WASHINGTON — Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows:
Former GOP House candidate Goettle setting up super PAC
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