Rivals Box Clever ... But Obama Wins On Points ; Us Election Countdown

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BARACK OBAMA gained crucial momentum in his bid for the White House today after unveiling a large increase in donations and launching his strongest attack on Hillary Clinton's vote for the Iraq war.

In a polite but barbed TV debate with his opponent, the 46-year- old Illinois senator pitched himself as the only Democrat who had the broadbased appeal and anti-war record to take on Republican John McCain for the presidency.

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Rivals Box Clever ... But Obama Wins On Points ; Us Election Countdown

The live contest on CNN saw Mr Obama claim he would offer a "clear contrast" to Mr McCain's strong backing for the war, adding: "I always...

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