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A reporter watches Democratic Sen. Hillary Clinton announcing on her Web site her decision to take the first step toward a 2008 White House bid. (Photo by NICHOLAS KAMM/AFP/Getty Images)

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Year of presidential firsts

Broadcast: Midmorning, 02/27/2007, 10:06 a.m.

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Chances are 2008 will be known as the year of a presidential first, perhaps for both Republicans and Democrats. Recent polls about personal identity are examining whether age, race, and other factors will influence voters' opinions of presidential candidates.

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  • Frank Newport: Editor in chief of the Gallup Poll.
  • Mark Blumenthal: Political pollster, also known as "the Mystery Pollster." He writes political analysis for his blog.
  • Jonathan Martin: Staff writer for Politico.com.

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