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June 14th, 2013
06:46 AM ET

Hillary speaks out – Erin McPike reports

When Hillary Clinton speaks, the political world listens. Her latest appearance is sure to spark even more speculation. CNN’s Erin McPike has the details.

“Mrs. Clinton's debut speech for the Clinton Global Initiative in Chicago this morning showcased a whole new Hillary,” McPike reports.

The speculation is not surprising as Clinton herself said, “I'll have an exciting announcement tomorrow.”

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January 30th, 2013
06:25 AM ET

Clinton skirts 2016 question with grace in exit interview with CNN – Elise Labott reports

FROM CNN SECURITY CLEARANCE BLOG:

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said she can't be faulted for not solving some of the thorny diplomatic issues she faced her in term.

In her final week of Secretary of State, Clinton defended her legacy in an exit interview with CNN's Jill Dougherty and Elise Labott.

Clinton acknowledged that her legacy includes unsolved problems in some of the world's hot spots, but noted that she assumed the job four years ago at a time of great uncertainty.

This morning on "Early Start," CNN's Elise Labott shares a moment when she grilled the outgoing Sec. of State on her 2016 intentions.

Read More: Clinton defends her diplomatic legacy

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January 1st, 2013
07:40 AM ET

Top political newsmakers to watch in 2013; BuzzFeed's Political Editor McKay Coppins shares his list

The 2012 election may be over, but speculation over 2016 has already begun. A recent CNN poll showed Hillary Clinton well above all other potential names. But who else is a rising political star to watch out for in 2013? McKay Coppins is the Political Editor of Buzzfeed.com. While most of us made a list of New Year’s resolutions, he comes to the studio with today his list of top newsmakers to keep an eye out for in 2013.

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