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There are two people running for president. One of them is currently the president; his last name is Obama. The other one was president of the Olympics at one point; his last name is Romney.

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President Obama and Mitt Romney in the first of three presidential debates.

CNNThe aforementioned gentlemen. “Obama” is at right.

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According to polls, one of them will win tonight’s election.

Let’s see, what else?

Nope, that about covers it.

Important update: It has been brought to our attention that there may be other candidates? We are researching this. Stay tuned.

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Late night update: Obama won.