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Spouses of the 2008 Democratic Presidential Candidates

From Deborah White, About.com

To fully grasp the politics of 2008 Democratic race for the White House, one must understand both the candidates and their spouses, who all serve as vital consultants and spokespersons for their respective family campaigns. As Sly Stone sang in 1971, "It's a family affair..."

The following profiles of the spouses of the four top 2008 Democratic contenders describe the role spouses play in the candidates' campaigns for the presidency.

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  1. Bill Clinton, Married to Hillary Clinton, Democratic 2008 Candidate
  2. Michelle Obama, Married to Barack Obama, Democratic 2008 Candidate
  3. Elizabeth Edwards, Married to John Edwards, Democratic 2008 Candidate
  4. Barbara Richardson, Married to Bill Richardson, Democratic 2008 Candidate
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