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 New California poll
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Check out the links below to hot political stories around the country this morning. California recall • The new Field Poll shows Democrats are starting to line up against the recall, but Gray Davis still faces an "uphill battle to keep his job." Cruz Bustamante's lead over Arnold Schwarzenegger remains in the margin of error. But if Tom McClintock were to leave the race, Bustamante and Schwarzenegger would find themselves in a "statistical tie."
The San Jose Mercury News: Poll: Davis' prospects rise but remain cloudy • Schwarzenegger's Monday evening town-hall Q&A session and promises of more forums like it represent a "recent shift in tactics" that will put the new pol closer to the electorate.
The Los Angeles Times: Schwarzenegger tries a new tack • Could Bustamante's "shift" in strategy actually encourage Democrats to vote for the recall?
The San Francisco Chronicle: Anti-recall message fading in bid for Davis' job • Bustamante can't shake questions about his campaign fundraising or spending practices.
The Los Angeles Times: Questions of finance dog Bustamante • The California recall has given new life to "town-hall meeting" format.
The San Jose Mercury News: Candidates appeal to voters in surge of town-hall forums • Maria Shriver's solo appearance on the campaign trail didn't go as scripted.
The Contra Costa Times: Helping hubby campaign is natural Bush's other campaign • With the speech behind them, the president and members of his administration have set out on a campaign "to build national and global support" for the high-price "plan for controlling Iraq."
The Washington Post: Bush pushes Iraq plan • John Edwards' decision not to run for re-election is sitting well with some Iowa Democrats.
The Des Moines Register: Edwards' sacrifice in Senate lauded Pick me • Howard Dean is hoping a Service Employees International Union (SEIU) endorsement could help him "wrap up the nomination much more quickly and improve his campaign's standing with union members." However, if Andy Stern holds off on backing a candidate this week, it could still be seen as a victory for Dean.
The Washington Post: Dean courts union president No in '04? • Hillary Clinton appears to be enjoying the never-ending speculation about a possible run for the White House.
The New York Times: Senator Clinton says no to '04, but playfulness hints at yes Tuning up • John Kerry gets ready for his stint with Moby tomorrow night.
The Boston Globe: Kerry gets in tune for Moby gig Compiled by Sasha Johnson.
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