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A look at the key moments of the 2012 presidential campaign, in its own words.

The 2012 presidential campaign in its own words

For all of the money spent, TV ads aired and campaign events held, a presidential campaign is basically made up of words. In its own words, the 2012 presidential campaign in 20 quotes. Tim Pawlenty uses the phrase 'Obamneycare' Republican former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty criticized Romney for his Massachusetts health care plan during an appearance on "Fox News Sunday" on June 12, 2011. But at a Republican debate the following day, he backed down, a move many found puzzling. ...