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Can't defeat Taliban in Afghanistan, PM admits

OTTAWA -- Afghanistan will never be completely free of an insurgency, Prime Minister Stephen Harper said Monday, echoing the top British commander who said Sunday western forces could not defeat the Taliban. Updated 2:50 AM

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Conservative candidates comfortable in Westman

CONSEVATIVE MP Inky Mark skipped another all-candidates debate in Dauphin Monday night but makes no apologies for avoiding showdowns with his rivals. Updated 2:50 AM
Layton plays Doer card

OTTAWA -- NDP Leader Jack Layton says anyone who doesn't think his party can be trusted with the reins of the economy need only look at Manitoba Premier Gary Doer's economic performance for reassurance. Updated 2:50 AM
Election roundup

Facing growing concerns over the economy, Conservative Leader Stephen Harper softened his stance Monday on the need to balance the budget, saying there is no "immediate" reason for Canada to go into deficit. Updated 6:23 AM
Battlegrounds

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The daily voter

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