Presidential Campaign Announcement Slideshow

Mitt Romney launched his second campaign on June 2, 2011, in the first primary state, New Hampshire, with a scathing attack on President Obama's economic record.

Stephan Savoia—AP

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John McCain launched his second campaign on April 25, 2007, in New Hampshire with a speech that began with the Iraq War and foreign policy.

Stephan Savoia—AP

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Barack Obama launched his campaign before the Old State Capitol in Springfield, Ill., on Feb. 10, 2007, with a speech that referenced Abraham Lincoln.

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Hillary Clinton launched her presidential campaign on Jan. 20, 2007, by posting the words "I'm in" on her website.

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John Kerry launched his presidential campaign on Sept. 2, 2003, in Mt. Pleasant, S.C., with a speech about the Iraq War.

Lawrence Jackson—AP

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June 16, 1999 Carthage, Tenn.

Ron Edmonds—AP

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George W. Bush launched his first campaign on June 12, 1999, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with a speech about "compassionate conservatism."

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Bill Clinton launched his first campaign on Oct. 3, 1991, in Little Rock, Ark., with a speech about change.

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George H.W. Bush announced his first presidential campaign on Oct. 12, 1987, in Houston, Texas, with a speech about his work as vice president.

Ed Kolenovsky—AP

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Ronald Reagan launched his presidential campaign on Nov. 13, 1979,in New York City with a speech about the role of government.

Walt Zeboski—AP

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