Harry Caray must be rolling in his grave. At last night's Democratic debate in New Hampshire, moderator Tim Russert ended the two-hour night with a simple question for all the candidates: "Red Sox or Yankees?" Even Bill Richardson this time had the courage to choose one (Red Sox).

But when it got to Hillary Clinton, who splits her loyalties (some say dubiously) between the Yanks and Chicago Cubs, the question shifted to a hypothetical Chicago-New York World Series. The cautious Clinton, staring at the ceiling, said she would probably have to alternate between the two. Point is, not even on a simple sports question would Clinton allow herself to be tied down.

Which was how the night went generally for Clinton, who most agree won by not losing. (Katharine Seelye, New York Times)

However, Clinton did give a definite answer on torture, even in the ticking timebomb scenario, saying she opposed it -- a flip from her previous positions. (Ben Smith, The Politico)

A larger issue looming for the candidates, especially between Clinton and Barack Obama, is fundraising numbers. It's the one area Clinton doesn't hold complete dominance, with Obama having outraised her. But could the tables have turned in the third quarter and if they have, what might it mean for Obama's campaign? (Jonathan Salant and Kristin Jensen, Bloomberg)

But there are more questions today about dubious fundraising activities and Clinton's campaign. (Jim McElhatton, Washington Times)

Part of Obama's primary strategy is to win South Carolina, where, in at least one city, folks have mixed emotions. (Michael Phillips, Wall Street Journal)

Over on the Left Coast, Rob Reiner said he will endorse Clinton and is planning a fundraising bash L.A. on Oct. 21. Reiner joins the company of Steven Spielberg, who endorsed Clinton earlier this year. (Tina Daunt, Los Angeles Times)

Rudy Giuliani has fired his chief fundraiser, Anne Dunsmore, sparking questions about whether the campaign is facing money issues or poor third quarter numbers. (David Saltonstall, New York Daily News)

It's quickly becoming apparent that Fred Thompson has some issues with the religious right. (Jonathan Martin, The Politico) The differences will provide an interesting backdrop at next month's Family Research Council's Values Voter Summit, headed by Dr. James Dobson, where Thompson is expected to speak.(Jeff Dufour and Patrick Gavin, D.C. Examiner)

A look at Rick Davis, the man behind rebuilding John McCain's campaign. (Dan Nowicki, Arizona Republic)

Was it a good decision for the top four GOP candidates to miss tonight's University of Maryland debate? Ken Mehlman and Michael Steele don't think so.(Matthew Hay Brown and David Nitkin, Baltimore Sun)

Finally, one top conservative outlet has something to say to Newt Gingrich: Don't run. (National Review)

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