Cheat Sheet - Does Obama Want to Win?

Today: Venezuela Votes for President , Chicago Rapper Lil JoJo Went to His Grave for Taunting a Rival Gang Member , Philippines, Rebels Strike Peace Plan October 07, 2012 WAKE UP 1. Does Obama Want to Win? Buoyed by the Democratic National Convention, Obama just raised $181 million in September. But how do you explain that sorry debate? Maybe he's just sick of being the president. Michael Tomasky on why Obama might be fading out—and why he better turn it around fast. Read it at The Daily Beast EL JEFE 2. Venezuela Votes for President For the last 14 years, you'd be fine yelling "Viva Chávez" in Venezuela. But Sunday, socialist President Hugo Chávez faces his toughest challenge yet against a centrist governor. Henrique Capriles is dangerously close to Chávez in the polls, running on a platform that's fed up with crime and cronyism. Chávez, who uses oil revenue to support his allies—often ideological enemies of the United States—told his political fan base that no matter the result, it's not going to be the end of the world for anyone. That's reassuring. Chávez has come back from cancer this year, but hasn't been able to keep up with the energy of his 40-year-old rival. Read it at Reuters CUT SHORT 3. Chicago's Teen Rap Murder Rapper Lil JoJo dreamed of a greater destiny, but after he used the Internet to taunt another rapper and rival gang member, he was shot down on a Chicago street. Michael Daly visits his grave. Read it at The Daily Beast LET'S BE FRIENDS 4. Philippines, Rebels Strike Peace Plan Syria, take note. A major Philippines rebel group will put down its guns after striking a peace deal with the government. For 30 years, the Moro Islamic Liberation Front has fought for the independence of the southern Muslim island of Mindanao. In the agreement with the nation's president, Mindanao will now have its own governing entity—as long as the rebels no longer fight for an independent state. The national government will still control defense, foreign policy, and other major actions. The most important move, however, is the demilitarization of the rebels, who have an army of 11,000. Read it at The New York Times MUSCLE POWER 5. South Korea Triples Missile Range This would be the exception. The United States has agreed to let South Korea double its range of ballistic missiles, as fears over a strike from North Korea mount. The agreement also lets South Korea use powerful drones to carry weapons. The nation can now deploy missiles at up to 500 miles—making it possible to hit any target in North Korea, though not endanger China or Japan. The move makes sense, given the rants of belligerent North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. Read it at The Washington Post SPARRING Stewart, O'Reilly Duke It Out Battling it out at "Rumble" debate. JUSTICE Terror Suspects Face U.S. Courts After being extradited from London. HE SAID SHE SAID Romney: Obama Lied on Tax Reform Ad says president misled at debate. INVESTIGATION Naked Student Shot in Alabama Charged at police officer. WHERE'S SEACREST? 'Idol': Minaj and Carey Are Fine After publicized spat. GET The Cheat Sheet A speedy, smart summary of news and must-reads from across the Web. You'll love the featured original stories on politics, entertainment, and more from The Daily Beast's diverse group of contributors. GET Culture Beast Weekly cultural recommendations from The Daily Beast. David Blaine Wows The Beast Right now, David Blaine is at Chelsea Piers withstanding one million volts of electricity in his stunt. But just a few days ago, he was electrifying the staff at The Daily Beast. Check it out! More Videos Young, Broke, and At War by Sarah A. Topol Pastors Go Political by David Sessions 'Behind the Music' Turns 15 by Kevin Fallon

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