Im randi kaye. Its 7 00 in austin, texas. Thanks for starting your morning with us. We begin with breaking news. George mcgovern, the threeteam democratic senator who sought his nomination twice died. He entered hospice care earlier this week. State of the unions Candy Crowley talks more about this. Good morning. A big loss for the political world no doubt. What are your memories of George Mcgovern . He was a democratic candidate in 1972, ran against Richard Nixon, against the war. As you would call it at that time, the vietnam war drove all the politics, and George Mcgovern, although he was an Army Fighter Pilot during world war ii and won the distinguished cross, was an unabashed dove. He wanted the war ended right away, and he ran on that platform, and he got smoked by Richard Nixon. I was amazed looking back at the numbers in that 1972 race. 60. 7 went to Richard Nixon. 37. 5 went to George Mcgovern, so it was that was quite a race, and quite a landslide for Richard Nixon, and the rest is history, as we say. George mcgovern was an unabashed liberal voice m u. S. Senate. He was a gentleman i know that sounds a little strange in the harshness of politics, but personally i always found him to be quiet. What you would think of as south dakota. He was born and raised in south dakota. He was certainly in some ways out of step with that states president ial politics at the very least. He didnt even win the state in his own president ial race. But he was unabashed liberal, loved his home state, and was just kind of a quiet, gentle guy, but fiercely liberal in his politics. Candy crowley, thank you. Well be checking in with you again with much more on this later on this morning. His family issued a statement saying that he passed away at 5 15 this morning. They said we are blessed to know that our father lived a long, successful, and productive life advocating for the hungry, being a progressive voice for millions and fighting for peace. He continued giving speeches, writing, and advising all the way up to and past his 90th birthday, which he celebrated this summer. He passed away surrounded by family and lifelong friends. Our Martin Savage has this look back now at George Mcgoverns life and legacy. Reporter George Mcgovern lived a fascinating life. Americas leading liberal came from republican parents. An outspoken critic of war who was a world war ii hero. He earned the ph. D. In history, then went on to make history. Mcgovern first went to washington in 1957 representing south dakota in the house, then later in the senate where he served 18 years. He was among the first to challenge americas involvement in vietnam. I resent the president running this war on his election timetable. I dont think you ought to be playing a numbers game with human lives, and thats what this administration has done. Reporter his opposition to the war would become a trait. Lesser known, his work helping the republican mom nation process. Significantly scaling back the role of Party Officials and insiders and increasing the role of caucuses, primaries, and delegates. Its the system used by both parties today. It was mcgoverns own run for president in 1972 most people remember. It didnt go well. Already a long shot against president nixon, it didnt help when his acceptance speech to the Democratic Convention was delayed until 2 30 in the morning, long after the huge Television Audience had gone to bed. Then mcgovern was forced to dump his running mate, thomas eagleton, after it was learned he had a history of psychiatric problems. Nixon won by a landslide. Despite the defeat, his campaign attracted the political young turks of the day boosting the careers of gary hart and a then unknown bill clinton. Mcgovern would try again in 1948 only to drop out after poor primary showings, but his words still resonated. The question is not are we better off than we were four years ago. The question is where will america be four years from now . What is the american future . What kind of america do we want to be . Later in life the man from the south dakota prairie refocused on a cause he worked on in the kennedy administration. Using americas agricultural strength to feed families at home and then eventually around the world. It would be the legacy he prided most. One expert summed it up best, saying the same trait that cost mcgovern the white house would become the same quality that he later admired. George mcgoverns ability to say what others would not. Martin savage, cnn. Other news this morning, the white house says it would welcome talks with iran to keep that country from becoming a threatening Nuclear Armed power, but the Obama Administration insists that a New York Times report that it has agreed to oneonone negotiations with iran is not true. A National Council spokesman said the president has made clear that he will prevent iran from getting a nuclear weapon, and we will do what we must to achieve that. It has always been our goal for sanctions to pressure iran to come in line with its obligations. The onus is on the iranians to do so. Otherwise, they will continue to face crippling sanctions and increased pressure. The New York Times reports that the agreement to talk oneonone was the result of secret negotiations between iran and the u. S. , and it reports, there is still a chance the initiative could fall through, even if mr. Obama is reelected. Iran has a history of using the promise of diplomacy to ease International Pressure on it. In this case, american officials said they were uncertain whether irans Supreme LeaderAyatollah Ali Khamenei had signed off on the effort. The candidates are staying most of out of sight today. President obama and mitt romney are hunkered down for their final faceoff. Final preparations are also being made at tomorrows debate site. Thats Lynn University in boca raton, florida. You see it will. The verbal dual if will focus this time on Foreign Policy. Wednesday mr. Obama plans to pull an allnighter both in key battleground states to launch a whirlwind tour of six states starting in iowa and he will cast his vote early in chicago on thursday. Romney, meanwhile, held his final formal fundraising event last night. He has raised more than 361 million in his latest bid for the white house. President obama has secured the endorsement of ohios largest newspaper. The cleveland plane dealer says that obama has fumbled the economic recovery but also says he has led the nation back from the brink of depression. Ohio in particular has benefit from his Bold Decision to revive the auto industry. It was gutsy, and it worked. Ohioans are making cars in toledo and lordstown. Theyre back on the job. Thats leadership that deserves a chance to finish the job. Mitt romney is picking up an endorsement from a paper in another key swing state. Thats nevada. The reno Gazette Journal says, based on our current fiscal condition, a still weak economy and a congress deeply divided along party lines, our next president will continue to face a daunting challenge, one that must be met for the good of the country. Four years later we find ourselves in need of change yet again. Now, lets take a look at where the candidates stand in those pivotal swing states. In florida you can see here mitt romney has passed president obama in a cnnorc poll. 49 of voters say they will vote for romney. 48 of the president. Thats 1 difference, and its well within the margin of error. Heading north of ohio noticed, fox news poll found a similar split in the buckeye state. President obama, you see there, in the lead of 46 of likely voters. Mitt romney with 43 . And paul ryan campaigning in that swing state getting a warm reception before speaking at a rally in belmont. The republican candidate is taking on the traditional v. P. Role of attack dog. Here he is earlier saturday in pennsylvania telling an audience why they should not vote for the president. President obama four years ago when he was running for president said if he had no fresh ideas, use stale tactics to scare voters. If you dont have a record to run on, paint your opponent as someone people should run from. Make a big election about small things. Thats what he said when he ran for president four years ago. Thats exactly what he has become now that he is president , and he has no record to run on. Vice President Biden took the campaign to the swing state of florida where he didnt miss a beat after his speech got an unexpected interruption. They decimate education. They like that beautiful baby over there. I dont blame them for crying. I dont blame that baby for crying. That baby that baby that baby knows whats in store for him or her if romney wins. But it wasnt all laughs. Biden also took romney to task over his investment record and used the president s new line romnesia. All eyes are on boca raton, florida, where president obama and mitt romney will face off tomorrow. Romney shined in the first debate. President obama reemerged in the second. Who will it be m third . Well take a closer look. Hmm, it says here that cheerios helps lower cholesterol as part of a heart healthy diet. Thats true. 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All reports on saturday night live, but it will be Serious Business tomorrow evening once again at Lynn University in boca raton, florida. That is where president obama and mitt romney will debate each other for the third and last time. The focus, Foreign Policy, and the recent attack that killed the u. S. Ambassador in libya will likely take center stage. Cnns athena jones takes a look at who might have the edge in their final verbal dual. Rimplt the third and final faceoff between president obama and governor romney will focus entirely on Foreign Policy. From afghanistan and pakistan to israel, iran, and the changing middle east. The candidates will spar over americas role in the world, the new face of terrorism and how to deal with the rise in china. With polls showing the president s advantage over romney on Foreign Policy has narrowed since the summer, mr. Obama tried to highlight one of his biggest Foreign Policy accomplishments at a life party Charity Dinner in new york. Its a little different because the topic is Foreign Policy. Spoiler alert. We got bin laden. He also used his speech to poke fun at his opponent. Of course, World Affairs are a challenge for every candidate. After some of you guys remember, after my foreign trip in 2008 i was attacked as a celebrity because i was so popular with our allies overseas. I have to say im impressed with how well governor romney has avoided that problem. Reporter for his part romney could try again to bash the president for his administrations messy response to the attack in libya last month and link it to what he says is a failed approach to the region. This called into question the president s whole policy in the middle east. Look whats happening in syria, in egypt. Now in libya. Consider the distance between ourselves and israel. The president said that he was going to put daylight between us and israel. Reporter both candidates face a challenge monday night. The challenge for president obama is going to be defining the middle east strategy going forward. I mean, he has had some success. He has had some things that are still pretty murky. Romneys task could be bigger. I think for romney theres a broad challenge, and that is how do you drill down into specific policies . The Republican Party hasnt really figured out what a republican Foreign Policy looks like after the bush administration. I think romney has been uneager to really delve into that. Reporter still, while important to many voters, Foreign Policy ranks far below the economy. If you are mitt romney, every second you are talking about Foreign Policy is wasted, which might mean that romney tries to break out of that and tries to bring home some of the Foreign Policy issues to domestic economic issues. With time running out, this is their last chance to make their case to millions of voters in a single night. Governor romney is spending this weekend preparing for the debate down in florida, while president obama is doing his debate prep at camp david. Randi. Athena, thank you very much. Can you watch the showdown over Foreign Policy between president obama and mitt romney tomorrow night right here on cnn. Live coverage of the last president ial debate begins 7 00 eastern from boca raton, florida. Congressman Jesse Jackson jr. Is speaking out. Hospitalized for depression, but still on the ballot. Hear what he has to say. [ female announcer ] introducing yoplait greek 100. 100 new. 100 greek. 100 mmm. Oh wow, that is mmm. In fact its so mmm you might not believe its a hundred calories. Well ok then, new yoplait greek 100. It is so good. Military families face, we understand. At usaa, we know military life is different. Weve been there. Thats why every bit of Financial Advice we offer is geared specifically to current and former military members and their families. 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The democrat from chicagos south side has been getting treatment at the mayo clinic for depression. In a recorded message to constituents jackson says he hopes to return to capitol hill, but isnt quite ready yet. For the past few months ive undergone medical treatment to address some Serious Health issues. Like many human beings a series of events came together in my life at the same time and theyve been difficult to sort through. I am human. I am doing my best, and i am trying to sort through them all. Im starting to heal. The good news is my health is improving, but my doctors tell me the road to recovery is a long one. Im anxious to return to work on your behalf, but at this time its against medical advice. Jackson, the son of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, is running for reelection in his chicago district. The Chicago Tribune reports that jackson could be headed back to the mayo clinic this week, many of the. Now to california where Police Believe a shooting suspect is now dead after setting fire to his home. Desmond john moses is accused of gunning down his next door neighbors. A father who tried to shield his children from the bullets is dead. So is his 4yearold son. Two other children and a mans wife are in Critical Condition this morning. Moses was reportedly being evicted from his home after not paying rent for years. Neighbors described him as really weird. Police are still working to identify what they believe are moses remains. We also are still continuing our search of the structure that was damaged in the fire. The individual appeared to have been a hoarder. Theres a lot of material in there, and the roof collapsed, so weve had to bring in a backhoe to dig through the rubble to determine whether or not the individual