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The extraordinary powers of the presidency await either Barack Obama or John McCain. So do a grim national mood and a challenging global order.
Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008

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  • David Von Drehle
  • No matter who wins, the 44th U.S. President will inherit a nation in a world of hurt. A look at how each man would face an epic challenge
Photo: Brooks Kraft / Corbis for TIME | Source: No matter who wins, the 44th U.S. President will inherit a nation in a world of hurt. A look at how each man would face an epic challenge