First Word: Politics of Sandy recovery

New best friends President Obama and New Jersey Gov. Christie, a major Romney supporter, toured the hurricane ravaged Jersey Shore. Republican rival Mitt Romney returned to the campaign trail in earnest with three events in Florida. Here’s a look at stories shaping tonight’s rundown, with just six days to go until the election:

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