A historic election in 2012 began with a Republican primary that offered never-ending drama and ended with the re-election of President Barack Obama to a second term.
Along the way, there were some pretty memorable moments — from the earliest days of the "War on Women" to Clint Eastwood's unforgettable speech at the Republican National Convention.
Here, we've compiled the most memorable moments from this year's political rollercoaster.
Mitt Romney Likes To Fire People
JAN. 9: Romney tells a New Hampshire audience "I like being able to fire people," kicking off a year of rich-guy gaffes.
Newt Gingrich's Moon Colony
JAN. 25: Days before getting trounced in Florida's Republican primary, Gingrich throws up a Hail Mary and promises to establish the first permanent moon base by the end of his second term. His campaign never recovers.
The Sandra Fluke 'Slut' Saga
FEB. 29: Conservative firebrand Rush Limbaugh calls Georgetown law student Sandra Fluke a "slut" and a "prostitute" during his nationally syndicated talk radio show, launching the "War On Women" and turning Fluke into an overnight ubiquity.
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