August
August 31, 2008
McCain Suspends Bulk of Day One of Convention
With Hurricane Gustav bearing down on the Gulf Coast, GOP nominee Sen. John McCain announced late Sunday that he was suspending the bulk of the first day of the Republican National Convention.
August 31, 2008
Convention Decision Highlights GOP's Post-Katrina Sensitivity
As Hurricane Gustav approached the Gulf Coast, the Republicans decided to radically scale-back the first day of the convention in Minnesota, saying they wanted to focus on helping those facing the storm's wrath rather than partisan politics.
August 30, 2008
Ron Paul Supporters Plan Rally Beside Republican Convention
There's no room at the Xcel Energy Center for maverick Ron Paul, so his acolytes have packed their cars, hitched rides on "Ronvoys" and will pitch tents at Ronstock '08 in Minneapolis in defiance of next week's GOP convention in St. Paul, Minn.
-- Minnesota Public Radio
August 29, 2008
Republican Convention by the Numbers
Republican Convention by the Numbers
August 29, 2008
Obama's Speech Attracts 38 Million Viewers, Earns Mixed Reviews
Sen. Barack Obama's speech to some 80,000 people at a Denver stadium capped off a week of unity and surprise appearances at the Democratic National Convention. A panel of journalists assesses how the event was received across the country.
August 29, 2008
McCain Sees Fellow Reformer in VP Pick Palin
GOP Sen. John McCain named little-known Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin to be his running mate Friday. Writers who have followed Palin's career discuss her rise to national politics.
August 29, 2008
Palin Brings Conservative Credentials to McCain's Bid
GOP Sen. John McCain made an unexpected move Friday when he nominated Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate. Judy Woodruff examines Palin's background, her path to the governorship and her conservative track record.
August 29, 2008
Palin Has 'Maverick' Credentials Similar to McCain
Sarah Palin, elected in 2006 as Alaska's first female governor, arrived in Juneau on an ethics reform platform after defeating two former governors in the primary and general elections.
August 29, 2008
McCain Names Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as VP Pick
After a morning of fever-pitch speculation over the identity of Sen. John McCain's vice presidential pick, the presumptive GOP nominee gave the nod Friday to first-term Alaska governor Sarah Palin.
August 28, 2008
Obama's Acceptance Speech a Mix of Politics and Policy
Sen. Barack Obama delivered his speech accepting the Democratic nomination for president before a crowd of thousands at Denver's Invesco Field. A panel of NewsHour analysts and historicans react to Thursday night's event.
August 28, 2008
Obama Accepts Democratic Nomination on Historic Night
Sen. Barack Obama accepted his party's nomination to the cheers of tens of thousands at Denver's Invesco Field, becoming the first black American to lead a major political party into the fall elections. Following is the text of his address.
August 28, 2008
Colorado Delegates Front and Center on Invesco Floor
As Sen. Barack Obama accepted the Democratic nomination Thursday evening, the home-state delegation had a front-row seat -- a tribute both to its work as host and its position as a key state in November.
August 28, 2008
Excerpts of Obama's Acceptance Speech
Following are excerpts from Sen. Barack Obama's speech Thursday accepting the Democratic Party's nomination for president, as prepared for delivery and released to media organizations:
August 28, 2008
Behind-the-Scenes at the GOP Convention
Joanna Burgos, Press Secretary of the Republican National Convention, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the GOP event in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minn. The convention kicks off on Monday, Sept. 1.
August 28, 2008
Early Convention Speakers Hit Key Themes for Fall Campaign
Speakers at the closing night of the convention stuck to the merging themes of this convention, stressing the historic nature of the candidacy of Sen. Barack Obama, calling for new reform to Washington and giving special voice to Democratic leaders from emerging battleground states.
August 28, 2008
Rally Draws Voters Seeking to Fundamentally Alter the System
As thousands of Coloradoans and Democratic delegates filed into Invesco Field Thursday afternoon awaiting Sen. Barack Obama's nominating acceptance speech, the scene on the inside of the stadium was one of muted anticipation even in the nosebleed seats.
August 28, 2008
Al Gore Reflects on 2000 Election in DNC Speech
Former Vice President Al Gore tooks the stage on the final night of the Democratic convention at Denver's Invesco Field, reflecting on his 2000 presidential bid and his efforts to combat climate change. Following is text of his speech.
August 28, 2008
Va. Gov. Time Kaine Looks to Rally Dems at Invesco Field
Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine, a rumored running mate possiblity for Sen. Barack Obama, urged the crowd at Denver's Invesco Field to "move mountains" during his speech on the last night of the Democratic convention. Following is text of his address.
August 28, 2008
McCain Has One Word for Obama: 'Congratulations'
Hours before Sen. Barack Obama was due to deliver his acceptance speech in front of thousands at Denver's Invesco Field, GOP Sen. John McCain posted a video on his Web site congratulating Obama on his historic nomination.
August 28, 2008
Obama's Nomination Reflects 'Evolution' of American Democracy
Sen. Barack Obama's nomination as the Democratic presidential candidate coincides with turning points in American civil rights history. Historians and analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss the progress in American representativeness and the challenges to becoming a post-racial society.
August 28, 2008
Former Treasury Secretary Evaluates Obama's Fiscal Policy
Amid questions about Sen. Barack Obama's readiness for the presidency, former U.S. Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin of the Clinton administration sheds insight on Obama's capabilities and the likelihood that Americans will coalesce around his domestic and international economic agenda. Judy Woodruff and Rubin discuss.
August 28, 2008
Ahead of History-making Speech, Writers Look at Obama's Career
Ahead of Thursday's eagerly-anticipated speech during which Sen. Barack Obama will accept the Democratic nomination and become first black American to lead a major party into the fall elections, a panel of Chicago writers discuss the Illinois senator's career path.
August 28, 2008
Obama Learned Lessons on the Path to the National Stage
Sen. Barack Obama took the stage Thursday to accept the Democratic Party's nomination at the DNC, but to reach the national spotlight he had to overcome challenges along his political path. The NewsHour's Elizabeth Brackett reports on the years leading up to Obama's rise.
August 28, 2008
Jesse Jackson Discusses Senator Barack Obama, Convention
Leading up to Barack Obama's speech tonight at Invesco field in Denver, Gwen Ifill sits down with Jesse Jackson to discuss the democratic process and the role Barack Obama is playing in this election.
August 28, 2008
Stevenson's 1952, Clinton's 1992 Speeches Among Historian Favorites
NewsHour presidential historian Richard Norton Smith and Peniel Joseph, associate professor of African-American studies and history at Brandeis University, share their favorite speeches from the history of Democratic Party conventions.
August 28, 2008
Economy Grows Faster Than Predicted in Second Quarter
The U.S. economy grew at a faster-than-predicted pace this spring, spurred by growing exports abroad and a tax rebate at home, new figures show.
August 28, 2008
Reporter's Notebook: Gwen Ifill Previews Obama's Acceptance Speech
Senior correspondent Gwen previews the importance of Obama's acceptance speech on Thursday, which he will deliver on the anniversary of the 45th anniversary of the march on Washington when Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered the historic "I have a dream" speech.
August 28, 2008
Cartooon Offers Lighter Take on Obama's Official Nomination
TPT cartoonist David Gillette arrived early to Wednesday's roll-call vote at the Democratic National Convention to snag one of the best seats in the house. He recaps the day's official business of nominating Sen. Barack Obama.
-- Twin Cities Public Television
August 28, 2008
Texas Delegates Focused on Hispanic Voting
During Wednedsay night's Democratic National Convention, Texas Rep. Chet Edwards of Waco questioned John McCain's voting record on veterans' health care and benefits. From Denver, Dallas immigration attorney and Obama delegate Liz Cedillo-Pereira spoke with KERA's Shelley Kofler about other high points of the night.
-- KERA
August 27, 2008
Veterans Supporting Obama Speak About the Candidate
As the theme of Wednesday's Democratic national convention is national security, the role of the military and foreign policy has played heavily into the night's events. Military veterans who are supporting Senator Barack Obama give their view on the election and the man.
August 27, 2008
Analysts, Historians Give Final Thoughts on Wednesday Night DNC
Following Joe Biden's keynote speech on Wednesday, analysts and historians give their final thoughts on the third night of the Democrat national convention in Denver.
August 27, 2008
Historians Praise Former President Bill Clinton's Convention Address
Former President Bill Clinton spoke emphatically in support of Senator Barack Obama Wednesday night at the Democratic Convention. Analysts and historians react to the speech.
August 27, 2008
Bill Clinton Pledges Support for Obama, Addresses Economy
On day three of the DNC, former president Bill Clinton criticized the current state of the economy compared to how his Democratic administration left it eight years ago. Following is his speech in which he endorsed Sen. Barack Obama's policies over Sen. John McCain's.
August 27, 2008
Clinton Ends Roll Call Vote to Make Obama Official Nominee
New York Sen. Hillary Clinton ended a state-by-state convention roll call in a surprise acclamation, naming her former rival Sen. Barack Obama the official presidential nominee for the Democratic Party.
August 27, 2008
Joe Biden's Long Political Career Leads to VP Nomination
Following last week's running mate announcement, the Democratic convention in Denver is now a showcase for Joe Biden as well as Barack Obama. Ray Suarez takes a snapshot of who Joe Biden is.
August 27, 2008
Joe Biden Takes Center Stage as Obama's Running Mate
Sen. Joe Biden stepped to the spotlight Wednesday delivering his address to the Democratic convention as the newly named running mate. Ruth Ann Minner, the governor of his home state, Delaware, and David Wilhelm, a former party chairman, assess Biden's role.
August 27, 2008
Mayor Gavin Newsom Answered Your Questions on Gay Marriage, Health Care
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom has gained national attention for his championing of sometimes controversial social issues like gay marriage and universal health care. Newsom recently launched an exploratory committee for Governor of California. While attending the Democratic National Convention, he answered your questions.
August 27, 2008
For Biden, Some Hometown Fans
Delaware's Democrats will watch their senior Sen. Joe Biden take the stage Wednesday night as presidential nominee Sen. Barack Obama's vice presidential pick. The NewsHour spoke with members of the delegation about their views of Biden as a senator and what the selection means for the Democratic ticket.
August 27, 2008
John Kerry Whips Up Support for Barack Obama at DNC
On the third day of the DNC, the 2004 Democratic presidential candidate Sen. John Kerry took the podium after former President Bill Clinton's speech to garner support for Sen. Barack Obama.
August 27, 2008
Joe Biden Gives Focal Point Speech Against McCain's Foreign Policy
Sen. Joe Biden, Barack Obama's running mate, gave the keynote speech Wednesday in which he criticized the Bush administration's handling of the war on terrorism and warned voters against Sen. John McCain's foreign policy agenda. Following is his speech.
August 27, 2008
Pa. Clinton Delegate Frets Over Switch To Obama
Because Pennsylvania went for Hillary Clinton in the primaries, delegates are still debating how the delegation will vote. While many are honoring Clinton's endorsement of Sen. Barack Obama, some are still conflicted on the eve of the roll call vote.
August 27, 2008
Hillary Clinton Nominates Obama on New York's Behalf
With backers of Hillary Clinton still voicing their support for her presidential bid on the convention floor, the New York senator appeared during the roll call to move that Barack Obama become the Democratic nominee by acclamation. Analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks weigh in after Clinton's roll call speech.
August 27, 2008
Mayor Ray Nagin Answered Your Questions on Approaching Hurricane, New Orleans
Ray Nagin, the mayor of New Orleans, rose to the national stage because of his leadership after the 2005 Hurricane Katrina disaster -- and his sharp critiques of the federal government's reponse to the crisis. He answered your questions from the Democratic National Convention.
August 27, 2008
Service Day Lets Delegates Give Back to Denver
Sixty 7th graders at Cole Arts and Science Academy readied for Democratic delegates from California, New York and New Jersey to come help them evaluate Denver's ecosystem on the third day of the Democratic National Convention.
August 27, 2008
Frustrated Supporters Shut Out of Clinton's DNC Speech
New York Sen. Hillary Clinton addressed a full house at the Democratic National Convention Wednesday night. The 20,000-seat Pepsi Center was filled to the rafters and there were still plenty of people who couldn't get in to see the speech.
-- Chicago Public Radio
August 27, 2008
Reporter's Notebook: Woodruff on President Clinton and Joe Biden's Big Night
Although the major speech on Wednesday will be that of vice presidential nominee Sen. Joe Biden, many in the press corps and around the country will be focused on the words of another Clinton, former President Bill Clinton, who addresses delegates earlier in the evening.
August 27, 2008
Chet Edwards Passed up for VP but Lands Primetime DNC Spot
Texas Rep. Chet Edwards' political profile soared following rumors that he made Sen. Barack Obama's shortlist for vice president. He'll address the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday night to speak about the government's responsibility to support military families with Republican Sen. John McCain in his sights.
-- KERA
August 26, 2008
In Speech, Clinton Tries to Unite Party Behind Obama
As the Democrats wrap up day two of their convention in Denver, analysts and historians review the night's key moments, in particular Sen. Hillary Clinton's speech in support of Sen. Barack Obama.
August 26, 2008
Sen. Hillary Clinton Urges Unity in Speech to DNC
Following is text of Sen. Hillary Clinton's prime-time speech to the Democratic convention Tuesday, during which she renewed her support for former primary rival Sen. Barack Obama and urged her loyal backers to endorse his bid for the White House.
August 26, 2008
Michelle Obama Reflects on the Campaign and Convention
Michelle Obama sits down with Judy Woodruff to discuss her speech on Monday night in Denver as well as the last year and a half of campaigning with her husband, Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama.
August 26, 2008
William Jennings Bryan: Father of the Modern Democratic Party
At the 1896 Democratic convention, a speech by William Jennings Bryan, a little-know congressman, thrust him into becoming a spokesman for the many Americans who opposed the laissez-faire policies of President Grover Cleveland.
August 26, 2008
Pay Equity Pioneer Lilly Ledbetter Addresses the DNC
Following is the text of the speech delivered to the Democratic convention by Lilly Ledbetter, a former Goodyear Tire and Rubber employee in Alabama who filed a landmark gender pay discrimination suit that went all the way to the Supreme Court.
August 26, 2008
Democratic Leaders Mull Obama's Economic Policy
Two leading Democrats, Colorado Gov. Bill Ritter and New York Sen. Chuck Schumer discuss what an Obama administration would do to address the economic difficulties facing the nation.
August 26, 2008
Schweitzer Pitches to Middle Class Americans in DNC Address
I'm a rancher who has made my living raising cattle and growing wheat, barley and alfalfa in Montana, a beautiful place with soaring peaks, pristine rivers and endless prairies.
August 26, 2008
DNC Credential Badges Explained in Pictures
TPT's David Gillette explains -- in quick cartoon sketches -- the inner workings of the Democratic National Covention, from decifering the different colors on credential badges to navigating swarms of politicians and activists inside the Pepsi Center.
-- Twin Cities Public TV
August 26, 2008
Ohio Delegates Focus on the Economy to Bring Together the Party
With the economy still a key focus for voters, Democratic delegates in Ohio are looking for job loss, home foreclosure and health care solutions to bring their party together before November's election.
August 26, 2008
Shields and Brooks Assess Day Two of the DNC
Ahead of Hillary Clinton's speech Tuesday at the Democratic National Convention, analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks weigh her role at the event and look ahead to Democratic vice-presidential pick Sen. Joe Biden's speech on Wednesday.
August 26, 2008
Mark Warner Previews DNC Keynote Address
Judy Woodruff speaks with former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner about how he plans to lay out the case for the Democratic presidential bid during Tuesday's keynote address at the DNC convention and his views on the election fight over the battleground state of Virginia.
August 26, 2008
Women Voters Present Unusual Challenges for Obama
Recent poll results show Sen. Barack Obama's appeal to women differs between those who struggle economically and their affluent counterparts. Andy Kohut of the Pew Research Center and Amy Walter of the Hotline assess how women voters are weighing the presidential race.
August 26, 2008
Denver Offers Testing Ground for 'Obama-nomics'
Apart from hosting the Democratic National Convention, Denver residents are also assessing the possible impacts of Sen. Barack Obama's economic policies, including middle class tax cuts and investments in education and alternative energy. Paul Solman examines Obama's plan.
August 26, 2008
Clinton Supporters Discuss Their Role at Convention
Democrats of all stripes have converged on Denver for this week's Democratic convention -- many of whom were Hillary Clinton supporters. Leading up to Clinton's convention speech Tuesday, delegates reflect on the former presidential candidate and rival of Barack Obama.
August 26, 2008
Former Va. Gov. Mark Warner's Keynote DNC Speech
Following is the text of Virginia Gov. Mark Warner's keynote address to the 2008 Democratic convention, during which he struck a largely bipartisan tone while outlining the Democratic vision for the presidency.
August 26, 2008
Ariz. Gov. Janet Napolitano Talks Economy in DNC Speech
Following is the text of the Janet Napolitano's speech to the Democratic National Convention Tuesday, where the Arizona governor assessed the country's financial struggles and how the Democratic ticket can improve the country's economic health.
August 26, 2008
Reporter's Notebook: Gwen Ifill Previews Clinton's Convention Speech
Former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner will step into the national spotlight Tuesday night to deliver the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention, followed by Sen. Hillary Clinton.
August 26, 2008
Sporadic Protests Prompt Hefty Police Response
Hundreds of protesters descended on downtown Denver for the first day of the Democratic convention, voicing concerns over ranging from human rights to ending the war in Iraq to letting Ralph Nader participate in the presidential debates.
August 26, 2008
Georgia Delegates Optimistic About Turning a Red State Blue
Georgia Democratic Party Chair Jane Kidd welcomed her state’s delegation to the Democratic National Convention, expressing confidence that the Democrats can gain seats statewide and deliver the Peach State to Sen. Barack Obama.
August 26, 2008
Bloggers Answered Your Questions on Covering Conventions, Politics
Kety Esquivel is the founder and a blogger for Crossleft.org, a progressive Christian Web site. Liza Sabater is a blogger and the founder of culturekitchen.com. They answered your questions on the power of new media and the future of political news reporting.
August 26, 2008
Oklahoma's Native Americans Caucus in Denver
The Oklahoma Democratic Caucus is joined at the Democratic National Convention by other caucuses, including the Native American Caucus and the Will Rogers Caucus. KOSU's Michael Cross talks with members of both at Denver's Pepsi Center.
-- KOSU
August 26, 2008
Illinois Delegates Enjoying Rock Star Status at DNC
The Illinois delegates are enjoying the best seats in the house at the Democratic National Convention this week. On Monday night, they watched hometown politicians take center stage at the Pepsi Center in Denver.
-- Chicago Public Radio
August 26, 2008
Decision Time For Clinton's Michigan Backers
As the Democratic Party tries to rally behind nominee Sen. Barack Obama, some Michigan delegates to the Democratic National Convention will still vote for Hillary Clinton, who won the Michigan primary that did not have Obama's name on the ballot. Clinton has released her delegates but some are sticking by her out of respect.
-- Michigan Public Radio
August 25, 2008
Democratic Convention Sets Historic Precedent for Party, Nation
Democrats capped the first night of their 2008 party convention with a speech by Sen. Barack Obama's wife Michelle. Guests analyze how the night went for the party and for the Obamas.
August 25, 2008
Michelle Obama Addresses the DNC Convention
Michelle Obama addressed the opening night of the Democratic convention in Denver Monday with a speech focusing on her personal story and praising the leadership values of her husband, Sen. Barack Obama. Following is a transcript of her speech, as prepared for delivery.
August 25, 2008
Democrats Give Tribute to Senator Kennedy in Denver
Political analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss the dedication to Sen. Ted Kennedy, D-Mass., and the state of the Democratic Party as Kennedy passes the torch to Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill.
August 25, 2008
Pelosi Rallies Democrats Behind Obama on Convention Opening Night
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., told delegates gathered Monday evening at the Democratic National Convention in Denver that the party's mission to move in a "new direction" will not be complete until Sen. Barack Obama wins the White House.
August 25, 2008
President Carter Mulls Historical Significance of Barack Obama
President Jimmy Carter sits down with Jim Lehrer, Mark Shields and David Brooks to reflect on the race for the White House, Sen. Barack Obama's candidacy, and the historical significance of the moment.
August 25, 2008
Former Iowa GOP Rep. Leach Speaks Out for Obama
Former Iowa Rep. Jim Leach, a Republican moderate, gave an opening-night speech at the Democratic convention gave his views on Republican Party shortcomings and endorsed Barack Obama. Following is a transcript of his speech.
August 25, 2008
Caroline Kennedy Pays Tribute to Sen. Ted Kennedy
Caroline Kennedy introduces a tribute to her uncle, the ailing Sen. Edward Kennedy, as part of the opening of the Democratic National Convention in Denver.
August 25, 2008
Ailing Sen. Kennedy Praises Obama in Address to the DNC
Sen. Edward Kennedy, who was diagnosed with a brain tumor in May, was honored during the opening night of the Democratic convention. Following is a transcipt of his remarks to the assembly.
August 25, 2008
Florida Tagged Again as a Swing State with Diverse Delegation
The newly-reinstated complete Florida delegation opened their convention Monday morning with a pep talk from Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa about the state's importance in the Electoral College map.
August 25, 2008
Reporter's Notebook: Judy Woodruff Previews DNC Remarks by Michelle Obama
Senior correspondent Judy Woodruff looks at Michelle Obama's role in her husband's campaign and previews her opening remarks at the Democratic National Convention Monday night.
August 25, 2008
Shields, Brooks Mull the Democratic Party's Identity Challenge
At the close of the Democratic National Convention's first night, political analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss the demographic divide among Democrats, their ideological unity and the challenge for Sen. Barack Obama to represent them all.
August 25, 2008
Historians Reflect on the Democratic Party's Fractious Evolution
One of the world's oldest political parties, the Democratic Party has evolved over the past 100 years despite different ideologies held by its members and leaders. A panel of historians discuss past fractions within the party and the leaders who have tied Democrats together, including Sen. Barack Obama.
August 25, 2008
Democratic Party's 'Unity' Remains Intact
Despite fractions between Democrats who support Sens. Hillary Clinton versus Barack Obama, Gov. Howard Dean, chair of the Democratic National Committee, asserts that party members have set aside their differences and are united behind a common interest to win the 2008 election.
August 25, 2008
Democratic Delegates Bring Range of Views to Convention
Democrats are united ideologically, but carry wide-ranging concners to the Democratic conventions from their home states. Pollster Andy Kohut and analysts Stuart Rothenberg and Amy Walter examine the makeup of the Democratic delegates.
August 25, 2008
Democrats Aim to Heal Divisions and Confront GOP Challengers
As the Democratic National Convention kicks off, party members are seeking to heal wounds left over from the primaries and create a united front against GOP presidential hopeful Sen. John McCain. Pundits discuss the Democratic Party's efforts to unify.
August 25, 2008
Likely Kennedy Appearance Fuels Early Convention Buzz
In Denver, at the opening of the Democratic National Convention, news of a likely appearance by ailing party lion Sen. Edward Kennedy was the buzz of the lengthy media security line.
August 25, 2008
Madeleine Albright Answered Your Questions on U.S. Foreign Policy, Obama Ticket
With protesters calling for a firmer stand against the Iraq war and the selection of Senate foreign relations chair Sen. Joe Biden as Barack Obama's running mate, foreign policy is a top issue at the Democratic convention. Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright answered your questions.
August 25, 2008
Historian: Jackson Speech Sets Stage for Obama Run
Presidential historian Peniel Joseph explains how Jesse Jackson's 1984 speech at the Democratic National Convention in San Francisco introduced themes of diversity into the party and paved the way for the candidacy of Sen. Barack Obama.
August 25, 2008
N.C. Delegation Fired up for Convention Week
The North Carolina delegation began Monday morning chanting " All fired up, ready to go." The diverse delegation to the its Democratic convention includes state and federal lawmakers and a growing group of newly registered voters. Some remain supporters of Sen. Hillary Clinton, and may vote for her during Wednesday's roll call.
-- UNC-TV
August 24, 2008
Dial D for Denver: The Democratic Convention by the Numbers
5: Minimum number of miles of Denver's Interstate 25 scheduled to be shut down during Obama's Thursday speech at Invesco Field
August 23, 2008
Obama Taps Veteran Senator Joe Biden for Vice President
After weeks of speculation and pundit predictions, Sen. Barack Obama revealed that he had selected fellow Sen. Joe Biden of Delaware as his vice presidential running mate with an early Saturday morning text message and e-mail to supporters.
August 23, 2008
McCain Ad Takes a Quick Hit on Obama-Biden Ticket
After the late-night suspense over the identity of Sen. Barack Obama's was broken, GOP Sen. John McCain's campaign wasted no time taking the Obama-Biden ticket to task.
August 23, 2008
Biden Brings Foreign Policy Skills, Liberal Voting Record
Delaware Democratic Sen. Joe Biden, selected as Sen. Barack Obama's running mate, brings to the ticket extensive foreign policy experience, a generally liberal voting record and a strong personality.
August 23, 2008
Obama Supporters Finally Get 'The Message'
Days of waiting and watching for a text message from the campaign of Sen. Barack Obama revealing who the Democratic hopeful's running mate would be came to an end in the wee hours of Saturday morning when phones rang and e-mail in-boxes filled with the news that Sen. Joe Biden of Delaware was Obama's pick.
August 23, 2008
Kentucky Voted for Clinton but DNC Delegation Will Unite Behind Obama
The bulk of the Kentucky delegation were elected due because of their support for Sen. Hillary Clinton. Now, with Clinton backing the candidacy of Sen. Barack Obama, the state party expects this diverse delegation to unite behind their party's presumptive nominee.
-- WUKY
August 22, 2008
Obama's Likely Running Mate, New Attack Ads Top Campaign News
Analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss the suspense over Sen. Barack Obama's announcement of his vice presidential running mate and the latest ad war between the Democrat and GOP rival Sen. John McCain.
August 22, 2008
The Chime Not Yet Heard 'Round the World
If it's not the most highly anticipated announcement so far in the presidential race, then it's certainly the most highly anticipated text message. Members of the media, political watchers and supporters of presumed Democratic nominee Sen. Barack Obama continue to keep their cell phones or Blackberries within arms reach for The Text.
August 22, 2008
Mile-high City Braces for a Democratic Onslaught
Call it the party a century in the making. The Democratic National Convention returns to Denver after 100 years next week and with it will come thousands of delegates, media, protesters and, local merchants hope, millions of dollars.
August 21, 2008
McCain Closes Polling Gap on Obama
Four major polls reveal Sen. John McCain is gaining on Sen. "Barack Obama's statistical lead.
August 21, 2008
New Ads, Running Mate Rumors Fuel Presidential Campaign
Days before the national party conventions begin, the campaign trail is heating up as Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama release new ads and the poll gap between them tightens. Political reporters discuss the race.
August 20, 2008
McCain Talks Iraq in N.M. While Obama Tours Va.
The presidential hopefuls hit the campaign trial Wednesday, with GOP Sen. John McCain visiting the toss-up state of New Mexico and Sen. Barack Obama touring the battleground state of Virginia. Kwame Holman recaps the latest campaign news.
August 20, 2008
Minneapolis, St. Paul Mayors Clarify Convention Details
Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak and St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman join Midday to answer listener questions about the impact of and logistics for the Republican National Convention.
-- Minnesota Public Radio
August 19, 2008
Reporter's Notebook: Gwen Ifill on Veepstakes and Conventions
In a conversation with the NewsHour's Steve Goldbloom, senior correspondent Gwen Ifill mulls the media frenzy over vice-presidential picks and outlines what she'll be looking for at the upcoming party conventions in Denver and Minneapolis.
August 19, 2008
Media Speculation at Fever Pitch Over Obama VP Pick
Sen. Barack Obama has settled on his vice-presidential running mate, according to nearly every media source, and could make the announcement as early as Wednesday morning.
August 19, 2008
Candidates Trade Iraq Jabs While Courting War Vets
During recent speeches at the Veterans of Foreign Wars convention, Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama exchanged attacks on Iraq policy and military experience. Kwame Holman reports on the latest news from the campaign trail.
August 19, 2008
Denver, St. Paul Expand Social Services for Homeless During Conventions
The Democrats and Republicans are not the only ones gearing up for the conventions. Social service organizations are expanding their hours and working overtime to make sure homeless people aren't displaced when thousands of delegates, journalists, and officials descend on the host cities.
-- KUNC
August 19, 2008
N.C. Delegation Proud to Take Part in Historic Convention
UNC-TV's convention coverage begins with a preview of North Carolina's delegation, a party of 115 pledged and 19 unpledged delegates that includes first-time convention goers, returning delegates and those who are following in the footsteps of family members generations before them.
-- UNC-TV
August 19, 2008
Michigan Democrats Prepare for National Convention
Michigan Democrats are preparing for next week's national convention in Denver but will settle one major issue the day before the convention starts. On Sunday, the national party rules committee is expected to reinstate full voting rights to Michigan's delegation after being penalized for holding primaries too early.
-- Michigan Public Radio
August 18, 2008
Obama Nets $7.8M in One-day Fundraising Haul
Illinois Sen. Barack Obama raised $7.8 million for his campaign war chest in San Francisco Sunday night, a single-day haul that the Obama camp claimed broke a political fundraising record.
August 18, 2008
McCain and Obama Seek to Reach Out to Evangelical Voters
Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama addressed evangelical Christians at pastor Rick Warren's Saddleback church this weekend. Experts examine how the evangelical movement has changed since the last election and how the candidates are reaching out to the group.
August 15, 2008
Marcus and Lowry Weigh Reactions to Georgia Crisis
The Georgia-Russia conflict has put the foreign policy skills of Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama to the test. Analysts Ruth Marcus and Rich Lowry weigh the candidate responses and other political news of the week.
August 15, 2008
McCain Hauls in $27 Million for Campaign in July
Republican Sen. John McCain raised $27 million in July, his largest fundraising haul of his campaign as he tries to match the millions raised by Democratic rival Sen. Barack Obama.
August 15, 2008
Republicans Put Final Touches on Convention Plans
TPT discusses final convention preparations with some of the people in charge of logistical planning for the four-day event. Cyndi Lesher is president of the host committe, Matt Bostrom is in charge of convention security for the St. Paul Police and Jayne Khalifa is coordinating convention logistics for the city of Minneapolis.
-- Twin Cities Public Television
August 14, 2008
Native American Students Concerned over Federal Education Funding
As minority communities weigh which presidential candidate would best represent them on key issues, some Native Americans are focused on whether the next president will continue to fund tribal schools that form the bedrock of their education.
August 14, 2008
Clinton's Name to Be Included on DNC Nomination List
The Democratic National Committee will place Sen. Hillary Clinton's name in the party's nomination roll call at its convention later this month -- a symbolic move intended to help unite Democrats after the hard-fought primaries, party officials announced Thursday.
August 14, 2008
McCain Aims to Tout Foreign Policy Cred on Georgia Crisis
As the diplomats scurry to cement a plan to curb tensions between Russia and Georgia by the end of the week, U.S. presidential candidates have weighed also in on the conflict in a bid to flex their foreign policy credentials.
August 13, 2008
Warner Named DNC Keynote Speaker as Conventions Edge Closer
Details are slowing emerging on plans for the upcoming Democratic and GOP conventions -- with the latest news coming from the Obama campaign, announcing Wednesday that former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner will deliver the coveted keynote address on the second night of the Democratic event in Denver.
August 12, 2008
Duel of the Ads Continues With McCain's Jab at Obama's 'Fan Club'
Republican Sen. John McCain released a new ad Tuesday, the latest in a series of campaign messages to hammer at Illinois Sen. Barack Obama's rock star appeal and paint his Democratic rival as a popular, "dreamy" guy, but an inexperienced candidate that will raise taxes.
August 08, 2008
Shields and Brooks Mull GOP Retirements, Convention Plans
As an increasing number of GOP House members announce they will not run for re-election, analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss possible power shifts in Congress and emerging plans for the party conventions.
August 08, 2008
Wave of GOP Retirements Poised to Shake up House
Dozens of Republican House members have announced they will not run for reelection in the coming year, marking a 50-year high. Kwame Holman reports on who's retiring and what it may mean for Congress and the next president.
August 07, 2008
Ad Wars Heat Up as Campaigns Sharpen Tactics
Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama are taking jabs at each other through a series of television ads, which are drawing attention on both the political and pop culture stages. Two analysts look at the themes and the spending behind the ads.
August 06, 2008
Candidates Stick to Energy Rhetoric on Campaign Trail
Presidential hopefuls Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., and Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., continue to spar over energy policy in campaign appearances and television ads. Kwame Holman reports on the latest news from the campaign trail.
August 06, 2008
Nations to Mull New Sanctions Against Iran for Nuclear Program
Six world powers agreed Wednesday to start considering a fourth U.N. Security Council resolution imposing sanctions on Iran because of its refusal to end its nuclear program.
August 05, 2008
Campaigns Aim to Spend Wisely in Shifting Set of Battleground States
As the race to raise campaign cash pushes on, some of Republican presidential hopeful Sen. John McCain's time to spend certain campaign funds is running down as the Republican National Convention approaches next month.
August 05, 2008
Campaigns Aim to Spend Wisely in Shifting Set of Battleground States
As the race to raise campaign cash pushes on, some of Republican presidential hopeful Sen. John McCain's time to spend certain campaign funds is running down as the Republican National Convention approaches next month.
August 04, 2008
Candidates Focus on Energy, Spar Over Oil Resources
Sen. Barack Obama delivered a major speech on energy Monday, which included a call to open the nation's strategic oil reserves, while his rival, GOP Sen. John McCain, urged Congress to call off its August recess and pass new energy legislation. Advisers to both campaigns discuss the two views.
August 04, 2008
Transcript: Obama's 'New Energy for America' Speech
Following is a transcript of Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama's Monday energy policy speech, as prepared for delivery in Lansing, Mich., and distributed by his campaign.