Election 2008
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Where Did You Get Your Election News? - November 05, 2008 06:00 AM
Finally, Election 2008 is over, and we can get on with our lives. But while you were in the throes of the American political season, how were you keeping up to date? Sure, maybe you turned on the TV and browsed your local newspaper. But most likely, interactive maps, YouTube videos, Twitter tweets and your Facebook friends were providing you with the majority of what you needed to know on a minute-by-minute basis. This year, more than ever before, the Internet was a primary source of news.
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Elizabeth Dole Loses Senate Seat to Democrat Kay Hagan - November 05, 2008 12:57 AM
North Carolina Senator Elizabeth Dole ceded to Democratic opponent Kay Hagan Tuesday night. -
Unofficial Results Suggest Chambliss Staying in Senate - November 05, 2008 12:20 AM
Sen. Saxby Chambliss of Georgia appears to have defeated his challenger, Jim Martin. -
Udall Cousins Win Senate Races - November 04, 2008 11:59 PM
Democratic Senate candidates Mark and Tom Udall have won their election contests in Colorado and New Mexico. -
Obama Is Projected Winner of Presidential Election - November 04, 2008 10:49 PM
Unofficial results from several states indicate that Barack Obama, the first-term U.S. senator from Illinois, has won enough seats in the Electoral College to defeat John McCain. McCain delivered his concession speech at 11:15 pm EST. -
McConnell Appears to Hold On, Preliminary Returns Say - November 04, 2008 10:20 PM
In a tight race, Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., edges by challenger Bruce Lunsford. -
Voters Facing Serious Glitches - November 04, 2008 06:50 PM
Across the country, unnerving errors at the polls, both mechanical and human, are piling up. -
Exit Polls: Predictive or Destructive? - November 04, 2008 06:00 PM
Exit polls have misled the media in their efforts to predict the winners of past presidential elections. In 2008, can exit polls be trusted? -
Political Ads Through the Years - November 04, 2008 04:00 PM
Politicians have used television ads to disseminate their messages since the 1950s. In this article we look at the different ways politicians have used ads to connect with American citizens. -
Pivotal Political Moments from 2008 - November 04, 2008 01:55 PM
FindingDulcinea looks at some of the most memorable moments from the presidential primaries, as well as House and Senate races. -
Record Turnout Forces Polls to Open in Odd Places - November 04, 2008 01:04 PM
From hot dog stands to drive-through operations, to a Houston man’s garage, polling places across the nation have popped up in the most unusual locations to accommodate the record crowds. -
Election Day Marketing Means Free Stuff for Voters - November 04, 2008 12:38 PM
For many, Election Day means free stuff: coffee, doughnuts, music and even sex toys are up for grabs from local and national businesses looking to attract voters. -
Voters Undeterred By Election Day Glitches - November 04, 2008 12:30 PM
Minor errors at the polls, both mechanical and human, have occured in several locations. -
The 2000 Election Fiasco: What Have We Learned? - November 04, 2008 12:00 PM
After the 2000 election, America counted and recounted chads, replaced voting machines, and revamped voter registration. Eight years later, have we solved the problems? -
5 Most Controversial Presidential Elections in American History - November 04, 2008 10:00 AM
As America goes to the polls, we recall some of the nation’s most disputed elections, including those of 1800, 1824, 1876, 1888 and 2000. -
The Long Road to Election Day 2008 - November 04, 2008 08:25 AM
Obama and McCain, united in their claims to depart from the Bush presidency, rose to their candidacies from distinct starting points, and ran very different campaigns. -
Today’s Election News Roundup - November 04, 2008 08:24 AM
How to stay savvy while the votes come in; candidates continue to campaign today; Obama loses grandmother, presses on; McCain sues Va. over military absentee ballots. -
Election Day Laughs: Past and Present Campaign Videos - November 04, 2008 06:00 AM
A lot is riding on the results of Election Day, and maybe you're feeling a bit tense waiting for the votes to come in. What better time to relax with some amusing, election-themed videos? No matter what side of the political divide you're on, you can certainly cast your vote for the healing power of laughter. -
McCain or Obama: Whose Campaign Has More Money? - November 03, 2008 05:32 PM
Several media sources have reported that the Obama campaign has exceeded McCain’s purse by tens of millions. But the RNC has made the financial race much tighter. -
GOP Sees Silver Lining in Gray Clouds - November 03, 2008 02:05 PM
Leaving no analysis behind, election observers turn their gaze skyward to gauge whether showers or snow could help decide the election. -
Today’s Election News Roundup - November 03, 2008 08:32 AM
Answers to common Election Day questions; explanations of this year’s campaign myths; Obama could redraw political map; McCain could face an increasingly Democratic Congress. -
Michigan Prevented from Purging Names from Voter Rolls - October 31, 2008 11:15 AM
The state of Michigan is returning thousands of names to its voter rolls after a federal appeals court said they were removed illegally. -
Republican Incumbents Find Congressional Opponents at Their Heels - October 31, 2008 08:27 AM
A number of Republican congressional incumbents, previously considered untouchable, have found themselves in surprisingly tight races as Election Day looms. -
Today’s Election News Roundup - October 31, 2008 07:26 AM
Obama holds 7-point national lead; McCain to blitz with TV ads; voters say Palin a drag on GOP ticket. -
Obama’s Pricey ‘Infomercial’ Draws Big Ratings, Mixed Reactions - October 30, 2008 01:29 PM
Invoking the documentary-style campaign ads of television’s early years, the Obama campaign ran a 30-minute primetime campaign ad on several networks Oct. 29. -
Today’s Election News Roundup - October 30, 2008 08:32 AM
Obama’s message focuses on voters; AP anticipates Democratic win; McCain says voters will not choose based on race. -
Election Basics: Fans and Finances - October 30, 2008 06:00 AM
Good financing and a strong fan base are two crucial components of any political campaign, especially a presidential bid. -
Colorado Sued for Purging Names from Voter Rolls - October 29, 2008 04:48 PM
The state of Colorado has been sued for removing thousands of names from voter rolls before Election Day. -
Massachusetts State Senator Busted for Corruption in FBI Sting - October 29, 2008 11:03 AM
Coming just days before an election that could have saved her political career, Mass. state Sen. Diane Wilkerson was implicated in a corruption scandal that will likely end much more than her time in office. -
How the Economy May Affect Voter Decision Making - October 29, 2008 08:31 AM
Current economic woes could weigh heavily on the minds of voters this Election Day, as they make tough decisions about state spending at the polls.
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