Articles in the 08 Race Category

Blagojevichs Arrest: So much for IL Ethics Proposals

December 11th, 2008

The Land of Lincoln not only is having a hard time replacing president-elect Obamas heavily sought after district, but may very well need a new governor as well. Recently, Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, along with chief of staff John Harris

Safety Disaster Looming; Obama inauguration tickets in record demand

December 4th, 2008

While in the midst of the US recession paired with the global financial crisis, Senator Diane Feinsteins legislative agenda is apparently not so full that she cant be concerned with ticket scalping. Apparently Feinstein, noting the clamor for

From Opponent to Secretary of State

December 3rd, 2008

President-elect Barack Obama announced Monday his selections for top officials that will lead him throughout his presidency, revealing a group of very experienced hands. Rounding out his top officials will be…

Stem Cells: An Issue of Morality

November 21st, 2008

Once again the debate over Stem Cell Research has been resurrected, causing an outcry from opponents. Although President elect Barack Obama has just two months to go before he takes his inaugural oath…

American Culture Spotlight: Proposition 8 Results

November 17th, 2008

Barack Obama, the first African American, now holds the highest political position in the United States. As we celebrate this groundbreaking achievement, we must keep in mind just how far we still need to go.

The tipping point for federal campaign limits

November 6th, 2008

The 2008 Presidential Race proved to not only be demographically historical, but the most expensive in US history as well, blowing past all previous records…When are the rising costs of US

Foreign Policy: Cowboy diplomacy out, Suburban diplomacy in

November 6th, 2008

The United States has officially moved into a new era of policy. Some of the most obvious developments will be made in the area of foreign affairs, a situation formerly known across the board for strong hegemonic undertones…

President Bushs wisest words to Obama

November 4th, 2008

We all know that George W. Bush will go down in history as one of the most profoundest presidential quoters in US history. His long list of power-packed comments will be missed by all as the smooth-talking…

McCain still has a chance

November 3rd, 2008

The time is now. Early voting is steadily streaming in and by mid-week America will know the end of this long presidential race. Until then we wait in high anticipation for this highly historical election. According to Real Clear Politics…

Proposition 8: Same-sex marriages no more?

November 3rd, 2008

Election Day is here California, and you have been hit with the second most expensive campaign. Next to the presidential race, the combined efforts of committed individuals in favor and against Proposition 8, have raised over $65 million. This has resulted in the…