Speaking by satellite to the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama slammed his opponent John McCain for voting against education funding.
Bill Clinton and Barack Obama’s Alpha Male Feud Could Cost Hillary
According to an LA Times story, Barack Obama has confirmed that Hillary Clinton is on the VP list, but the problem is that the Obama camp does not want former president Bill Clinton hovering around the White House and looking over Obama's shoulder.
Good Riddance to Tony Snow
News has been circulating all day about the death of former White House Press Secretary Tony Snow. The former Bush aid and FOX News contributor died at 2am Saturday morning at Georgetown University Hospital. He was 53.
But this is no eulogy.
Obama Stands By His Call for American Kids to Learn Foreign Languages
Despite criticism from the right, today Barack Obama stood by his call for American schools to increase their emphasis on teaching foreign languages.
Five Names on Obama’s VP Shortlist
According to various media reports, the Barack Obama presidential campaign is starting the vetting process in their search for his running mate. Only Sen. Chris Dodd (D-CT) would confirm that he has been asked to provide more information to Obama's search team.
Obama Mocks “Mental Recession” Comment
While speaking in Fairfax, Virginia Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama mocked the comments of McCain advisor Phil Gramm who said that the nation is in a "mental recession", and that America is a nation of whiners.
How Jesse Jackson Did Barack Obama a Big Favor
The tape of Jesse Jackson saying that Barack Obama was talking down to black people and that the good reverend wanted to cut his nuts off for it was one of the best things that could have happened to Barack Obama.
Obama Talks about Abortion, Equal Pay, and the Supreme Court
While appearing at a fundraiser this morning in New York City with Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-NY), Barack Obama talked about this election in terms of the Supreme Court and what is at stake for women.
Ralph Nader on the Senate FISA Bill Passage
Here is Ralph Nader's reaction to the Senate's passage of a FISA bill today which granted immunity to the telecom companies who participated in George W. Bush's warrantless wiretapping program.
Senate Passes FISA Bill With Telecom Immunity
As expected the Senate passed the FISA bill today complete with full immunity for the telecoms who participated in President Bush's warrantless wiretapping program. The bill passed by a vote of 69-28.
The Buzz is growing for Joe Biden as Obama’s Running Mate
In the last week, the buzz has been growing that Sen. Joe Biden (D-DE) is soaring up the shortlist of potential running mates for Barack Obama. Since Obama campaign manager David Plouffe has already suggested that geography, or a running mate's ability to deliver their home state, will not be a major consideration in selecting a running mate.
Obama Denies Changing His Positions
At a town hall meeting in Georgia today Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama denied changing his positions on issues like Iraq, guns, and the death penalty to appeal to the political middle.
Christian Group Calls Obama The Abortion President
The Christian Defense Coalition has announced a new campaign to "educate" American voters about what the group calls Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama's "radical and extremist abortion positions."
Obama Gives Himself Wiggle Room on Iraq Timeframe
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama continues to try to distance himself from his primary campaign proposal of having all troops out of Iraq in 16 months. In an interview with the Military Times Obama was asked the timing and strategy involved in withdrawing the troops from Iraq.
Jim Webb Removes His Name from Obama VP Hunt
In a statement from his office today, Sen. Jim Webb (D-VA) announced that he has notified the Barack Obama campaign that he intends to remain in the Senate, and he does not want to be considered as a running mate for Obama.
He Desired a Better Country?
He has been protested against, attacked, and had his life threatened on doubtless many occasions.
He fought against what he thought was an unjust law, campaigning for what he, and many, sees as a women's rights issue.
To his supporters he is a champion of freedom and a symbol of triumph.
To his detractors he is nothing but a murderer.
Bob Barr: Bush has Systemically Assaulted the Bill of Rights
Bob Barr the Libertarian Party's presidential candidate appeared on ABC's This Week program today.
Obama Attacks McCain on Education
Barack Obama spoke via satellite to the National Education Association today, and called John McCain someone who "has a pretty slim record on education." Obama said that when his opponent has taken a stand on education, it has been the wrong one.
McCain to Avoid Bush during GOP Convention
In a sign of just how poisonous President Bush has become to his fellow Republican's election hopes, the sitting President will speak on the opening night of the Republican convention, and there will not be a joint media appearance with John McCain.
Obama Clarifies His Earlier Comments on Iraq Timeline
The Obama campaign quickly put together another press conference after the negative reaction to the idea that Obama might refine his Iraq policy made the rounds. "Let me be as clear as I can be. I intend to end this war.