2
Oct
2008
Veep Debate!
Joe Biden and Sarah Palin debated tonight in St. Louis, Missouri!
Sarah Palin even made a joke about getting extra credit for watching the debate!
Did you see the debate? What did you think?
21
Sep
2008
26
Aug
2008
Democratic Convention!
The Democratic National Convention (DNC) began last night in Denver, CO! Usually these Conventions are full of pomp and circumstance, so orchestrated that the speaker can’t sneeze without permission. First Read has a good analysis of the last night’s speakers up.
There will be rock bands, movie stars, speeches, and lots and lots of cheering! I’ve never been to a national convention, but I understand these events always sit on the verge of pure chaos. Pure, orchestrated, chaos.
But that’s interesting about this DNC is that there is STILL feuding between the Clinton and Obama camps. Some Clinton supporters are still quite upset about what happened in the primary and they’re going to let everyone know about it. What’s interesting is that Hillary Clinton herself has put her full support behind Mr. Obama.
The Democrats hope to get several things done this week at the Convention. Most of all, however, they want to introduce Joe Biden as the new VP, and get a big boost over McCain in the coming weeks. Remember, as soon as the Democrats finish their Convention, the Republicans start theirs up!
It’ll be a fascinating week, and a fascinating introduction to politics for most of you!
Watch the conventions tonight and write your constructive comments on them here for 2 ‘possible points.’
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26
Aug
2008
Biden’s no ‘yes man’
Joe Biden was recently catapulted onto the national scene when he was selected to be Barack Obama’s running mate.
The Obama Campaign, in a tech savy move, sent the announcement out via text message to Obama supporters early Saturday morning.
Apparently, Biden pushed quite hard to get onto the ticket. (Wouldn’t any Democrat?)
In case you don’t know anything about him here are two great articles on him and his personality.
23
Aug
2008