Archive for August 26th, 2008
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Obama calls Clintons to say ‘thanks’ (Rocky Mountain News)
Rocky Mountain News – BILLINGS, Mont. Sen. Barack Obama watched the Democratic National Convention with supporters in a home here tonight, then called Sen. Hillary Clinton and President Bill Clinton to thank them for their support.
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Obamawatch: August 27 (Rocky Mountain News)
Rocky Mountain News – Charles Barkley, former pro basketball star and former Republican, is attending his first political convention to support his friend Barack Obama.
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Commentary: Internet can strengthen democracy
Like most people, I really don’t want to be bothered with politics. On a gut level, it seems to be the province of the popular kids, and I’m a nerd. (Plastic pocket protector, thick black glasses taped together, that was me in school.)
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Obama fights ‘Swift Boat’-style ads
Sen. Barack Obama’s campaign and its allies have begun an aggressive attack on an advertisement running in swing states that seeks to link him to former domestic terrorist William Ayers.
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Clinton says election isn’t about her (AP)
AP – Hillary Rodham Clinton had a simple message Tuesday for her still loyal supporters: This election isn’t about her. -
National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, 2008
Substance abuse is an unrelenting evil that destroys lives, ruins families, and endangers neighborhoods. During National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, we emphasize our commitment to alcohol and drug addiction prevention. This month is also an opportunity to recognize those who have had the courage to combat and overcome addiction.
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Did Hillary heal the wounds? (Politico)
Politico – DENVER — There is no second place in American politics. There is no silver medal, no shadow prime minister, no government in exile. -
Analysis: A perfect night for Clinton, Obama? (AP)
AP – For one evening, their political world was perfect. Or so it seemed. -
Former Gov. Warner: Party must seize opportunity (AP)
AP – Former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner, keynoting the Democratic National Convention, said Tuesday that American voters “have one shot to get it right” by electing Barack Obama president to end Republican leadership that is stuck in the past. -
U.S. Attorney: Threat against Obama not ‘operational’
There is not enough evidence to conclude that three people arrested with drugs and weapons posed a “true threat” to Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama, the Denver U.S. Attorney said Tuesday.
