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NPR News Headlines
August 27, 2008
Democrats Make Historic Pick: It's Obama
Barack Obama sailed into history Wednesday as the first African-American to head a major-party presidential ticket. Prompted by Hillary Clinton, the party nominated him by acclamation. And after VP pick Joe Biden spoke, Obama joined him onstage.
The McEnroe Rule: Less Punditry Is More
Sportscaster John McEnroe, who as a tennis champ was known for his temper tantrums, has declared that in covering a great match, sometimes the key is to withhold comment till things play out. If only his brethren in the cable news world followed suit more often in covering politics.
Delegates Offer Advice To Boost Obama's Base
During the Democratic National Convention, Obama has benefited by being surrounded by a mostly adoring base. But as the election moves forward, delegates and party leaders say that he needs to extend his message to a broader audience — beginning with his speech on Thursday night at the city's football stadium.
From KQED TV
This Week in Northern California presents streaming video of the program's election 2008 segments and specials.
Online Voter Resources
- California Voter Guide
See what's on the state ballot, learn about the propositions, legislative and congressional races and find out how to cast your vote.
- SmartVoter.org
Learn about your local ballot measures, and find your polling place.
- Project Vote Smart
Database of the voting records, campaign contributions, public statements and interest group ratings for state and national officials.
- Political Base: Money
See who and where campaign contributions are coming from.
- Political Base: Issues
Compare the Democratic and Republican candidates' stances on issues.
- Truth-O-Meter
Fact checks claims made by presidential candidates. From The St. Petersburg Times.
- TheHill.com: Endorsements
See who Congress members are endorsing for president.
- PollingReport.com
Tracks public opinion polls from various major media outlets and polling organizations.
- Register to Vote
Download voter registration forms.
From NPR & PBS
- NPR News: Election 2008
Ongoing coverage and commentary.
- PBS Vote 2008
Collection of coverage from PBS shows, a blog and online election tools.
- Online NewsHour: Vote 2008
Analysis, state reports, daily photos and content for students and teachers.
- PBSKids: Democracy Project
Try your hand at being President for a day, learn how government affects you, go inside a voting booth and more.
For Educators
Visit our Election 2008 Resources for Educators page for classroom-ready lesson plans, student voter guides, partner web sites, and other resources.
More from KQED
KQED Radio News | Thu, Aug 28, 8:33 AM
Catching Up With California's Youngest Democratic Delegate and Remembering Del Martin
Catching Up With California's Youngest Democratic Delegate
18-year-old Palo Alto resident Molly Kawahata is the youngest California delegate at the Democratic Convention. We caught up with the young Obama supporter and member of the DNC youth caucus to see if the convention is living up to her expectations.marry legally in San Francisco. Sarah Varney has this reminiscence.
The California Report | Wed, Aug 27, 8:50 AM
How Did Hillary Do?
California Democrats listened attentively to Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton's much-anticipated convention speech Tuesday night. What many among the group of Clinton faithful wanted to hear was a definitive rallying cry for the 2008 campaign and an iron-clad case to go out and work for Barack Obama this fall. Scott Shafer has the recap.
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Forum | Tue, Aug 26, 9:00 AM
Women and the Democrats
Speeches by Michelle Obama, Nancy Pelosi and Caroline Kennedy kicked off the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Denver. Hillary Clinton will speak tonight. We discuss the role of women at the convention and check in with Clinton supporters about the call for party unity.
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