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Dem's Exit Stage Left; GOP Prepares for Its Close-Up

Barack Obama and the Democrats had the advantage of going first. Now the Republicans are getting ready to show their stuff in St. Paul. Did Obama's historic address in … more >>

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The Convention Is Over as the Campaign Begins

The Democrats have made history by nominating Barack Obama, the first African American to run for president as the candidate of a major political party. As he prepares … more >>

Day Three: Bill Clinton, Joe Biden and Foreign Policy

Last night it was Hillary, tonight it's Bill. Vice Presidential selection Joe Biden will have to compete with another Clinton. On a night that's scheduled to highlight … more >>

Day Two for the Democrats: Where's the Red Meat?

Last night it was Teddy Kennedy and Michelle Obama. Tonight, the keynote speaker is Virginia's former Governor, Mark Warner. But the star of the show will be Hillary … more >>

The Democrats Have Descended on Denver

Barack Obama has four days to turn the tide of public opinion, which shows him now virtually tied with John McCain. From the Democratic Convention, we hear about Obama's … more >>

Will Democratic Convention Rekindle Obama's Momentum?

The Democrats are gathering in Denver, getting ready to nominate the first African American candidate for President. But history aside, the Dems have their work cut out … more >>

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LEFT, RIGHT & CENTER

The Dems' Denver Surge; McCain's Palin Surprise

John McCain exploded the news agenda today with his surprising choice of running mate Sarah Palin, Governor of Alaska. The news nearly blew Obama's speech and the … more >>

Pulling out of Georgia; Pulling out of Iraq; How many houses?

Is Russia honoring its deadline to pull out of Georgia? A very substantive and fascinating discussion of how to deal with Russia ensues with Tony insisting that Russia … more >>

Russia, Georgia; DemoCon-Hill, Bill; Dems and Oil; SwiftBoat2

Russia continues to occupy Georgia and doesn't appear to be backing down. Is this Georgia's fault? Instead of windsurfing in Hawaii, should Obama have been making daily … more >>

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WHICH WAY L.A.?

Hillary and the Convention

Just as her most committed supporters have been demanding, Hillary Clinton's name will be put in nomination at the convention in Denver. … more >>

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HEADLINES AND TOP STORIES

NPR: Elections 2008

Obama Eyes Napolitano For Homeland Security

Nov 20, 2008 10:00 am

President-elect Barack Obama is considering Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano as head of the Department of Homeland Security. Kent Alexander, who went to law school and served as U.S. attorney with Napolitano, talks about the her qualifications.

Political Rewind: NPR's Best Election-Related Stories

Nov 13, 2008 11:52 am

"Political Rewind" is National Editor Muthoni Muturi's biweekly take on NPR's best election-related stories from the campaign trail and around the country.

Dean Explains The Democrats' '50-State Strategy'

Nov 13, 2008 9:29 am

Howard Dean, former presidential candidate and chairman of the Democratic National Committee, implemented the "50-State Strategy" to help the Democrats win big in 2008 — and it appears to have worked. This campaign approach doesn't write states off as "unwinnable."

NewsHour with Jim Lehrer

Stevens' Defeat Ends Long Political Career, Brings Democrats Closer to 60 Seats

Nov 18, 2008 9:00 pm

With a stunning victory in the Alaska Senate race declared late Tuesday, Democrats took another major step toward their target of reaching a filibuster-proof majority in the Senate. Embattled Alaskan political icon Ted Stevens trailed Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich by an insurmountable tally of 3,724 votes.

Newly Elected Senators Assess Priorities en Route to Capitol Hill

Nov 6, 2008 3:28 pm

After Tuesday's election, a handful of newly elected U.S. senators will help reshape the Congress. Senators-elect Jim Risch, R-Idaho, Mark Udall, D-Colo., and Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore. assess their goals and what influence they will have on the 111th Congress.

Historians Answered Your Questions on Obama's Win, 2008 Campaign

Nov 6, 2008 2:10 pm

Sen. Barack Obama will become the country's first black leader after a campaign season that broke records and saw female candidates break new ground. Historians Richard Norton Smith and Peniel Joseph answered your questions on this historic election.

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