Republican National Convention

TO THE POINT: At the Republican National Convention

After the Conventions Are a Wrap, What's Next for the Campaigns?

John McCain and his running mate Sarah Palin have used the convention spotlight to paint the GOP as the party most in sync with mainstream America. Can the party that's … more >>

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Sarah Palin: A Pit Bull with Lipstick

Alaska Governor Sarah Palin got a three-minute ovation last night even before she began talking. As she described herself and John McCain as mavericks willing to challenge … more >>

Sarah Palin: Preparing for Prime Time

The Governor of Alaska has been under wraps and under intense preparation for tonight's address to the convention and the rest of the world. A former aide to President … more >>

Can the Republicans Finally Get Down to Business?

The Republicans spent yesterday raising money for victims of Hurricane Gustav. Today, it's back to the business of nominating John McCain and his controversial … more >>

The GOP and Hurricane Gustav

From the River Centre in St. Paul, Minnesota, opening day is a shadow of what the Republicans planned for their National Convention. The McCain campaign is waiting to see … 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 >>

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HEADLINES AND TOP STORIES

NPR: Elections 2008

Political Junkie: Obama Selects His Team

Nov 26, 2008 7:57 am

In this week's edition of the Political Junkie, Matt Bai, writer for The New York Times Magazine, gives a rundown of this week's news in politics. Also: Lanny Davis, former special counsel to President Bill Clinton, talks about President-elect Barack Obama's cabinet and White House picks.

Political Rewind: NPR's Best Election-Related Stories

Nov 24, 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.

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.

NewsHour with Jim Lehrer

Military Recruitment Called into Question Over Promises, Methods

Dec 1, 2008 1:45 pm

With a low proportion of the nation\'s growing Hispanic population represented in the American military, recruiters are trying to enlist more Latino youth. Martin Terrones reports on controversial tactics surrounding the recruitment of high school students and promises of eventual citizenship for immigrant soldiers.

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.

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