We’re zeroing in on eight “tossup” states where the race is too close to call, but where the election will likely be decided. Try your hand at gaming out the electoral vote possibilities.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
National Elections
The Race To 270: A Swing State Scorecard
NPR.org’s new interactive scorecard suggests that President Obama may have a somewhat easier path to 270 electoral votes than Mitt Romney, needing to win fewer states. But that’s not a given. As you play, you’ll be able to come up with plenty of combinations that would get Romney over the top.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
During Debates, Silence On Some Issues Was Deafening
Amid all the talk of the economy and the Middle East, topics such as climate change, gay rights, campaign finance and the Supreme Court were completely ignored during the three presidential debates.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Horses, Bayonets And The Modern Military
President Obama said during Monday night’s debate that the U.S. Army has fewer horses and bayonets than in the past. That’s true, although Army Special Forces were on horseback in Afghanistan when they helped defeat the Taliban in 2001. The last bayonet charge was during the Korean War in 1951.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Florida Officials Investigate Fake Voter Eligibility Letters
It’s a sign that Election Day is getting closer: increasing reports of efforts to intimidate or mislead voters. Letters from an unknown source have been sent to voters in at least 20 Florida counties questioning their citizenship and eligibility to vote.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Why Are Elections On Tuesdays?
The answer dates back to the 19th century and involves buggies, the Sabbath and farming.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us