The presidential campaigns are trying to rally support from a voting bloc that could make a major difference in several battleground states.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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Turns Out, There Are Rules For The Debates. Lots
Both Romney and Obama campaigns agreed to a laundry list of rules for the debates. That “Memorandum of Understanding” is 21 pages long and covers everything from air conditioning to props. Whether the candidates obey the rules is another story.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
It’s All Politics, Oct. 18, 2012
Presidential debate No. 2 is in the books, and the consensus is that â unlike debate No. 1 â President Obama came prepared for battle. For all the talk about “binders full of women,” and what was said when after the events in Benghazi, Libya, Obama and Mitt Romney both made their cases. NPR’s Ron Elving and Ken Rudin have the latest political roundup.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Obama, Romney Trade Jokes; Critics Aim At Obama’s ‘Optimal’ Comment
The presidential contenders fired one-liners, not attacks, at a charity dinner. And the president made an appearance on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
The Third-Party Factor: Will 2012 Look Like 2000?
Third-party candidates could end up affecting the outcome of the presidential race, as Ralph Nader did in Florida in 2000. Libertarian Gary Johnson could siphon votes away from both candidates in several battleground states, and the Constitution Party’s Virgil Goode could make a difference in Virginia.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
The Candidate Is Fake; The Consultants Are Real
Yesterday, we had economists create their dream presidential platform. Today, we seek professional help to launch our fake presidential candidate.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us