NPR News Headlines
August 21, 2008
Poll Zeroes In On Weak Spots For McCain, Obama
An NPR poll of likely voters in 19 battleground states finds about half consider Sen. Barack Obama too risky. Fewer see Sen. John McCain as independent, giving Obama a slight edge. Many of the states polled are traditionally red ones where the race is surprisingly tight.
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In N.M., McCain Questions Obama's Judgment
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee John McCain campaigned Wednesday in Las Cruces, N.M. At a town hall meeting there, he criticized Barack Obama for opposing last year's troop surge in Iraq. He also answered questions from the audience about his vice president pick.Windows | Real
In Va., Obama Paints McCain As 'Out Of Touch'
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama campaigned Wednesday in Virginia. The Illinois senator used tough words to relay his message that Republican rival John McCain is out of touch with middle-class Americans.Windows | Real
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.
- About the Candidates
Profiles of the Republican and Democratic presidential candidates. From NPR.
- 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.
- 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 21, 8:33 AM
California's Youngest Democratic Delegate
Molly Kawahata, a recent graduate of Gunn High School in Palo Alto, just turned 18 in June, and is now headed to Denver for Democratic National Convention.
The California Report | Wed, Aug 20, 8:50 AM
CafePress.com
With convention season upon us, more people feel inclined to wear their politics on their sleeves -- 100% combed ring-spun cotton sleeves, to be exact. Conduct a search online for "political t-shirts," and you'll find a dizzying variety of sentiments. San Mateo-based CafePress.com claims to be the first and biggest online marketplace for t-shirts and other gear designed by the public.
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Perspectives | Wed, Aug 13, 7:37 AM
Time Out
The Olympics have given Brenda Payton a break from a relentless, disappointing presidential campaign.
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