Thursday, July 24, 2008

Liz Halloran

Strategists: McCain Can Still Win the Debate Over Iraq

Despite Obama's trip dominating coverage, strategists think McCain can take control of the argument. more >>

Firefighters Union Likely To Endorse Obama

Poll of first responders shows many favor Obama's stance on economic and labor issues. more >>

Obama Campaign Is Making Progress With Evangelical Voters

McCain leads with the group but the Democrat is doing all the right things. more >>

Obama and McCain Debate Iraq and Foreign Policy

Obama's speech today led McCain to scrap his planned comments and turn to Iraq. more >>

Ralph Nader Seeks Votes by Picking a Fight with Rush Limbaugh

Nader faults the conservative talker for enriching himself using the public airwaves. more >>

Memo to Democrats: McCain's War Service Is Off Limits

Top Democratic strategists, and Obama supporters, warn their own to stay away from McCain's war record. more >>

McCain Vice President Choice is His Toughest Decision Yet

McCain needs to excite the dispirited party with his choice for the bottom of the ticket. more >>

Democrats Debate Changes to Primary System After Divisive 2008 Season

Some call for reform, but others say the Democratic primaries were wildly successful. more >>

NARAL Poll Shows Abortion Issue Could Push Independents and Pro-Choice Republicans to Obama

The poll found if voters know the candidates' stances, they choose Obama over McCain. more >>

Dean: Party Needs to Unify Around Obama

The DNC chair said the Democratic Party will have no money problems this year with Obama on the ticket. more >>

Clinton Backers' Support of Obama Not Universal

Her strong endorsement of Obama gave many of her supporters a reason to stay in the Democratic fold. more >>

After Her Loss to Obama, Clinton Has Many Options

Her run for president wrote a new chapter in American politics. more >>

Democratic Party Needs to Heal and Unite to Beat McCain

With Clinton still in the race, party leaders are searching to unify the party behind Obama. more >>

Democratic Activists Continue to Stress McCain Aides Lobbying Ties

The Republican's campaign says talk of Charlie Black and Rick Davis resigning is ridiculous. more >>

Despite Missteps, Bill Clinton's Legacy Will Emerge Intact

After the rough campaign for his wife, Clinton may have done some damage to his reputation. more >>

Lieberman Talks About McCain, Hamas, and the Democrats

The Connecticut senator talks about his support for a Republican and the presidential election. more >>

Clinton's Women Supporters Angry and Sad as Campaign Comes Closer to an End

Supporters think Clinton should stay in the race until June 3, or beyond. more >>

McCain's Age and Past Health Problems Could Be An Issue in the Presidential Race

A hard life has taken its toll, but is it an issue that matters? more >>

Obama Cuts the Ties of Controversy with Wright

Sen. Barack Obama couldn't afford to wait any longer. more >>

Reverend Wright's Re-emergence Could Spell Trouble for Obama Campaign

His speech today signaled he's not going away quietly, despite the potential to hurt Obama's campaign. more >>

Despite Pennsylvania Win, Clinton and Obama Have Similar Chances of Beating McCain

Going forward, state demographics could matter more to primary results than campaigning. more >>

Jewish Voters Still Have Questions About Obama

Jewish voters still are unsure of the presidential candidate. more >>

Ads Call for Condoleezza Rice's Resignation for Her Role in "Torture" Discussions

Three progressive grass-roots organizations today said they will air a television ad around the time of tonight's Democratic debate calling for Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice to step down. more >>

Unmarried Women are the 'Soccer Moms' of the 2008 Presidential Election

This cycle, the campaigns must focus on a new key demographic in order to win the White House. more >>

McCain Campaign Cries Foul Over New Book's Temper Allegations

A new book by Cliff Schecter details how Democrats can beat McCain. more >>

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