Nikki Schwab

Confusing Voter Registration Laws Could Affect Presidential Election

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - September 24, 2008

Register at parents' home? At school? Students get conflicting advice. more >>

Pollster: Palin Put Women in Play for McCain

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - September 22, 2008

A Lifetime poll found McCain has improved his standing among women. more >>

Self-Defense Techniques Help You Survive on Campus

By Nikki Schwab - Education - August 21, 2008

There's a self-defense class somewhere near you. It can be an empowering experience. more >>

Poll Watch: McCain Gains on Obama, Buoyed by Crisis in Georgia

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - August 19, 2008

In new poll, McCain narrows Obama's lead to 5 points. more >>

5 Voting Groups to Watch this Presidential Cycle

By Nikki Schwab and Kent Garber - Nation & World - August 13, 2008

Women, Hispanics, African Americans, Evangelicals, and the young could have an impact. more >>

Senate Stalls Media Shield Law

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - July 30, 2008

A mostly party-line vote means the shield law won't go to the floor for a vote before recess. more >>

Judith Miller: The Media Shield Law Is Long Overdue

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - July 29, 2008

Judith Miller, who spent 85 days in jail while protecting a source, talks about the media shield law. more >>

Some Black Republicans Torn About Voting for Obama or McCain

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - June 27, 2008

The historic nature of Obama's candidacy has some African-American Republicans conflicted. more >>

Clinton's Run for President Inspires Other Women

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - June 11, 2008

Her run could be responsible for inspiring a generation of female leaders. more >>

Clinton and Obama Conciliatory at AIPAC

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - June 4, 2008

The day after he clinched the nomination, Obama looks toward the general election. more >>

Presidential Candidates Spent Nearly $200 Million on TV Ads

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - June 4, 2008

A new analysis shows the Democrats outspent Republicans drastically in ad spending. more >>

Democrats Enjoy More Positive Media Coverage than McCain

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - June 3, 2008

Despite the idea that the media fawned over Obama, coverage of him and Clinton was equally positive. more >>

It's Not All in the Family for Some DNC Rules Committee Members

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - May 30, 2008

Don and Carole Fowler are married but one supports Clinton and the other supports Obama. more >>

Indiana and North Carolina Reinforce Demographic Patterns for Clinton and Obama

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - May 7, 2008

Clinton performed better than Obama among Republican voters. more >>

Polls Show Clinton and Obama Locked in Tight Races

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - May 6, 2008

Indiana and North Carolina voters cast ballots today in the critical primaries. more >>

Clinton and Obama Locked in Tight Race in Indiana

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - May 2, 2008

Independents and Republicans could be the key to the Democratic primary in the Hoosier State. more >>

Online Searches Help Decode Voters' Thoughts About Clinton and Obama

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - April 24, 2008

Leading up to the Pennsylvania primary, voters' searches were more negative for Obama than for Clinton. more >>

Many Women Don't Feel Obligated to Vote for Clinton

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - April 18, 2008

Obama is trying to appeal to female voters in his effort to win the Pennsylvania primary. more >>

Clinton Sticks to Criticizing Bush in Speech to Members of the Press

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - April 15, 2008

At a luncheon with reporters, Clinton criticizes Bush administration policies and praises the media. more >>

The Pittsburgh Steelers Owner Backs "Underdog" Obama in the Pennsylvania Primary

By Nikki Schwab - News Desk - April 15, 2008

Even amid the "bitter" controversy over remarks that have the potential to alienate some Pennsylvania voters, Sen. Barack Obama may still be able to attract the support of one important Pennsylvania demographic. more >>

Obama Addresses 'Bitter' Comment With Reporters

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - April 14, 2008

Rather than focus on the shield law, Obama attempted to explain his comments about rural voters. more >>

Obama and Clinton Reach Out to Voters in Pennsylvania

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - April 4, 2008

Both Democratic candidates are trying out some new tactics to woo voters in the next critical contest. more >>

McCain Stays Above the Fray While Clinton and Obama Quarrel

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - March 27, 2008

McCain's new focus is his introducing himself to voters through his "Service to America" tour. more >>

Race Debate Complicates Obama and Clinton's Fight for African-American Voters

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - March 20, 2008

With race making headlines, Obama had to ensure he maintained support from the key demographic. more >>

Clinton and Obama Court Western Pennsylvania Voters

By Nikki Schwab - Nation & World - March 17, 2008

In the bitter Democratic presidential race, the candidates are homing in on the state. more >>