primaries
Articles about primaries
John Edwards: A Dud of the Democratic Party
August 12, 2008
Edwards came close to winning Iowa in 2004 and 2008 and could have been the Democratic nominee.
Opinion - Michael Barone
The Primaries Produced the McCain and Obama Flip-Flops
June 30, 2008
We need to fix the primaries to alleviate the pressure to veer from the extreme to the center.
Opinion - Bonnie Erbe
Democrats Debate Changes to Primary System After Divisive 2008 Season
June 26, 2008
Some call for reform, but others say the Democratic primaries were wildly successful.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
It's Not About You, Hillary
June 6, 2008
After all, how can the Democratic Party survive—and win—without a Clinton? Unthinkable.
Opinion
With Historic Nomination in Hand, Obama Will Turn to Swing States
June 4, 2008
Clinton and Obama split the final two primaries in South Dakota and Montana.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
News Buzz: Primaries Wrap Up, Hummer Woes, and More
June 3, 2008
As gas prices have increased, the demand for large gas-guzzling vehicles has decreased.
Nation & World
Montana Primary Facts and Figures
May 30, 2008
Montana's and South Dakota's primaries are the last of the election season.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
Puerto Rico Primary Facts and Figures
May 30, 2008
This primary could be important to the Democratic nomination fight.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
Public Opinion: What Will the Democratic National Committee Do About Florida and Michigan?
May 30, 2008
How will the delegate controversy play out?
Opinion
South Dakota Primary Facts and Figures
May 28, 2008
The state's primary is June 3.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
Democrats May Drag Out Fight; Decision Time on Florida, Michigan Votes
May 28, 2008
Now it's the referees who are getting ready to rumble.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
Democrats Ponder a Delegate-Fight Compromise
May 28, 2008
The Democratic National Committee acted with "proper authority and jurisdiction" earlier this year.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
What Would Make a Clinton Popular Vote Lead Legitimate?
May 23, 2008
Clinton could lead the popular vote in four of the six metrics, but the Democrats seem set on Obama.
Opinion - Michael Barone
Obama Draws Nearer Nomination With Oregon Win
May 21, 2008
Clinton takes Kentucky by a large margin, but Obama marches toward the majority he needs.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
Can Obama Win White Voters?
May 21, 2008
Questions linger about Obama and conservative Dems.
Opinion - Bonnie Erbe
News Buzz: Voting in Oregon and Kentucky, China's Quake Trauma, and More
May 20, 2008
After today's primaries, the Obama campaign is ready to claim the nomination and move on.
Nation & World
Obama Leads in Oregon, Clinton in Kentucky
May 19, 2008
Obama hopes to move closer to a majority with a big win in Oregon.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
Oregon Primary Facts and Figures
May 19, 2008
Results through the years, and 3 things you didn't know.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
Will the Democratic Race End on May 21?
May 16, 2008
It may not be realistic for Obama to declare victory after the May 20th primaries.
Opinion - Michael Barone
Kentucky Primary Facts and Figures
May 16, 2008
The Kentucky primary is May 20, 2008.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
Blog Buzz: Mississippi, West Virginia, and Where Do We Go From Here
May 14, 2008
GOP's big Miss, Obama's potholed country road, and looking ahead
Nation & World - Nation
Clinton Wins in Landslide in West Virginia
May 14, 2008
Her win doesn't bring her much closer to 2,025 delegates needed to win the Democratic nomination.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
A Clinton Win in West Virginia Over Obama Could Be Too Little, Too Late
May 12, 2008
Obama is close to the 2,025 delegates needed to win the Democratic nomination.
Nation & World - Campaign 2008
News Buzz: Killer China Quake, West Virginia Primary, and More
May 12, 2008
An earthquake struck China today with early reports that 7,600 people died in Sichuan province alone.
Nation & World