Democratic National Convention

  1. Playboy 's Hefner Spars With GOP Over Rep. Sanchez Lunch at Mansion

    Washington Whispers &bull Yesterday

    Playboy's Hugh Hefner has a pet congresswoman, and now a tweet about a private fundraising lunch at the Playboy Mansion with California Rep. Loretta Sanchez is catching some heat from Republicans and putting the lawmaker in an unwanted spotlight. It all started when Hefner on… Full Story »

  2. DNC chair in town to show support for Mark Dayton

    Star Tribune Politics &bull Yesterday

    Kaine, who was born in St. Paul, also said he has a "soft spot" for the Gopher State but wouldn't pre-judge Minneapolis' bid to land the 2012 Democratic National Convention. Appearing with Dayton, Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak and St. Paul… Full Story »


  3. Ann Arbor resident runs for State Board of Education on Republican ticket

    Examiner Politics Channel Articles &bull Aug 31, 2010

    Last Saturday, the Republicans and Democrats held their state conventions to nominate candidates for state offices other than Governor. Between them, the two major parties nominated four candidates from Washtenaw County. Three of them were for the University of Michigan Board of Regents. The fourth Washtenaw County resident on a major party ticket was Eileen Weiser of Ann Arbor, who the Michigan Republican Party nominated for one of two positions… Full Story »


  4. The Bean Predicts.com: Political Prognostication Commentary - Home

    www.thebeanpredicts.com via @TheBeanPredicts  &bull Aug 29, 2010

    David Helfenbeinhas a record accuracy with election predictions, winning a contest for the 2006 midterm elections (while he sat out any predictions in the 2008 midterm elections due to his involvement in Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign).He worked for Secretary Clinton… Full Story »

  5. Obama says Iraq war is ending, his promise is kept - Story Analysis by BuzzBox

    www.buzzbox.com via @LeftyHillary  &bull Aug 28, 2010

    Reuters: Top News - VINEYARD HAVEN, Massachusetts (Reuters) - President Barack Obama said on Saturday Iraq could "chart its own course" and told Americans the drawdown of U.S. troops helped fulfill a promise he made during the 2008 presidential campaign.… Full Story »

  6. Tips for dreamers at the Lincoln Memorial rallies

    Washington Post-PostPartisan &bull Aug 28, 2010

    With a few additions and subtractions of a small sort, this Glenn Beck rally on the Mall vs. Al Sharpton rally on the Mall vs. Memory of Dr. King rally on the Mall episode essentially has the same plot as… Full Story »

  7. And This is the Post on Love

    Feministe &bull Aug 27, 2010

    During the 2008 Democratic National Convention Joe Biden's son told the story of the death of his mother and the way his family rebuilt itself after tragedy. Halfway through his speech he uttered a line that still plays in my… Full Story »

  8. Latino Crusader leaves long legacy

    Examiner Politics Channel Articles &bull Aug 26, 2010

    The 1960's and 70's saw the awakening of Latinos in America, with numerous leaders taking charge of leading numerous causes. Perhaps the most prominent leader to emerge was Cesar Chavez, whose fight for farm worker rights played out in an international stage, and now read about in American history books. However, not all leaders became the face of this movement, and instead worked in the background, laying out a path for the success of Latinos into the future. Mario Guerra Obledo was such a leader. Born in 1932 to parents who migrated to… Full Story »

  9. Dem convention update due today

    Charlotte Observer Politics &bull Aug 26, 2010

    A group of uptown business leaders is scheduled to get an update this afternoon on efforts to bring the 2012 Democratic National Convention to Charlotte. Charlotte Center City Partners will hold a board meeting this afternoon at the Mint Museum… Full Story »

  10. Obama plans Iraq speech after vacation: Official - Story Analysis by BuzzBox

    www.buzzbox.com via @MarkTabloid  &bull Aug 23, 2010

    World News: World News - Edgartown: President Barack Obama plans a major speech on Iraq after his return to Washington as the last US combat troops prepare to leave Iraq. That's according to a senior administration official who spoke on… Full Story »


  11. Armey to GOP leaders: Get courageous or get packing - Story Analysis by BuzzBox

    www.buzzbox.com via @ArthurPolitics  &bull Aug 22, 2010

    Frum Forum - In the Washington Post, Scott Wilson reports on the Republican Party's attempts to question whether Obama deserves a vacation: ~ VINEYARD HAVEN, MASS. - ...MoreFor the second straight year, the first family has landed on this island of quaint seaside towns, second homes and working farms for a late-summer getaway. With unemployment claims climbing again, the GOP was hoping its criticism… Full Story »


  12. Democrat Obama paddles after Chairman Mao, many others with his latest swimming photo

    LA Times - Top of the Ticket &bull Aug 17, 2010

    President Obama went swimming in waters that could have been from the Gulf of Mexico last weekend. Also some might remember how the newly-sworn-in Obama sought to exclude his daughters from the media spotlight, at least when he didn't want them in the media spotlight as political props. Every summer the… Full Story »


  13. City failing on DNC platform issue: treatment of gays, lesbians

    Charlotte Observer - Opinion &bull Aug 15, 2010

    I've been watching with interest the push for Charlotte to land the honor of hosting the Democratic National Convention in 2012 while reviewing the DNC platform and where Charlotte stands in relation to other candidate cities. When it comes to attractions, infrastructure and narrative, Charlotte… Full Story »


  14. Despite Costs, 'Clean Coal' Remains Obama Priority

    NY Times-Opinion &bull Aug 13, 2010

    American Coalition for Clean Coal ElectricityA coalition of industries that sell or depend on coal handed out promotional fans at the Democratic National Convention in 2008 and attended the Republican gathering as well. The group's blog said this was Cynthia Harris of Huntsville, Ala. Updated… Full Story »

  15. DNC Chairman Howard Dean visits Denver in Celebration of the 2008 Democratic National Convention - April 12 , 2007

    Wire Image Politics &bull Aug 11, 2010

    WireImage.com photos of DNC Chairman Howard Dean visits Denver in Celebration of the 2008 Democratic National Convention - April 12 , 2007 Denver, 04/13/2007 Full Story »

  16. Former Ways and Means Chairman Rostenkowski dies

    The Hill - House of Representatives &bull Aug 11, 2010

    Former Rep. Dan Rostenkowski (D-Ill.), whose legacy as a powerful House chairman was sullied after an ethics scandal that landed him in prison, died Wednesday.Rostenkowski was 82 and, according to The Chicago Tribune, had been battling cancer. Literally born into Chicago politics - he was the son of a city alderman and state representative, and the grandson of a delegate to the 1912… Full Story »

  17. Tom McGuire: Will Teabaggers be offended by the minaret in the 2012 RNC logo?

    Huffington Post &bull Aug 10, 2010

    At DemConWatch we cover both the 2012 Democratic National Convention and the 2012 Republican National Convention. Yesterday we did a story about the unveiling of... Full Story »


  18. Gingrich Admits To Cheating On Wife While Touting Family Values During Clinton Impeachment

    Crooks and Liars &bull Aug 8, 2010

    That settles it: Newt's made up his mind to run for president, or he wouldn't be spreading this little story of his soul's redemption around the national media, would he? Setting the stage for his entry into the presidential race, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, R-Ga., gave a radio interview to be… Full Story »


  19. Vice President Joe Biden sends Hall of Famer Floyd Little congratulatory message

    makeearnonline.info via @newstrendr  &bull Aug 8, 2010

    CANTON, Ohio - Former Denver Broncos RB Floyd Little might not have been the many high-profile part of of this year's seven-man Hall-of-Fame class, though he got the many high-profile shout-out during Saturday night's enshrinement ceremony. In further to being… Full Story »

  20. CHICO BRISBANE: Is Sarah Palin Honestly Endorsing Candidates or Just Picking Ponies?

    www.chicobrisbane.com via @Carydc  &bull Aug 8, 2010

    Beginning with Doug Hoffman, Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin jumped into the political endorsement arena as a way of keeping her own notoriety worthy of endorsing political candidates. Yes, I know! It makes as much sense as powdered water, but I digress. The issue with Sarah Palin's endorsement so far, is that she hasn't been playing the game long enough to understand the nuances of party politics and the negative consequences that may result from her endorsements. Particularly in consideration of some high-ranking Republican feathers… Full Story »

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