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Tuesday was the primary vote in North Carolina. It usually doesn't matter what we vote in terms of presidential elections. For once, though, it did. People came out, it was reported, in hoards to vote.

My personal experience as a voter in the Indiana Primary Election for Obama and Clinton highlighted the problems with required photo identification.

My account of the voting process in Greensboro, North Carolina. I can only assume more people showed up later...

My reaction to voting in the North Carolina primary for the first time.

First-hand account of early voting in the Indiana Primary in Lafayette, IN.

The plan for the rising gas prices for each of the three presidential candidates, respectively, is outlined here as well as the personal reflection of the effect these plans will have on a college student in North Carolina

A quick perusal of today's media outlets will make your head spin: Barack Obama's got problems. Either he threw the Reverend Wright under the bus, or he's not doing enough to distance himself.

In desperate effort to overcome a huge gap in statewide polls Bill, Hillary and Chelsea Clinton cover North Carolina, promoting Hillary for President.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center hosted a National Health Care debate between Democratic and Republican Congressional members.

Barack Obama is the only true change candidate in this race.

Illinois Senator Barack Obama Rejected Hillary Clinton's Proposal for an un-moderated debate on the grounds that there have been enough debates

I considered running for President as a write-in candidate. But my family was opposed to the idea, so I am not running. But were I to run, this is how I would fix America. McCain, Obama and Clinton are lucky I am not running. They'd be in for it, eh?!

With much fanfare, the government is releasing checks from the stimulus package next week, and the big question is what impact will be felt in the flagging economy.

During his trip to Greenville, North Carolina, I had the opportunity to speak one-on-one with Senator Barack Obama.

The day started with my girlfriend Kelly being told at the voting precinct she couldn't wear her "Obama" button. She was wearing her "Got Obama" t-shirt as well, and told them plainly she would not be removing that.

When I got up early today to vote in Pennsylvania, I smiled to myself about that old joking reference to corruption in politics: "Vote early, and vote often," the saying went.

In what can only be described alternately as lunacy or absurdity, the Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, the Police Chief, and the Los Angeles City Council are virtually unanimous in their opposition to changing one letter in Special Order 40.

Indiana's vote lies ahead. Twenty-five per cent of Indiana voters are in the Chicago media mart.

Pressure now turns on Obama.

Abortion is a topic that can cause quite a stir in political circles, but some states have already adopted legislation to accommodate their views on this sensitive subject. Oklahoma is one of them.

It is now Indiana's turn to be the 6th or 7th state to "end" the Democratic race.

Clearly Hillary Clinton did what she had to do to survive and fight on.

When I stood eye-to-eye with Barack Obama, he shook my hand and I said, "Mr. President." I figured, why wait? He better get used to it now.

It seems that last week's Democratic debate at the Constitution Center in Pennsylvania has spurred a new discussion about the United States economy.

Hillary Clinton made four campaign stops Sunday, two days before the Pennsylvania primary on April 22.

The stereotypical family of four (where the parents happen to have beliefs to the left of Dennis Kucinich --- minus the crazy ones) gets involved in helping Obama take Pennsylvania.

Context and reporting from Obama's "Whistle-Stop" visit to Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, as seen through the eyes of a three year old girl and her father.

Colorado's version of the 50-state national event for Barack Obama's Presidential candidacy was extremely low key, but made some good impressions anyway.

This is my first-person experience at the National Obama Rally that took place in Denver, Colorado.

As a student at East Carolina University, I had the opportunity to see the current presidential candidate Barack Obama right here in my backyard.

Villanova students were given the opportunity to ask McCain their questions. However, their questions were more amusing than intellectual.

At 5 p.m. Monday, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa delivered his annual State of the City Address. The news was not good and for a man who has ambitions for higher office and is rubbing elbows with Hillary Clinton.

Using deceptive language to trick voters into banning affirmative action, the state-by-state Civil Rights Initiative campaign increases discrimination, instead of eliminating it. Voters in Colorado, Missouri, Nebraska, Arizona, and Oklahoma are on the 2008 agenda.

On Sunday, April 13, 2008, Messiah College hosted the Compassion Forum, a discussion focused on faith and moral issues. Democratic Presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama discussed personal views on issues ranging from abortion to climate control.

On April 13, I attended the Compassion Forum at Messiah College, complete with run-ins with big name media, the Secret Service, and, of course, the presidential candidates.

I wanted to share with you the last couple of days I had in Washington D.C. with Vets for Freedom, which included rallies with John McCain and a one-on-one meeting with President Bush.

The regular Beverly City Council's Tuesday night meeting took place as planned on April 8. However, the Council agenda had been radically changed since the School Committee meeting of just one week ago.

In Mississippi, the biggest political issue has to do with homosexuality. It comes up while at line in the grocery store or when I'm sitting at my desk at work. I hear about it on the television, and I receive mail about it in ads promoting different candidates.

Scott Cochrane, owner of several local bars on or near the University of Illinois campus in Champaign-Urbana, has been given a long leash in regards to underage drinking.

Barack Obama has a plethora of choices for vice president should he lock up the 2008 Democratic Presidential nomination.

Walter Moore, gadfly and persistent thorn in the sides of the L.A. City Council, is thinking of taking on former MEChA member and current Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa in 2009 and making a run for office.

When considering each candidate's strengths, weaknesses and how he or she could help Obama in November against John McCain, there are five top candidates that clearly stand out and at which Mr. Obama might want to take a closer look.

With Barack Obama's tour in Pennsylvania, I decided to hop a plane and make it there to follow around his bus and work my article that way. The trip was long but very interesting. So here I give you Barack Obama's bus tour of Pennsylvania.

I remember clearly when Martin Luther King was assassinated. It took time to realize the full impact of Robert Kennedy's visit to Indianapolis and his pivotal speech after King's death.

Dr. King's memory is not just for people of color. Here are the memories of a young, white elementary student at Cumberland Elementary in Lansing, Michigan. It was a tragic time for America.

Anymore, it feels like hardliners have taken over both major parties in America. Why should moderates support either of them?

Have you seen any pigs flying lately? If so, it's probably because presidential candidates are actually visiting Indiana.

A capacity crowd of Greensboro citizens welcomed and enjoyed an enthusiastic by former President Clinton.

On Thursday, the team held its first meeting dedicated to helping promote Barack Obama's candidacy in the Clarksville/Fort Campbell area.

Living in a small town, you don't usually get to meet many historical figures. We've had people "pause" at the airstrip here, make a five-minute speech, and jump back on their planes to go somewhere much more important than our little town.

A new Gallup poll indicates 28% of Hillary Clinton's supporters would be "Democratic deserters" who'd vote for McCain if Obama gets the nomination. Here's an explanation from one of them.

Senator Hillary Clinton's possible win of the Democratic nomination is turning me Republican all over.

Nearly 10 percent of Ohioans are on food stamps. How that will play a role this November?

You are now 18 years old and have become eligible to vote in the upcoming election. The question now is whom do you vote for.

The two leading candidates in the presidential elections aren't worth 10 minutes of my time. So there's not much point voting, is there?

The Green Party always stood for unwavering ideals, and even though it had to sell out here and there to participate in politics as we know it, the exploitation of protestors has not been a charge anyone could have leveled against it.

I participated in a once in a lifetime experience by seeing Hillary Clinton up close.

Here is an argument for why the Democratic nominees should forgo the cheese steak photo op for a day at Reading Terminal Market on their visit to Philadelphia.

Barack Obama made a speech Tuesday in Philadelphia, where the founders made the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, and sought to assuage concerns about his relationship with a fiery, hate mongering pastor, Jeremiah Wright.

The sun did not rise on South Mississippi this morning as the polls opened. The rain, expected in much of the state, came down pretty heavy. There was no sun shining.

Do you think Clinton and Obama should join forces and run together for a spot in the White House? Before you decide, consider first who'd make the best Vice President.

On Friday, March 7, 2008, I witnessed political history by watching Hillary Clinton stump for caucus votes at Laramie County Community College, in Cheyenne, Wyoming!

Chelsea Clinton's campaign for Hillary in Vermont was a less-than-stellar move on the Clinton's part.

With Rush Limbaugh orchestrating a conservative cross-over vote, how will Hillary Rodham Clinton fare in this latest midwest primary? A review of exit poll data is contained in this report. Final results at the end.

I've lived through many presidential primaries in my life time, but this one was by far the most exciting and hyped up primary of my life

Town Meeting Day on March 4th in this state of just over half a million will be an interesting turnout.

Barack Obama held a rally in San Marcos, home of Texas State University, last week, and reached out to young voters.

This video presents the beginning of the Barack It Out! Guest speakers were: Jim Hightower, Senator Kirk Watson and Congressman Lloyd Doggett . The Grassroots Campaign is alive with positive energy in Austin, Texas. BARACK IT OUT! Sunday, March 2nd Jovita's - 1619 S 1st Street Austin, TX 78704 3:00 pm BLOCK WALK Help GOTV (Get Out The Vote) - go block-walking for Obama. It's easy, it's important, it's fun! Yes we can! ¡Si se puede! For more information, visit www.myspace.com/BarackitOut or send e-mail to barackitout@gmail.com

If Mr. Obama doesn't think experience matters in this Presidential race then he's entitled to that opinion but I think he could have found a much better way to express that than simply saying he's being attacked and Clinton is using fear tactics.

With the Ohio primaries right around the corner, the Democratic presidential candidates are throwing everything possible at voters.

Despite the weather conditions, hundreds of students from lining up outside the Fitfth Third Arena at the University of Cincinnati (UC), as early as 9 AM to hear democratic presidential campaign candidate Barack Obama's speech.

The morning was very cold, with a rain and snow mixture falling down. Many people would be stalled with fear over just a little snow. Try telling that to the "Straight Talk Express."

The media is buzzing today with gossip touting Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as the frontrunner to be John McCain's vice presidential running mate on the Republican ticket come November.

The Democratic political rally in Austin, Texas, was an interesting rally, to say the least. There were even Republicans spouting their beliefs and yelling at Democratic passersby.

The next president has a lot of work to do. Hillary Clinton knows how to make change. She believes in the rule of law, democracy and freedom. Take away tax subsidies for oil and fund green collar jobs. Invest in universal health care, education and our children.

Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton's early voting rally in Fort Worth, Texas, was cut short by the death of a Dallas motorcycle cop who died in an accident in front of her motorcade.

John McCain has won over the state of Wisconsin, and I have experienced what he has to say, and I agree with all of those people.

The North Shore of Oahu was in full force tonight, representing the Democratic Party with the largest turnout the community has ever seen. Doors opened at the Haleiwa Elementary School, precinct 46, at 6 p.m. Hawaii time.

A first time voter's experience at the North Shore voting location.

Despite records amounts of snow fall throughout Wisconsin, candidates drew record audiences to hear their message. I attended events held by both the Obama and Clinton campaigns and briefly outline the experience.

Although I have not yet attended a Barrack Obama rally for president in person, I look forward to the opportunity soon.

By leaving the race, Mitt Romney all but handed the Republican nomination to John McCain.

This is my crazy tale of what I went through to make sure to get my vote in for President for the Maryland Primary Elections on February 12.

Maryland's 2008 Presidential Primary Election day has arrived and the polls have closed. The attendance appeared to be low at my local polling places for several reasons.

Ice storms impede voting and delay poll closings in Maryland. Reporting of primary results will be delayed.

On February 12, I attended the Republican presidential primary as well as other rallies and events in the Washington D.C. area.

Watching McCain for the second time in a day, I learned so much about him, his goals, and even about the people who follow him and support him. Read about my experience at the Richmond campaign rally.

I am not a Republican. I never have been, and I most likely never will be one; however, I like John McCain.

My mother, Joyce Halford, was a rarity at one Maine Democratic Presidential Caucus on Sunday, February 10th. She is a registered Republican.

February 9 was my first chance ever to have the privilege of participating in a presidential caucus. The weeks leading up to the event passed in a frenzy.

Today started out like any winter day in the heart of Maine; cold, gray, and uneventful. However, the emotional atmosphere soon became anything but, as both Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama showed up to rally patriotic spirits.

A look at what factors created Obama's win in Louisiana's Democratic Primary

Louisiana is not a state highly engrossed in the nation of the United States, therefore one's vote is cast with minimal fanfare.

This is the account of my experience attending Hillary Clinton's rally at the University of Maine, which was open to the public and took place in the rec center.

First-person account of attending the Barack Obama rally at the Key Arena in Seattle

My experience at the Barack Obama rally at the Key Arena in Seattle

AC Producer Chadd De Las Casas relates on following the Democratic Primary as Bill Clinton spoke at the Lake Charles Civic Center.

Texas congressman and Presidential candidate Ron Paul visited Liberty University Friday morning, speaking at the universities weekly convocation, the congressman received a surprising warm welcome

Readers of New York's Daily News slam Iowans after Iowa Senator Charles Grassley disses Rudy Giuliani; then Curtis Sliwa piles on.

Though Democrats abroad have had convention delegates since the 1970s, 2008 is the first year that anyone anywhere in the world with Internet access could vote in the Democratic Global Primary.

Like most Angelenos, it does not take me long to get caught up in the buzz from the talk radio airwaves and also online blogosphere.

Minneapolis caucuses were overflowing on Super Tuesday as voters lined up to decide who will become the next democratic nominee for president.

Barak Obama has won his home state of Illinois on Super Tuesday. I attended a college rally in support of the presidential campaigning.

The result of the Super Tuesday seemed clear for the Republicans but not the Democrats as record number of turnouts queued up in polling stations around the state.

The day of the Kansas Democratic Caucus started with snow and ice for much of the state. Judging from the weather, the turn out did not look promising.

Conversation with typical voters at South Moline Township in Rock Island County, Illinois, about Super Tuesday voting

What could be more exciting than taking part in the first Democratic Global Primary - voting in Central London?