ROCK THE VOTE
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It's a bit contradictory within the "Rock the Vote" campaign when rock musicians involved with the cause aren't best buddies with any particular Presidential candidate. That's because there's been a divide there for decades, though less for liberal candidates...
By Greg Brian (Gregoriancant) | Published 8/26/2008
Rock the Vote, an MTV inspired campaign to get young people to go to the polls, is alleged to be non partisan. However that particular virtue is observed by Rock the Vote more in the breach than in the observance.
By Mark Whittington | Published 12/22/2009
Microsoft today launched their Rock the Vote program for Xbox 360 gamers on Xbox Live.
By Otter | Published 8/25/2008
Make history on your college campus or in your town by hosting a Rock the Vote concert.
By Hard Worker | Published 3/14/2008
If the U.S. population of Xbox live were a state, it would be the 7th largest in the country, giving it seven electoral votes.
By The Minus Factor | Published 10/14/2008
"Smackdown Your Vote!" and "Rock the Vote" have teamed up to make sure that young people across the country are becoming active in the political process.
By Gary "The G-Man" Toms | Published 8/27/2008
How do you get young people's attention on a political issue? Use sexually suggestive advertising.
By Roy A. Barnes | Published 12/22/2009
Never before have we seen a music concert tour that relates to awareness of America's faltering economy. With "Rock the Economy", we could see big-name artists while the audience lines up at the financial assistance vendors nearby...
By Greg Brian (Gregoriancant) | Published 12/5/2008
Do you follow or watch MTV's Rock the Cradle? I'm sure you have picked your winner, and so have I. Read to see who I think are going to be some of the best competitors for this season's show, and why this is basically a "rocked out" American Idol type of show.
By W. Allen Morris | Published 4/24/2008
Sons and daughters of famous musicians will compete on the new Rock the Cradle MTV series. These young men and women are accomplished musicians in their own right. Watch and vote.
By Pam Gaulin | Published 4/2/2008
You don't have to wait until your candidate takes office to reap the benefits of voting
By Steve Graham | Published 9/25/2008
Voting is not a sacrament. And as it stands today, when we only given a choice between two Establishment approved candidates, voting is a joke.
By David Heleniak | Published 10/25/2008
In the 2004 presidential election, it seemed as though youth voters were targeted from every direction; the only pointer missing was that of the two presidential candidates themselves.
By Emily Britton | Published 12/20/2005
After MTV struck gold with refined talent in "America's Best Dance Crew," many had high hopes for "Rock the Cradle." However, viewers might be apprehensive to tune in for a second showing after questionable performances lacking next generation talent in the debut.
By The Static Frost | Published 4/9/2008
Young Hip Hoppers are ready for the vote or are they not? Only one way to find out is that I hit the streets and Industry of New York
By soulpitchdiva | Published 9/24/2008
An online organic T-shirt company is stirring things up with their new '08 election T-shirt. The "Don't Vote!" tee is getting some riled up.
By Megan Doum | Published 10/16/2008
This article covers the basics of who can vote, how to register and the people and places your vote affects.
By R. O'Quinn | Published 5/20/2007
eSwarm.com, a new website based on the web phenomenon of "swarming," groups people together to harness the power of volume buying to save money.
By Kari Livingston | Published 8/27/2007
The differences between John Kerry and George Bush in the 2004 presidential election were so small that the only truly progressive, antiwar candidate was the Green Party's Ralph Nader.
By Lonnie Lopez | Published 5/26/2006
At no other time in the 200-year history of the United States has there been a greater opportunity for people to be involved in the evolution of democracy.
By LeBeau | Published 10/6/2006
what i believe is the most important thing that happened in the 70's
By Katie OMalley | Published 9/23/2008
This is an editorial piece expressing dissatisfaction with the political system and the candidates.
By Hagus | Published 10/13/2008
With only a month left, I feel the need to give one reason for each day as to why I believe you should vote for Barack Obama & Joe Biden and against John McCain & Sarah Palin.
By E. Michael Scott | Published 10/5/2008
This article is a commentary on the tenuous, yet often unbreakable bond between fans and celebrities.
By MICHELE E. GWYNN | Published 7/8/2009
Obama vs. McCain. Who will you vote for on November 4, 2008? Oh, you haven't gotten yourself registered to vote you say? Well, let's get you registered! It only takes a few minutes to do.
By SJ Murphy | Published 10/28/2008
America's youth for the most part feels disenfranchised and apathetic towards public policy. One vote, most feel, can not change lives. This article outlines the issues facing young adults and the importance of their voice.
By Lori Kremen | Published 12/16/2007
As long as the freedom of speech has existed in America, musicians have chosen to express their political views in this way. In times when the great United States of America was at war, a plethora of songs popped up for or against the cause.
By maemejo | Published 3/16/2007
On college campuses, college students have risen to the challenge and have tried to soak up as much information about the presidential election as possible.
By Hard Worker | Published 3/25/2008
John Edwards is engaged in a barnstorming tour to get his message out to the American people. Edwards has been facing a virtual blackout from the mass media as it focuses on the two front-runners, Hillary Clinton & Barack Obama.
By JON C. HOPWOOD | Published 1/23/2008
A personal review of the latest series of the hit show that has many people talking in the UK. A word of warning, cover your ears if listening to the clips.
By John Smither | Published 11/1/2009
After watching Lady Gaga turn the musical world on its ear in the past year, it would be hard to believe she could actually lose the American Music Awards (AMAs) Breakthrough Artist award, but these things happen. Ask Susan Boyle and Adam Lambert.
By Saul Relative | Published 11/22/2009
A liberal editorial on why the healthcare (coverage) reform bill, one of Barack Obama's chief initiatives, must and will move forward.
By Stanley W. Shura | Published 1/23/2010
Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee makes light of potential assassination of Barack Obama during a speech at the N.R.A. Convention
By JON C. HOPWOOD | Published 5/18/2008
Today's youth are forgiving even of Chris Brown's no-show at the Grammy Awards. Is his no-show a systemic reflection of stars (recording artists) and our time?
By Della Spearman | Published 2/10/2009
There are many politicians running for Georgia's various offices. But none of them make for viable and trustworthy candidates. What is one to do?
By Ayanna G. | Published 11/9/2006
Mitt Romney speaks with Enthusiastic Supporters days before the Florida Presidential Primary.
By Ranger | Published 1/24/2008
Which artists will rock out in the 2008 holiday season, and which will tarnish music history with sentimental or silly swill? Read on for reviews of the newest rock & roll Christmas and Hanukkah releases.
By Jolie O'Dell | Published 12/18/2008
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