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Obama Announces National Security Team
President-elect Barack Obama announces his national security team, including naming Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton as secretary of state.
(December 1, 2008)
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Hillary Clinton's Big Promotion
Sen. Hillary Clinton is expected to be announced by President-elect Obama as his Secretary of State, but does the appointment give reason for concern? Thalia Assuras reports.
(December 1, 2008)
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Obama: 'Coming Together to Overcome Adversity'
In a Thanksgiving address, President-elect Barack Obama recognizes the importance of family, gives thanks to our troops and talks about the strength needed to get through economic hardship.
(November 27, 2008)
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Obama Names Volcker to Head New Economics Advisers
President-elect Barack Obama chose former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker Wednesday to head a new White House panel to help create jobs and bring stability to the ailing financial system.
(November 26, 2008)
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Man on the Street: Is Barack Obama Black?
The Washington Post's Hamil Harris asks local activists and historians the question, "Is Barack Obama Black?"
(November 26, 2008)
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Presidential Pie
With Barack Obama coming to the White House, Slate V and The Root visit a famous soul food spot in Washington that serves the incoming President's favorite pie.
(November 26, 2008)
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Obama Pledges To Cut Wasteful Spending
President-elect Barack Obama pledged Tuesday to eliminate unnecessary government spending and programs. He vowed to get rid of programs that have outlived their usefulness, or that exist solely because of the power of politicians.
(November 25, 2008)
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Obama: A Man With A Plan
During the second of three expected news conferences, President-elect Barack Obama reassured the nation that he is ready to take over on Jan. 20th. Dean Reynolds reports.
(November 25, 2008)
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President-elect Barack Obama is said to have asked Defense Secretary Robert Gates to remain in office for the beginning of Obama's presidential term.
(November 25, 2008)
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Video: Obama on '60 Minutes': Security, Economy Are Priorities
In his first television interview since his historic election, President-elect Barack Obama said he has spent the days since the election doing 'whatever it takes' to stabilize the economy.
(November 17, 2008)
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Raw Video: Obama Meets With McCain
Once campaign rivals, President-elect Barack Obama and Sen. John McCain sat down in Chicago Monday to discuss how they can collaborate on issues facing the country.
(November 17, 2008)
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Video: Notes to Obama
Right after the election, hundreds of messages began to be written on makeshift walls near the Lincoln Memorial wishing President-elect Barack Obama good luck.
(November 7, 2008)
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Raw Video: Obama Votes in Chicago
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama casts his ballot Tuesday morning in Chicago. He was accompanied by his wife and daughters.
(November 4, 2008)
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Raw Video: Obama Makes Calls to Voters
Barack Obama traveled to Indianapolis for a final campaign stop Tuesday, helping about two dozen members of United Auto Workers Local 550 in Indianapolis work the phones at their union hall.
(November 4, 2008)
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Obama Reacts To Death Threat
KDKA's Jon Delano spoke exclusively with Barack Obama about the foiled plot to assassinate the candidate by a group of skinheads in Tenn.
(October 28, 2008)
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Hometowns of Skinheads 'shocked' at Plot
Federal authorities say two white supremacists allegedly plotted to go on a national killing spree, shooting and decapitating black people and ultimately targeting Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama.
(October 28, 2008)
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Fenty Preps Obama Supporters For Virginia Canvassing
Mayor Adrian M. Fenty addresses a crowd of Obama supporters before they go into Virginia to canvass and make phone calls in a critical battleground state.
(October 27, 2008)
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Etan Thomas Rallies Obama Supporters
Washington Wizards center Etan Thomas joins Obama supporters at a rally Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Democratic National Committee Headquarters in downtown Washington.
(October 27, 2008)
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Fears, Concerns about Obama in Wisconsin
Some Wisconsin voters fear a possible Obama presidency. Others are concerned people won't vote for him because of his race.
(October 24, 2008)
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Broder Talks to N.H. Voters
The Washington Post's David Broder speaks with New Hampshire voters about the presidential campaign and reflects on 40 years of conversations with voters nationwide.
(October 24, 2008)
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Obama Rallies for Patriotism in Leesburg, Va.
Barack Obama spoke to the "real Virginians" about what it means to be a patriot for the country at a rally in Leesburg, Va. on Wednesday, Oct. 22.
(October 23, 2008)
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Obama Goes on Offensive on Taxes
During a stop in Indianapolis, Barack Obama rebutted criticism from John McCain that his tax plan would redistribute wealth. Obama is leaving the campaign trail for the rest of the week to be with his ailing grandmother in Hawaii.
(October 23, 2008)
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Strong Showing for Early Voting in D.C.
The offices of the D.C. Board of Elections have been packed with voters casting absentee ballots for the Nov. 4th elections. Among those voting Tuesday were Joanne Simpson, 85 and her 96-year-old husband Robert Simpson.
(October 22, 2008)
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Obama Brushes Aside GOP Biden Criticism
Barack Obama was asked about a comment by his own running mate, Sen. Joseph Biden, that he would face a 'generated crisis' within six months of becoming president because adversaries across the world would want to test his mettle.
(October 22, 2008)
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McCain Slams Obama's Economic Policy
John McCain and Sarah Palin have been jabbing back at Barack Obama on several themes today, including economic policy.
(October 22, 2008)
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Elaine Will Vote for Obama
Elaine Boule, a former Hillary Clinton supporter and manager of Red Arrow Diner in Manchester, N.H. says she will vote for Barack Obama.
(October 21, 2008)
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Biden Defends Obama Tax Cut Plan in Washington
Democratic vice presidential candidate Joe Biden said Sunday that a Barack Obama administration would help the middle class by cutting its taxes, answering Republican claims that Obama's plan represented redistribution of wealth.
(October 20, 2008)
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Colin Powell Endorses Barack Obama
Former Secretary of State Colin Powell endorsed Democrat Barack Obama for president Sunday, describing the Illinois senator as a "transformational figure."
(October 20, 2008)
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Palin Warns New Mexico Voters About Taxes
GOP Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin told voters in Roswell, NM that Sen. John McCain would cut business taxes, double child tax deductions for families and cut capital gains taxes.
(October 20, 2008)
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Obama "Honored To Have Support" of Powell
Speaking in Fayetteville, North Carolina Sunday, Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama said he was honored to hear the news that former Secretary of State Colin Powell was endorsing him for president.
(October 20, 2008)
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Washington Sketch: Buzzword Bingo
The Washington Post's Dana Milbank and washingtonpost.com's Akira Hakuta sketch the final presidential debate of 2008.
(October 16, 2008)
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Final Presidential Debate: Key Points Analysis
Washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza on the most important moments from Wednesday's presidential debate between John McCain and Barack Obama.
(October 16, 2008)
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Obama Meets 'Joe the Plumber' in Ohio
Who is 'Joe the Plumber'? He is Joe Wurzelbacher, an Ohio man looking to buy a plumbing business who came to symbolize the notion of 'spreading the wealth' in Wednesday night's third and final presidential debate.
(October 16, 2008)
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Watch the Full Debate
Candidates Barack Obama (D-Ill.) and John McCain (R-Ariz.) participated in the final presidential debate before the election on Wednesday, October 15th at Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY.
(October 16, 2008)
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Debate: Difference in Candidates Tax Plans
During their third debate, both Senators John McCain and Barack Obama admitted big differences in their tax plans for the economy.
(October 16, 2008)
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Debate: Candidates Spar Over Campaign Jabs
During their final debate, Barack Obama and John McCain traded barbs about questionable elements within each other's campaigns, including Obama's relationship with Bill Ayers.
(October 16, 2008)
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"Joe the Plumber" reacts
"Only On the Web:" The candidates said his name more than a half a dozen times during the debate and Katie Couric got a chance to speak with Joe Wurzelbacher, A.K.A. "Joe the Plumber". Video by CBS News.
(October 15, 2008)
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Obama: People Want Solutions, Not Attacks
Sen. Barack Obama says his Republican rival, John McCain, doesn't understand that Americans want to hear about solutions to their economic problems, not political attacks.
(October 15, 2008)
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Bill Clinton Holds First Rallies for Obama
Former President Bill Clinton hosts "Change We Need" rallies Wednesday in Orlando and Fort Pierce to support Sen. Barack Obama's presidential campaign. It's the first time Clinton has campaigned for Obama.
(October 1, 2008)
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Obama Urges Senators to Back Bailout Bill
Democrat Barack Obama returned to Capitol Hill, calling on Congress to pass a $700 billion rescue bill for the financial sector. Obama, who started the day in Wisconsin, broke off the campaign trail to return to Washington and vote on the bill.
(October 1, 2008)
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Obama: It's Time for Action on Bailout Bill
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama said Wednesday that it's time for Congress to act on a financial rescue bill for Wall Street.
(October 1, 2008)
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Obama Calls on Americans to Support Rescue Plan
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama is calling for Americans to get behind attempts to salvage a $700 billion rescue plan for the financial sector.
(September 30, 2008)
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Obama: Market Ran Free, Ran Wild
Barack Obama on the financial crisis facing America.
(September 29, 2008)
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McCain, Obama Debate 1 (Watch Full Video)
Presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain participated in the first of three debates on Friday, September 26th at the University of Mississippi.
(September 26, 2008)
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Obama on Bailout Meetings, Debate
Barack Obama made a statement Thursday evening after meetings with the president, secretary of state, and other members of congress about the prposed economic bailout.
(September 25, 2008)
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Obama on Bailout Meetings, Debate
Barack Obama made a statement Thursday evening after meetings with the president, secretary of state, and other members of congress about the prposed economic bailout.
(September 25, 2008)
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Bush Meets McCain, Obama at White House
President Bush says his hope is that negotiators can reach an agreement 'very shortly' on a financial bailout. He commented Thursday as he joined forces on a rescue plan with Democrat Barack Obama and Republican John McCain.
(September 25, 2008)
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Obama Rejects McCain Call for Debate Delay
Barack Obama says that amid financial crisis, it's more important than ever to have debate. This comes as Republican John McCain said he was suspending his campaign and would return to Washington to focus on the financial crisis.
(September 24, 2008)
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The (Post) Racial Election
Purple States talks with African American voters about racial equality in the Obama era.
(September 24, 2008)
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Obama: Americans Need Assurances About Bailout
Barack Obama said Americans need assurances about the future of the economy if they are expected to help fund the $700 billion bailout of the nation's financial markets.
(September 23, 2008)
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Candidate Obama, Part 1
In separate interviews, the two parties' presidential nominees are questioned on the big issues, including the U.S. economy, the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, energy policy and health care. Steve Kroft interviews Sen. Barack Obama
(September 23, 2008)
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Candidate Obama, Part 2
The presidential candidates talk about the defining experiences of their lives. Steve Kroft interviews Sen. Barack Obama.
(September 23, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Review: Fix Presidential Picks
The Fix presents its latest take on the state of the presidential race.
(September 22, 2008)
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Obama: 'This Is a Time for Resolve, Leadership'
Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama says he has a plan to calm America's financial meltdown and help struggling families avoid mortgage foreclosure.
(September 18, 2008)
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The Political Take
Newsweek editor Jon Meacham and washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza discuss the political topics of the week.
(September 17, 2008)
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Obama Spanish Ad: 'Dos Caras'
This Spanish-language TV ad by the Obama campaign will air in Colorado, Nevada and New Mexico. It is in response to recent Spanish-language McCain campaign ads.
(September 17, 2008)
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Vets for Freedom Ad
This television commercial produced and paid for by the independent political group Vets for Freedom compares statements on the Iraq "troop surge" made by Gen. David Petraeus and Sen. Barack Obama.
(September 16, 2008)
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Obama, McCain On Wall Street
Despite Wall Street's woes, John McCain repeated his belief that the "fundamentals" of the economy are strong. Barack Obama described McCain as "out of touch." Dean Reynolds reports.
(September 16, 2008)
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Obama Calls Attack Ads Untrue
Presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama are calling out for change while accusing each other of running unsavory campaigns. Tara Mergener reports.
(September 15, 2008)
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Obama: Lipstick Controversy a 'phony Outrage'
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama on Wednesday accused Republican John McCain's campaign of using 'lies and phony outrage' in claiming he used a sexist comment against vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin.
(September 10, 2008)
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Raw Video: Obama's Lipstick Comment
Sen. Barack Obama, the Democratic presidential nominee, brought up lipstick on Tuesday in comparing the policies of McCain, his Republican rival for the White House, to those of President Bush.
(September 10, 2008)
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Obama Talking Economics in Michigan
Barack Obama made his third trip to Michigan in nine days. Obama is focusing on the economy, a worry for residents in Michigan, which has the nation's highest unemployment rate.
(September 8, 2008)
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McCain Grabs Obama's 'Change'
As John McCain and conservative running mate Sarah Palin campaign across the nation, Barack Obama has mocked the GOP contender's new position on reform. Chip Reid reports.
(September 8, 2008)
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Republican Convention Wrap -- Thursday
Howard Kurtz and Chris Cillizza discuss the highlights of Sen. John McCain's acceptance speech to conclude the Republican National Convention thursday night in St. Paul, Minn.
(September 5, 2008)
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Ron Reagan: 'Mom Very Impressed with Obama'
President Reagan's son, Ron, tells Tammy Haddad that his mother, Nancy, is "very impressed by Obama." Although she endorsed McCain, "she looks at Barrack, hears the words, and perceives character."
(September 3, 2008)
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Leonard Downie Jr. On Politics and Conventions
The Washington Post's executive editor recalls coverage of previous presidential campaigns and conventions.
(September 2, 2008)
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Biden Backs Obama on Foreign Affairs
Democratic vice presidential nominee Sen. Joe Biden (Del.) urged democrats to back Obama Wednesday night at the Democratic National Convention, saying "on the most important national security issues of our time...Barack Obama has been proven right."
(August 28, 2008)
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Gore: 'McCain Will Continue Bush Policies'
In a speech on the final evening of the Democratic National Convention Thursday, Al Gore contrasted Obama and McCain's plans for the country.
(August 28, 2008)
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Washington Sketch: Live, From Golden, Colo., It's Al-Jazeera
The Washington Post's Dana Milbank sketches news network Al-Jazeera's visit to Golden, Colorado.
(August 28, 2008)
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Obama's Campaign Manager on National Strategy
David Plouffe, Sen. Obama's campaign manager, speaks to The Washington Post about the imagery of the stage during Obama's speech at Invesco Field in Denver, the magnitude of the election, and not caring about national polls.
(August 28, 2008)
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Obama Makes Surprise Appearance Wednesday Night
Democratic Presidential nominee Barack Obama came on stage Wednesday night after Vice Presidential nominee Joe Biden's speech "for a little something to say."
(August 28, 2008)
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Obama Prepares for Convention Speech
Barack Obama toured Invesco Field late on Wednesday, the site where he will deliver his acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention.
(August 28, 2008)
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Path to the Nomination: Barack Obama
fast-paced review of the Democrat's rise to the top.
(August 28, 2008)
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Convention Wrap: Wednesday
The Washington Post's Dan Balz and washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza discuss the highlights of the third day of the Democratic National Convention.
(August 28, 2008)
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Convention Wrap: Tuesday
The Washington Post's Dan Balz and washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza discuss the highlights of the second day of the Democratic National Convention.
(August 27, 2008)
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Raw Video: First Look Inside Invesco Field
Preparations are underway at Invesco Field, the site of Barack Obama's convention speech. Obama will accept the nomination there Thursday night in front of 75,000 people.
(August 27, 2008)
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Clinton Delivers Strong Endorsement for Obama
Former President Bill Clinton has pledged to cheering Democratic National Convention delegates to strongly support Barack Obama's campaign for the White House saying Obama "has a remarkable ability to inspire people."
(August 27, 2008)
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Local Delegates On Nightlife, Conventions
Three delegates, one from each local region of Maryland, Virginia and Washington D.C. who have been guest blogging from Denver gave us the rundown on how the convention is going so far, the celebrities they've seen, the parties they've attended and what they're looking forward to in the final two days.
(August 27, 2008)
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Political Signs of the Times
Volunteers at the Democratic National Convention describe the somewhat detailed process of handing out the ubiquitous signs.
(August 27, 2008)
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Michelle Obama Speaks Passionately at DNC
Michelle Obama closed the first day of the Democratic National Convention with an impassioned speech about her life, values, and support for her husband.
(August 26, 2008)
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Convention Wrap: Monday
Newsweek's Jon Meacham, The Washington Post's Dan Balz and washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza discuss the highlights of the opening day of the Democratic National Convention.
(August 26, 2008)
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Washington Sketch: Recycling the Way to Party Unity
The Washington Post's Dana Milbank sketches the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Denver, CO.
(August 26, 2008)
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Rep. Chris van Hollen in the Post Media Tent
Rep. Chris van Hollen (D-Md.) talked with Washington Post editors and reporters about what Barack Obama needs to do between now and Election Day to convince skeptical voters. He also explained how Obama can help Democratic congressional candidates win in November.
(August 25, 2008)
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Sen. Kennedy Speaks at DNC
An unexpected appearance, Sen Ted Kennedy (D-Ill.) spoke out forcefully in support of Sen. Barack Obama at the DNC Monday evening.
(August 25, 2008)
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House Speaker Pelosi Pushes for Party Unity
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi acknowledged Monday that Democrats are still reconciling following a bitter primary fight, but said "wallowing" in it would not advance their goal of recapturing the White House.
(August 25, 2008)
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'I'm Hillary Clinton And I Do Not Approve That Message'
Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.) denounces John McCain's latest TV ads and insists the Democratic Party will unify.
(August 25, 2008)
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Convention Coverage Kicks Off
Chris Cillizza of washingtonpost.com hosts a discussion about the selection of Sen. Joe Biden as the vice presidential nominee with Newsweek's Richard Wolffe, Democratic strategist Kiki McLean and The Washington Post's Perry Bacon.
(August 25, 2008)
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Raw Video: Dean Opens Democratic Convention
Party chief Howard Dean gaveled into session the 2008 Democratic Convention that will nominate Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate and Sen. Joe Biden as his running mate.
(August 25, 2008)
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Obama and Biden Rally Together
Barack Obama introduced Sen. Joe Biden (D-Del.) as his choice for vice presidential candidate at a rally Saturday in Springfield, Ill. Obama ands Biden spoke together for the first time as the 2008 Democratic ticket.
(August 23, 2008)
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Maraniss On His Obama Biography
David Maraniss, Washington Post Pulitzer prize winner reporter and bestselling author, on his in-depth look at Democratic Presidential Candidate Senator Barack Obama.
(August 22, 2008)
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Growing Up Bi-Racial
His mother is white and from Kansas. H father is from Africa; and his wife's name is Michelle. Will Jawando, a former staffer to Sen. Barack Obama, says that deciding whether he feels more black or white was a matter decided for him by his appearance and society.
(August 22, 2008)
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Broder Remembers: The 1956 and 1960 Democratic Conventions
Washington Post Political reporter David Broder recounts his first political convention and the convention that nominated John F. Kennedy.
(August 22, 2008)
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Obama Hits McCain on Personal Houses Question
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama campaigned in Chester, Virginia Thursday alongside Virginia Governor Tim Kaine. Obama attacked John McCain over the republicans recent comment on how many houses he owns.
(August 21, 2008)
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Obama Speaks on Economy in Va.
Days before the Democratic National Convention, Barack Obama focuses on the economy during a town hall meeting Wednesday in Martinsville, Va. Obama says the country cannot afford four more years of President Bush's policies.
(August 20, 2008)
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Obama Hits McCain on Iraq War
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama criticized Republican rival John McCain Tuesday at a VFW convention in Orlando for questioning his patriotism and judgment on national security matters, especially on Iraq.
(August 19, 2008)
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McCain, Obama Woo Conservative Christians
Republican John McCain used anecdotes and carefully honed campaign positions, while Democrat Barack Obama responded philosophically to questioning by one of the nation's most influential evangelical pastors.
(August 18, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Preview: Of Politics and John McCain
The Fix looks at the week ahead and the vacation behind.
(August 11, 2008)
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Obama, McCain Denounce Georgia Violence
Presidential rivals John McCain and Barack Obama on Monday called for a multi-pronged diplomatic effort to force Russia to withdraw from Georgia, saying Moscow's relationship with the rest of the world depends on it backing down.
(August 11, 2008)
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Obama Blames Washington for Oil Dependence
Sen. Barack Obama says Washington politicians are to blame for the U.S. dependence on foreign oil. Obama was introduced by Indiana Sen. Evan Bayh, who is rumored to be on Obama's short list for vice president.
(August 6, 2008)
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Obama: U.S. Must Cut Oil Dependence in 10 Years
Barack Obama says that if he is president, he will demand that the U.S. eliminate the need for oil from the Middle East and Venezuela within 10 years.
(August 5, 2008)
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Obama: Tap Oil Reserve to Help Gas Prices
In a reversal, Barack Obama proposed Monday that the government sell 70 million barrels of oil from its strategic petroleum stockpiles.
(August 4, 2008)
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Obama Pledges to Not Raise Middle Class Taxes
Barack Obama is pledging that he won't raise taxes for families making less than $250,000 a year. Obama is campaigning in the battleground state of Missouri.
(July 30, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Preview: Veepstakes Timing
There are only 11 days left before the 2008 Summer Olympics begin in Beijing and, by the time they end 16 days later, we'll be less than 24 hours away from the start of the Democratic National Convention in Denver.
(July 28, 2008)
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Obama Tours Western Wall
Sen. Barack Obama has paid a predawn visit to the holiest place in Judaism. Obama placed a small note inside the ancient Western Wall, then bowed his head in prayer.
(July 23, 2008)
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Obama: Iraq Now Needs a Political Solution
Sen. Barack Obama says there have been security gains in Iraq, but the country needs a political solution. Obama is continuing his overseas trip with stops in Jordan and Israel.
(July 22, 2008)
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Obama Meets With Al-Maliki in Baghdad
Sen. Barack Obama met with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki in Baghdad Monday. Obama said the conversation was 'very constructive.'
(July 21, 2008)
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Obama: Step Up Effort Against Taliban, Al-Qaeda
Sen. Barack Obama said Sunday the United States, NATO and Afghanistan must do more to combat the Taliban and al-Qaeda, and he urged stronger steps to prod Pakistan into eliminating cross-border terrorist training camps.
(July 20, 2008)
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Jib-Jab: 'Time For Some Campaignin''
Jib-Jab's first election satire since 2004 takes aim at McCain, Obama, Bush, Clinton and the landscape of Campaign 2008.
(July 16, 2008)
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Obama Looks to Win the South
If Barack Obama's historic campaign to become the first black president boosts black turnout as drastically as he predicts, he could crack decades of Republican dominance across the South..
(July 16, 2008)
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Magazine's 'Satirical' Obama Cover Stirs Outrage
A satirical New Yorker magazine cover cartoon depicting Barack Obama and his wife as flag-burning, fist-bumping radicals drew outrage from the Democratic presidential candidate's campaign as it appeared on newsstands Monday.
(July 15, 2008)
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Obama on Danger of 'Fighting the Last War'
Democrat Barack Obama warned on Wednesday about the danger of 'fighting the last war' as he pledged to focus on emerging nuclear, biological and cyber threats if elected president.
(July 15, 2008)
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Obama: Time For a 'Responsible Redeployment'
Sen. Barack Obama says he strongly stands by his plan to end the Iraq war. In a speech on Tuesday he said it is time for a "responsible redeployment" of U.S. troops, and focus more on burgeoning situations in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
(July 15, 2008)
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Obama Says Blacks Must Take Responsibility
Sen. Barack Obama says blacks must show greater responsibility for their actions. Speaking at the annual NAACP convention, the man who could become the first black president said blacks must demand more of themselves.
(July 14, 2008)
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Obama Says Blacks Must Take Responsibility
Democrat Barack Obama says blacks must show greater responsibility for their actions. Speaking at the annual NAACP convention, the man who could become the first black president said blacks must demand more of themselves.
(July 14, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Preview: Staying on Message
washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza gives the rundown of what to expect this week and how the candidates need to stay on message while adapting to the news of the day.
(July 14, 2008)
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Obama Responds to Gramm
Sen. Barack Obama blasted remarks made by former Sen. Phil Gramm, Sen. John McCain's top adviser on the economy, that America has become a nation of whiners.
(July 11, 2008)
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Obama: 'America Already Has One Dr. Phil'
Sen. Barack Obama blasted remarks made by former Sen. Phil Gramm, Sen. John McCain's top adviser on the economy, that America has become a nation of whiners.
(July 11, 2008)
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Obama, Clinton Show Unity Again in New York
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama appeared on-stage with former rival Hillary Rodham Clinton again Thursday morning at a fundraiser in New York.
(July 10, 2008)
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FixCam Week in Preview: It's the Economy Stupid
Chris Cillizza gives his week in preview. He discusses how both candidates will focus on the economy after a long holiday weekend.
(July 7, 2008)
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The God Vote, with Jacques Berlinerblau
On Faith blogger Jacques Berlinerblau and Washington Post columnist E.J. Dionne discuss faith and values issues in the 2008 presidential campaign.
(July 1, 2008)
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Would Overhaul Bush Faith-based Program
Democrat Barack Obama is announcing plans to expand President Bush's program steering federal social service dollars to religious groups.
(July 1, 2008)
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Obama Tries to Answer Questions of Patriotism
Barack Obama is on a weeklong patriotism tour, trying to reassure voters about his commitment to the country. Obama says his own patriotism has been questioned for the first time during this campaign.
(June 30, 2008)
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Obama, Clinton Unite in Unity, N.H.
Former rivals Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton appeared together for the first time since the Democratic primary ended. Clinton pledged to throw her full support behind Obama.
(June 27, 2008)
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Obama to Help Clinton With $10 Million of Debt
Barack Obama has asked his money bundlers to help Hillary Clinton pay off at least 10 million dollars of the debt from her failed presidential campaign. The former first lady is said to be 22 million dollars in debt.
(June 26, 2008)
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Woman Wearing Head Scarf Denied Seat at Rally
A young Muslim woman says she and another woman were refused seats directly behind presumptive Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama, and in front of TV cameras, at a Detroit rally because they wear head scarves.
(June 19, 2008)
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Obama Proposes Tax Credit for College Tuition
Barack Obama is proposing an annual tax credit for college students. Obama is asking students to perform 100 hours of public service in return.
(June 17, 2008)
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The God Vote, with Jacques Berlinerblau
On Faith's Co-moderator Sally Quinn talks to our politics and religion blogger about John McCain, Barack Obama and Tim Russert.
(June 17, 2008)
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Al Gore Endorses Obama
Former Vice President Al Gore endorses Barack Obama at a campaign event in Michigan.
(June 16, 2008)
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Obama: Payroll Tax on Incomes Above $250,000
Democrat Barack Obama says he would apply the Social Security payroll tax to all annual incomes above $250,000, which would affect the wealthiest 3 percent of Americans.
(June 13, 2008)
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Obama, McCain Reflect on Tim Russert
Senators Barack Obama and John McCain hailed Tim Russert, the moderator of NBC's 'Meet the Press' who died suddenly Friday while preparing for his weekly broadcast.
(June 13, 2008)
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FixCam: Fight the Smears
Chirs Cillizza talks about the Obama campaign's new website which discusses each rumor circulating about Barack Obama.
(June 12, 2008)
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McCain Steps Up Call for Town Hall Meetings
Sen. John McCain is stepping up his call for Sen. Barack Obama to join him for a series of town hall meetings. The first date proposed by McCain is Thursday, but it's unlikely Obama will attend that event.
(June 11, 2008)
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Obama VP Vetter Resigns Over Loan Criticism
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(June 11, 2008)
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Economy, Now Front and Center in '08 Race
As democrat Barack Obama launches a two week campaign series focusing on the economy, Republican John McCain fired back today, saying Obama is bad for business and will implement large amounts of taxes
(June 10, 2008)
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Obama, McCain Lock Horns Over Economy
With the faltering U.S. economy now the most important issue to voters, Barack Obama began a two-week campaign tour, hoping to highlight the fiscal differences between himself and rival John McCain.
(June 10, 2008)
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Obama-Clinton Ticket Talk
As the Democratic race pushes on, some high-ranking party leaders are calling for an Obama-Clinton ticket. Is it a real possibility? Bob Schieffer and Jeff Greenfield weigh in.
(June 7, 2008)
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Clinton Endorses Obama, Suspends Campaign
Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-N.Y.) thanked her supporters Saturday and formally endorsed Barack Obama for the Democratic nominee for president.
(June 7, 2008)
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Feinstein Gives Details of Obama-Clinton Meeting
Sen. Dianne Feinstein is divulging a few details of the top secret meeting Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton held at her Washington house Thursday night.
(June 6, 2008)
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Obama Campaign Moves to Virginia
As he begins his national campaign, Sen. Barack Obama took his presidential message to Bristol, Virginia on Thursday.
(June 5, 2008)
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Obama Rallies in Virginia
Obama held a rally in Bristow, Va. Thursday-- one of his first since officially becoming the presumptive Democratic nominee. Gov. Tim Kaine (D) and Sen. Jim Webb (D-Va.) also took the stage.
(June 5, 2008)
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Obama Pledges Commitment to Israel's Security
Barack Obama told a pro-Israel group that he will be committed to protecting Israel if elected president. Obama says current U.S. foreign policy has made both Israel and America less secure.
(June 4, 2008)
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McCain Challenges Obama to Town Hall Series
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee John McCain addressed a crowd in Baton Rouge, La. Wednesday, where he challenged democrat Barack Obama to a series of town hall events leading up to this summer's conventions.
(June 4, 2008)
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The God Vote, with Jacques Berlinerblau
On Faith's Co-moderator Sally Quinn talks to our politics and religion blogger about Michael Pfleger's controversial remarks at Obama's church and Obama's subsequent resignation from his church.
(June 3, 2008)
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Obama: 'I Will Be the Democratic Nominee'
Democrat Barack Obama spoke before thousands of supporters in St. Paul, Minnesota Tuesday; as he earned enough delegates to claim his party's nomination. Obama praised his democratic challengers, especially Hillary Rodham Clinton.
(June 3, 2008)
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Pastor Mocks Clinton at Obama's Church
The Rev. Michael Pfleger, a guest pastor at Sen. Barack Obama's Chicago church, mocks rival presidential candidate Sen. Hillary Clinton from the pulpit, saying her attitude is she's white and entitled to the job.
(May 30, 2008)
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Rev. Michael Pfleger on Wright and Racism
The Post's Hamil Harris speaks with Rev. Michael L. Pfleger on April 28, 2008 following a speech by the Rev. Jeremiah Wright at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.
(May 30, 2008)
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Obama Addresses Housing Slump in Nevada
Democrat Barack Obama was in Las Vegas Tuesday where he addressed concerns on the country's housing crisis. In April, Nevada posted the worst foreclosure rate in the United States.
(May 27, 2008)
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Candidates React: Obama Wins Oregon
Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) spoke from Des Moines, Iowa Tuesday night after winning the Oregon primary, citing the progress his campaign had made since the January caucuses.
(May 20, 2008)
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Obama Criticizes McCain, Bush Over Attacks
Barack Obama criticized Republican rival John McCain and President Bush for 'dishonest and divisive' attacks in hinting that the Democratic presidential candidate would appease terrorists.
(May 16, 2008)
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McCain: Obama 'Reckless' to Want Iran Meetings
Sen. John McCain attacks Sen. Barack Obama, calling his desire to have talks with dictators like Iran's leader 'reckless.'
(May 16, 2008)
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Huckabee's NRA Obama Joke
"CBS News RAW": After a loud noise interrupted his remarks, ex-presidential candidate Mike Huckabee makes a joke at the expense of Barack Obama at an NRA Leadership Forum meeting in Louisville, Ky.
(May 16, 2008)
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Bush's Veiled Swipe at Obama
Addressing the Knesset in Jerusalem, President Bush takes a veiled swipe at Sen. Barack Obama and other Democrats, calling suggestions of negotiating with terrorists "appeasement."
(May 15, 2008)
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Edwards Endorses Obama
Democrat John Edwards is endorsing former rival Barack Obama, fresh signs of the party establishment embracing the likely nominee even as Hillary Clinton refuses to give up her long-shot candidacy.
(May 14, 2008)
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Undecided Superdelegate Sets His Price: $20M
An undecided Calif. superdelegate says it'll cost $20 million for him to pick either Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton for president. Steven Ybarra wants that amount to register Mexican-American voters and get them to the polls in November.
(May 9, 2008)
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Obama's IN Campaign Office Recieves Bomb Threats
Authorities evacuated and searched three Barack Obama campaign offices in Indiana on Tuesday after a bomb threat was made while people voted in the state's primary.
(May 7, 2008)
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Voting Under Way in North Carolina Primary
Voters in North Carolina are casting their ballots in that state's primary. Democrat Barack Obama has led in the polls there, but Hillary Clinton has narrowed that lead.
(May 6, 2008)
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Post's Balz Assesses Primary Results
Washington Post political reporter Dan Balz discusses the results and implications of Tuesday's Indiana and North Carolina primary elections going forward.
(May 6, 2008)
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Candidates React: Obama Wins North Carolina
Presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) addresses his supporters from Raleigh, N.C. after a win in the state as Tuesday's primary election results filter in.
(May 6, 2008)
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Post's Downie: Covering the Ind. and N.C. Primaries
Washington Post Executive Editor Len Downie speaks about the top stories coming out of the Indiana and North Carolina Primary races during Tuesday's live video cast of the primary.
(May 6, 2008)
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Obama Addresses Voters on Eve of Indiana Primary
As Indiana residents prepared to head to the polls for Tuesday's primary vote, Barack Obama held a 'Get Out the Vote' rally at the American Legion Mall in downtown Indianapolis. Stevie Wonder, who performed for the crowd, urged voters to support Obama's message.
(May 6, 2008)
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Gas Prices Squeeze Indiana Voters
Indianapolis drivers share their thoughts on the price of gas and what the candidates can (or can not) do to ease the burden.
(May 5, 2008)
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Democrats Stress Unity at Annual Dinner in Indianapolis
Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton addressed Democrats in Indianapolis at the annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner Sunday night. The candidates temporarily scaled back their criticism of each other and focused it instead on President Bush and Republican nominee John McCain, emphasizing the unity of the Democratic party.
(May 4, 2008)
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Obama's Top Ten List
Barack Obama visits The Late Show with David Letterman to tell the ten most surprising facts about himself. Here's a preview of Thursday's show.
(May 2, 2008)
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Milbank on Obama's Wright Reaction
The Post's Dana Milbank talks about Sen. Barack Obama's reaction Tuesday to what Rev. Jeremiah Wright said at the National Press Club on Monday.
(April 29, 2008)
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Washington Sketch: How to Sabotage a Presidential Campaign
This week at the National Press Club, the Rev. Jeremiah Wright held a special seminar on political sabotage.
(April 29, 2008)
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Pastors Come Out To Support Rev. Wright
Pastors speak out in support of the Rev. Jeremiah Wright at the National Press Club on Monday after the Rev. Wright delivered a theoological critique to explain his now infamous messages.
(April 28, 2008)
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Dems Continue Struggle Toward Nomination
By staying in the race Sen. Hillary Clinton argues she's the one who can beat John McCain, casting doubt on Sen. Barack Obama's claim he should be nominated based on his wins.
(April 25, 2008)
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Obama: Behind-The-Scenes
Katie Couric takes a behind-the-scenes look at Barack Obama's frenetic presidential campaign and speaks with the key players in his bid to win the presidency.
(April 25, 2008)
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Obama Speaks After Pa. Primary
Sen. Barack Obama speaks to Pennsylvania after the state's primary Tuesday night.
(April 23, 2008)
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Obama Reaches Out to Female Voters in Indiana
A day after his loss in Pennsylvania, Sen. Barack Obama appealed to female voters in Indiana. A majority of women sided with Sen. Hillary Clinton in Pennsylvania.
(April 23, 2008)
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Obama Undaunted by Loss, Moves on to Ind.
Senator Barack Obama has congratulated Hillary Clinton for her win in Pennsylvania, saying she ran a terrific race. But Obama is already looking ahead and campaigning in Indiana.
(April 23, 2008)
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Post's Downie on the Impact of the Pa. Primary
Washington Post Executive Editor Len Downie speaks about the top stories coming out of the Pennsylvania Primary competitive race with Newsweek's Jon Meacham during Tuesday's live video cast of the primary.
(April 22, 2008)
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Obama Rallies Voters on Eve of Pa. Primary
Sen. Barack Obama crossed Pennsylvania Monday in a final attempt to reach voters before the state's primary election Tuesday.
(April 22, 2008)
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Obama on the Campaign Trail in Pa.
Sen. Barack Obama talks with Pennsylvania voters on Apr. 21. Video by Obama for President Campaign
(April 22, 2008)
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Obama Hopes Loss Will Be Win
Sen. Barack Obama hopes that if he can't win the Pennsylvania primary he can make Sen. Hillary Clinton's win less impressive and still force her out of the race. Dean Reynolds reports.
(April 21, 2008)
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Obama in Final Push for Pennsylvania
Sen. Barack Obama spoke to enthusiastic crowds in Reading and Scranton Sunday ahead of the Pennsylvania primary election Tuesday.
(April 21, 2008)
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Obama Courts Crowds, Criticizes Clinton in Whistle-Stop Tour
Sen. Barack Obama drew enthusiastic crowds Saturday on a train tour from Philadelphia to Harrisburg, Pa.
(April 20, 2008)
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Thousands Rally for Obama in Philadelphia
The Post's Shailagh Murray describes the scene in Philadelphia at a Barack Obama rally Friday night.
(April 19, 2008)
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Obama Leaves the Station for Whistlestop Tour
Sen. Barack Obama sounded the horn and the "On Track for Change" express rolled out of Philadelphia's 30th St. station for a whistlestop tour across southeastern Pennsylvania Saturday.
(April 19, 2008)
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McCain Calls Obama Comments 'Elitist'
Sen. John McCain told The Associated Press' annual meeting Monday that he found Sen. Barack Obama's comments about small town voters to be 'elitist,' and his positions 'fundamentally different from mine.' Video by AP
(April 14, 2008)
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Obama Offers Regret for Comments
Sen. Barack Obama speaking at The Associated Press' annual meeting in Washington, said he regrets that his comments over the weekend about small town voters have become a distraction from more crucial issues in his campaign.
(April 14, 2008)
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Obama Questions Petraeus, Crocker on Iran's Influence in Iraq
Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) asks General David Petraeus and U.S. Ambassador to Iraq Ryan Crocker about Iran's involvement in Iraq and al-Qaeda.
(April 8, 2008)
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Obama Questions Petreaus on Iraq
Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) asks General David Petraeus about Iran's involvement in Iraq, al-Qaeda, and Iraq's government.
(April 8, 2008)
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Obama's 'Rude' Philly Run-In
"CBS News RAW": Campaigning at Philadelphia's Italian Market, Barack Obama has a confrontation with a "rude" and persistent photo-seeker. "You've been wearing me out," Obama tells the man.
(April 2, 2008)
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The Richardson Endorsement
Read the full text of the Richardson and Obama remarks. And here's Dan Balz's take from The Trail.
Offer your thoughts on the comments section below.
(March 21, 2008)
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Obama's 'A More Perfect Union' Speech
Barack Obama spoke Tuesday in Philadelphia about his relationship with Rev. Jeremiah A. Wright, and addressed the nation's racial struggles.
(March 18, 2008)
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Ferraro Defends Her Comments
Geraldine Ferraro says the Obama campaign took her comments on race out of context and is appalled that they were used to attack Sen. Hillary Clinton.
(March 12, 2008)
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Obama Responds to Clinton's VP Offer
Sen. Barack Obama says he's running for president, not vice-president. Obama's assertion during a speech in Columbus, Miss. came after his rival, Sen. Hillary Clinton, suggested the two would make good running mates with her at the top of the ticket. Video by AP
(March 10, 2008)
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Howard Dean On Democratic Candidates
Democratic National Committee Chairman Gov. Howard Dean speaks with Bob Schieffer about the increasingly close race between candidates Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.
(March 10, 2008)
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Obama: We're Still Strong
After Sen. Hillary Clinton's wins in Ohio and Texas, Sen. Barack Obama tells Harry Smith he still has more delegates, has won twice as many states and has a greater share of the popular vote.
(March 5, 2008)
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Obama Confident He Can Gain Superdelegates
Sen. Barack Obama says he's confident he'll maintain his lead over Sen. Hillary Clinton in the popular vote and the number of states won. If that situation holds, Obama believes the superdelegates will give him their support.
(March 5, 2008)
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Obama Talks to Texas
Barack Obama speaks with Mark Austin of KSAT-TV in San Antonio about the final hours of campaigning in the Lone Star State.
(March 4, 2008)
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Candidates React: Obama
Presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama addresses his supporters in San Antonio, Texas after Tuesday's primary results trickle in.
(March 4, 2008)
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Obama Strikes Back in San Antonio
Sen. Barack Obama responds to Sen. Hillary Clinton's latest TV ad that suggests he lacks national security experience.
(March 3, 2008)
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Texans: Obama is A 'Movement'
Voters in North Texas explain why supporting Barack Obama feels like they're joining a movement.
(March 3, 2008)
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Obama Blasts Bush, McCain on Economy
Democratic candidate Barack Obama says the economy is on the brink of a recession. And he blames economic policies pushed by President Bush and Republican presidential contender John McCain.
(February 29, 2008)
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Obama Questioned on Farrakkhan Endorsement
Sen. Barack Obama (Ill.) answered a question on the influence of the endorsement by Nation of Islam head Louis Farrakhan on his support from the Jewish community at the Democratic debate Tuesday night at Cleveland State University in Ohio.
(February 27, 2008)
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Ethel Kennedy Stumps for Obama in Houston
Sen. Barack Obama received support in Houston on Wednesday from Ethel Kennedy, widow of former Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, and their son, Max. They visited volunteers at the Obama Campaign Headquarters in downtown Houston. KPRC's Lisa Baldwin Reports.
(February 27, 2008)
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Obama Defends Jewish Ties
Sen. Barack Obama (Ill.) answered a question on the influence of the endorsement by Nation of Islam head Louis Farrakhan on his support from the Jewish community at the Democratic debate Tuesday night at Cleveland State University in Ohio.
(February 27, 2008)
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Clinton and Obama Final Question
Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama answered a final question at the Democratic debate Tuesday night at Cleveland State University in Ohio.
(February 26, 2008)
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Candidates Field Tough Questions
Sen. Hillary Clinton answered a question about releasing her tax returns and Sen. Barack Obama on an endorsement by Nation of Islam head Louis Farrakhan at the Democratic debate Tuesday night at Cleveland State University in Ohio.
(February 26, 2008)
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Health Care Hits a Boiling Point
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama argued over each other's proposed health care plans at the Democratic debate Tuesday night at Cleveland State University in Ohio.
(February 26, 2008)
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McCain Supporter Rants on "Barack Hussein Obama" at Rally
At a McCain rally in Cincinnati, radio personality Bill Cunningham disparaged Democratic candidate Barack Obama, leading John McCain to disassociate himself from his comments.
(February 26, 2008)
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PostTalk: Edward G. Rendell on Clinton and Obama
Gov. Edward G. Rendell (D-Penn.) says Sen. Hillary Clinton needs victories in Texas and Ohio to sustain her presidential campaign and blames the news media for showering favorable attention on Sen. Barack Obama.
(February 25, 2008)
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PostTalk: Kathleen Sebelius on Obama
The Kansas governor talks to Chris Cillizza of washingtonpost.com about her support of Barack Obama and how Democrats can win in "red states."
(February 25, 2008)
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PostTalk: Mark Sanford on Obama
Gov. Mark Sanford (R-S.C.) says he doesn't think Barack Obama could win South Carolina in the general election and explains his own clashes with South Carolina Republican lawmakers.
(February 25, 2008)
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Candidates Saddle Up For Texas
Sen. Hillary Clinton must win the upcoming primaries in Texas and Ohio to slow down Sen. Barack Obama's momentum. Meanwhile, John McCain takes aim at Obama.
(February 20, 2008)
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Michelle Obama Clarifies `Proud' Remark
The wife of Democratic presidential contender Sen. Barack Obama sought Wednesday to clarify her comment that for the first time she's really proud of her country.
(February 20, 2008)
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The Candidates React: Obama
Presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) addresses his supporters from Houston, Tx. after Tuesday's primary election results filter in.
(February 19, 2008)
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Dems Exchange Harsh Words
In the battle for Wisconsin, Democratic hopefuls Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. Hillary Clinton accuse one another of plagiarism. Jim Axelrod reports.
(February 19, 2008)
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AP First Person: Obama's Big Wins
With eight wins in a row, Sen. Barack Obama has pulled ahead in the delegate race for the Democratic nomination. The AP's Nedra Pickler looks at how Obama took the lead.
(February 15, 2008)
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Obama Offers $210 Billion Economic Plan
Sen. Barack Obama says he would propose a $210 billion economic plan if elected president. Obama is campaigning in Wisconsin, where he hopes to continue his winning streak in the state's Feb. 19th primary. AP
(February 13, 2008)
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Michelle Obama Visits BCC High School
Michelle Obama tells a packed house why she thinks her husband should be the next president.
(February 12, 2008)
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The Candidates React -- Obama
Presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) addresses his supporters from Madison, Wis. after Tuesday's Potomac primary election results filter in.
(February 12, 2008)
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Post's Balz Analyses Potomac Primary Results
Washington Post political reporter Dan Balz discusses the results and implications of Tuesday's Md., Va. and D.C. primary elections going forward.
(February 12, 2008)
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D.C. Mayor Fenty on Obama's Win
Mayor Adrian Fenty (D-D.C.) talks with the Post's Marc Fischer and Newsweek's Michael Isikoff about the District's primary results Tuesday night.
(February 12, 2008)
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Eleanor Holmes Norton on Potomac Vote
Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.) who announced her endorsement of Barack Obama Monday, talks with Newsweek's Michael Isikoff about primary results Tuesday night.
(February 12, 2008)
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Breakfast on Barack
Sen. Barack Obama purchases donuts and hot chocolate for campaign supporters on the morning of the Potomac Primary.
(February 12, 2008)
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The View From the Pulpit
African-American religious leaders in Maryland, D.C. and Virginia share their views on the Democratic candidates and issues ahead of Tuesday's Potomac Primary.
(February 12, 2008)
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Obama: Proud to Be Liberal?
During an interview Monday evening Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) called his rating by National Journal as 'Most Liberal Senator in 2007' part of "old politics."
(February 11, 2008)
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Obama Campaigns at UMD
Sen. Barack Obama speaks to thousands of supporters at the University of Maryland's Comcast Center on Monday.
(February 11, 2008)
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Fenty Campaigns for Obama
D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty hits the streets Monday to encourage residents to vote for Barack Obama in Tuesday's primary election.
(February 11, 2008)
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Donna Edwards at Obama Rally
Maryland 4th Congressional District candidate Donna Edwards (D) speaks about the similar themes of her campaign and the presidential campaign of Barack Obama.
(February 11, 2008)
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Obama Rallies Supporters in Alexandria, Va.
Presidential candidate Barack Obama went to Northern Virginia today to hold a rally at T.C. Williams High School.
(February 10, 2008)
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Bill Clinton Talks About Impact of Obama on Campaign
Former President Bill Clinton talks with the Post's Hamil Harris about the tone of the campaign and the impact of Sen. Obama.
(February 10, 2008)
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'Hopeful' Obama Makes Appeal to Virginia Democrats
Barack Obama states his case for the democratic nomination at the Jefferson Jackson dinner Saturday night in Richmond, Va.
(February 9, 2008)
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Races Not Over Yet
Super Tuesday closed with no definite nominees. Jeff Greenfield and Bob Schieffer tell Katie Couric that McCain is close to getting the GOP nomination, but the Democratic race could drag on some time. Video by CBSNEWS.com
(February 6, 2008)
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The Candidates React-- Obama
Presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) addresses his supporters as results from the Super Tuesday Democratic primary are still being counted.
(February 6, 2008)
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One-On-One With '08 Candidates
Katie Couric speaks candidly with Democratic presidential hopefuls Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, and Republican candidates Mike Huckabee, Mitt Romney, and John McCain.
(February 5, 2008)
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The Latino Vote
To compete with his Democratic rival Sen. Hillary Clinton, the Obama campaign is reaching out to Latino voters ahead of Super Tuesday. But some observers say that the Sen. Obama faces a tough challenge because of Clinton’s strong and long-standing ties with Hispanics.
(February 4, 2008)
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Candidates Make Home Stretch To Super Tuesday
Karen Brown reports on the presidential candidates as they campaign on the last day before the big Super Tuesday showdown.
(February 4, 2008)
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Candidates on Effects of Illegal Immigration
Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama addressed the effects of illegal immigration on other minorities at the Democratic debate Thursday night at the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles.
(January 31, 2008)
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Obama-Clinton or Clinton-Obama Ticket?
Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama showed some love for John Edwards at the Democratic debate Thursday night at the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles.
(January 31, 2008)
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A Democratic Debate of Historic Proportions
After CNN's Wolf Blitzer introduced them as candidates of great historical importance, Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama showed some love for John Edwards at the Democratic debate Thursday night at the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles.
(January 31, 2008)
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Public Pumped by Kennedy Endorsement
Attendees at the Kennedy Endorsement of Barack Obama at American University in Washington, D.C. Monday are inspired by the democratic candidate's momentum.
(January 28, 2008)
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Kennedys Endorse Obama
Sen. Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.), alongside his niece, Caroline Kennedy, and son Rep. Patrick J. Kennedy (D-R.I.), publicly endorsed Barack Obama at an event at American University.
(January 28, 2008)
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Obama Supporters Flock to Event
Washingtonpost.com's Emily Freifeld talked to attendees at the American University appearance of the Kennedys and Barack Obama.
(January 28, 2008)
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Obama Wins S.C.: Now What?
The Post's Shailagh Murray discusses Barak Obama's victory in the South Carolina Democratic primary and what his campaign is expected to do next.
(January 26, 2008)
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Voter Voices: S.C. Primary
Voters in Columbia, S.C. were split Saturday over who will best represent the Democratic party in 2008.
(January 26, 2008)
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Obama Delivers Victory Speech in S.C.
Presidential candidate Sen. Barak Obama addressed supporters in Columbia, S.C. after winning the state's Democratic primary.
(January 26, 2008)
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Obama Reaches Out to Women Voters
One day before South Carolina's Democratic primary, Barack Obama sat down with women in Columbia a for roundtable discussion-- an effort to engage the female vote.
(January 25, 2008)
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Obama Reacts to Stimulus Plan
Barack Obama reacts to the economic stimulus package agreed to by President Bush and lawmakers on Jan. 24. The senator spoke at Battle Creek High School in Beaufort, S.C.
(January 24, 2008)
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Obama Hits Clinton on Iraq
Barack Obama criticizes Hillary Clinton for failing to take responsibility for her vote authorizing the war in Iraq. From the University of South Carolina, Beaufort.
(January 23, 2008)
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Obama Begins Final Push in South Carolina
Barack Obama spoke to an enthusiastic crowd in the small town of Sumter, S.C. Wednesday in an attempt to encourage voters just three days before the state's Democratic primary.
(January 23, 2008)
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Race and Gender in the S.C. Primary
Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton lead the polls heading into South Carolina's Democratic presidential primary this Saturday. We spoke with black and female voters about how race and gender may impact their vote.
(January 23, 2008)
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Obama Gets Support from 'Fire it Up' Lady
Obama held a rally in Greenwood, S.C. where he appeared with Edith Childs, the original "fire it up" lady whose chant he talks about in his stump speech
(January 22, 2008)
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Clinton, Obama Clash at Debate
Democrats Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama engaged in an angry exchange Monday over past statements on Republican ideas and the words of former President Clinton in a presidential debate five days before the pivotal South Carolina primary.
(January 22, 2008)
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Candidates Asked Why King Would Endorse Them
In the South Carolina Democratic debate, each candidate was asked why Martin Luther King Jr. would endorse them if he were alive today.
(January 22, 2008)
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Slugfest at S.C. Dem Debate
Dean Reynolds reports on the tough talk and accusations among Sens. Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, and John Edwards in the Democratic presidential debate. Bob Schieffer says it didn't help anybody.
(January 22, 2008)
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Democrats Debate in Las Vegas
Democratic White House hopeful Hillary Clinton says it's up to the voters to decide if her rivals are as prepared as she is to be president.
(January 16, 2008)
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Primary Question: Worst Advice
Katie Couric asks the leading presidential candidates to share the worst piece of advice they have either given or received
(January 16, 2008)
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Racial Tensions Stir Among Clinton, Obama
Hillary Clinton suggests that Barack Obama's campaign has injected racial tension into the race, saying her comments about Martin Luther King's role in the civil rights movement were distorted. Obama called Clinton's remark ludicrous.
(January 14, 2008)
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Kerry Endorses Obama
Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass., endorsed Sen. Barack Obama's, D-Ill., presidential bid at a rally in Charleston, S.C., saying Obama "should be the next president of the United States." Joel Brown reports.
(January 10, 2008)
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The Candidates React -- Barack Obama
Presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) addresses his supporters after the New Hampshire primary election results filter in.
(January 9, 2008)
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Obama Still Confident
Sen. Barack Obama placed second in New Hampshire and tells Harry Smith he will continue to campaign for change. The Illinois senator also responds to Bill Clinton's criticisms.
(January 9, 2008)
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Obama Still Confident
Sen. Barack Obama placed second in New Hampshire and tells Harry Smith he will continue to campaign for change. The Illinois senator also responds to Bill Clinton's criticisms.
(January 9, 2008)
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Balz and Murray Describe Obama's Last Rally Before Primary
The Washington Post's Dan Balz and Shailagh Murray talk about the scene at the last Barack Obama rally before the New Hampshire primary.
(January 8, 2008)
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Obama's Hope-ful Campaign
Barack Obama delivered a speech in Lebanon, N.H. Monday in which he countered Hillary Clinton's criticism that his message gives voters false hope. The Post's Shailagh Murray reports.
(January 7, 2008)
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Post's Balz and Cillizza on Saturday's Debate
The Washington Post's Dan Balz and washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza talk about the Republican and Democratic debates.
(January 6, 2008)
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Democrats: How to Bring Change
Democratic presidential candidates each explained why they think they are the best agent of change during the democratic debate in New Hampshire Saturday.
(January 6, 2008)
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Clinton Criticizes Obama's Healthcare Record
Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton charged during the Democratic debate in New Hampshire that Sen. Barack Obama has repeatedly changed his stand on health care policy over the past four years. Obama insisted that he has been consistent in his views, and former senator John Edwards dismissed Clinton's criticism as clinging to the status quo.
(January 6, 2008)
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Wooing Independent Voters in New Hampshire
washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza looks at Barack Obama and John McCain's campaign efforts in New Hampshire, where undecided and independent voters are an important factor in Tuesday's primary.
(January 5, 2008)
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The Candidates React - Barack Obama
Barack Obama addresses his supporters after the Iowa caucus results filter in.
(January 4, 2008)
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Post's Dan Balz Talks About Impact of Iowa Caucus Results
The Washington Post's Dan Balz talks about the impact of the Iowa Caucus results.
(January 4, 2008)
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Iowa Makes History
Harry Smith speaks with chief political correspondent Bob Schieffer about the winners and losers of this year's Iowa caucuses and what the results of the heated race means for U.S. politics.
(January 4, 2008)
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Washington Sketch: Barack's Messages of Change
Washington Sketch: Barack's Messages of Change
(January 3, 2008)
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Home Stretch To Iowa
The 2008 presidential candidates are on a campaign frenzy as the race to the Iowa Caucus enters the home stretch with no clear frontrunners in either of the two parties. Drew Levinson reports.
(January 2, 2008)
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Obama Revels In New Iowa Poll
The latest poll released by the Des Moines Register shows Barack Obama ahead of the pack. The powerful paper speaks with an authoritative voice that could lift Obama's campaign. Dean Reynolds reports.
(January 2, 2008)
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Obama's Closing Argument
The Post's Shailagh Murray assesses the closing days of Barack Obama's Iowa campaign, noting that the senator is going 'a little soft, a little hard.'
(January 1, 2008)
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Michelle Obama: 'The Closer'
Although she claims to be a reluctant campaigner, Michelle Obama is being referred to as "The Closer" because of her ability to secure votes for her husband's campaign. Dean Reynolds reports.
(January 1, 2008)
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Hillary Apologizes To Obama
Hillary Clinton apologized to Barack Obama after an aide made reference to past drug-use. The advisor has since resigned. Russ Mitchell reports.
(December 14, 2007)
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Obama Taps Oprah's Campaign Star
Sen. Barack Obama and Oprah Winfrey blitzed through three early primary states over the weekend, drawing huge crowds for Obama's bid for the presidency. They made appearances in Iowa, South Carolina and New Hampshire.
(December 10, 2007)
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Debating Obama's 'Blackness'
He's the product of a racially mixed marriage and self-identifies as African-American, but Sen. Barack Obama's racial identity may be giving pause to some black voters. Why? Dean Reynolds reports.
(November 28, 2007)
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Clinton, Obama Debate Health Care
Democrats Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama confronted eachother on the issue of healthcare at Thursday night's presidential debate in Las Vegas.
(November 16, 2007)
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Obama Ad: 'Chances I Had'
Sen. Barack Obama talks about education in this ad which mentions his childhood: "My parents weren't rich. My father left me when I was very young. The one thing I was able to get was a great education."
(November 16, 2007)
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Obama All Over Iowa
Harry Smith catches up with Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., while on the campaign trail in Iowa, where the presidential hopeful hopes to unseat Hillary Clinton from the top spot.
(October 15, 2007)
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Prince George's County Greets Obama
Democratic Presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) speaks at a campaign rally Oct. 10, 2007, in Prince George's County. Md.
(October 11, 2007)
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A Democratic Steak Fry in Iowa
Iowa's Senator Tom Harkin's annual steak fry in Indianola attracted thousands of potential voters who wanted a first hand look at the Democratic presidential candidates and some good down-home cooking.
(September 17, 2007)
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Obama Questions Political Progress From Troop Surge
Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) said that despite modest gains from the surge, "this continues to be a disastrous foreign policy mistake."
(September 11, 2007)
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Blue Plate Politics: 'Military Moms' And Other Observations
The Post's Anne E. Kornblut and Michael D. Shear speak with Jennifer Donahue of Saint Anselm College about New Hampshire voters, while sipping sodas at the Red Arrow Diner, in Manchester, N.H.
(August 28, 2007)
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Blue Plate Politics: Elaine Boule
We catch up with Elaine Boule, manager of the Red Arrow Diner in Manchester, N.H., who speaks with us about health care and Iraq.
(August 27, 2007)
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Liberals Gather at YearlyKos
The second annual YearlyKos convention drew liberal bloggers and political activists from across the country to downtown Chicago.
(August 6, 2007)
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PostTalk Extra: Campaign 2008 Primary Plays
Washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza sits down with the Post's Dan Balz to consider the effects of the early primaries on frontrunner presidential candidates.
(August 2, 2007)
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PostTalk: James E. Clyburn
Rep. James E. Clyburn (D-S.C.) spoke with washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza and The Post's Dan Balz about the 2008 presidential race, the Congressional debate on Iraq, and Congressional approval.
(July 30, 2007)
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Fenty Endorses Obama
Washington D.C. mayor Adrian M. Fenty endorsed Illinois Sen. Barack Obama (D) for president Tuesday, saying one of his key reasons for doing so is Obama's support for D.C. congressional voting rights.
(July 17, 2007)
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PostTalk: Sen. Richard Durbin on Barack Obama
He is running an "historic" campaign and has "done things that no one's ever expected."
(July 10, 2007)
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Howard University Plays Host
Washington D.C.'s Howard University hosts the first 2008 presidential debate to focus on minority issues.
(June 29, 2007)
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Story Conference
washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza, and The Post's Anne Kornblut and Peter Baker discuss recent newspaper investigations of Mitt Romney, and Barack Obama's new TV ads.
(June 26, 2007)
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PostTalk: Democratic Strategist Bob Shrum
Veteran Democratic consultant Bob Shrum discusses the 2008 Democratic Presidential hopefuls, responds to criticism from John and Elizabeth Edwards, and talks about past campaigns of Al Gore and John Edwards.
(June 18, 2007)
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Obamas Tour Northern N.H.
Barack and Michelle Obama along with their daughters Sasha, 5, and Malia, 8, made campaign stops across northern N.H. over the Memorial Day weekend.
(May 29, 2007)
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Gov. Mark Sanford on '08 Politics
South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford (R) spoke with washingtonpost.com's Chris Cillizza on May 16, 2007 about 2008 GOP campaign politics, and his political future.
(May 17, 2007)
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Fried Fish Feeds Democrats' Hopes
A record crowd, including six presidential candidates eager to charm South Carolina Democrats, turned out Friday night for Rep. Jim Clyburn's (D-S.C.) annual fish fry in Columbia, S.C.
(April 29, 2007)
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Firefighters' Presidential Forum
Eleven presidential hopefuls make their case to the International Association of Firefighters in Washington, D.C.
(March 15, 2007)
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With Gov.'s Early Pledge, Sen. Obama Draws Record Crowd in Richmond
With an early pledge of support from Democratic Gov. Tim Kaine, presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) drew a record crowd to Richmond's annual Jefferson-Jackson Day Dinner on Saturday evening. Sen. Obama spoke to the press and to party VIPs before taking the stage to address 3,500 of Virginia's Democratic party faithful, the largest gathering ever assembled at a sit-down dinner in Richmond's history.
(February 20, 2007)
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What Obama-Kaine Might Look Like
Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine becomes the first governor to endorse Sen. Barack Obama's presidential bid. Channel 08
(February 17, 2007)
