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Making History

29 August, 2008 (06:33) | Vote2008 | By: Amy Pearl

Sen. Barack Obama August 28, 2008

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Surprise!

27 August, 2008 (23:41) | Vote2008 | By: Amy Pearl

Senator Joe Biden August 27, 2008

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The Takeaway: Blogging The Speeches The Takeaway is live-blogging the major speeches from Radio Row, inside the Pepsi Center.
Speeches: […]

Were You In The Campaign Just For Me?

27 August, 2008 (00:19) | Vote2008 | By: Amy Pearl

Senator Hillary Clinton August 26, 2008

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The Takeaway: Watching HRC with the PUMAs Room full of cheering, jeering Hillary-supporters watching Fox News and whooping whenever […]

Meet Michelle Obama

25 August, 2008 (23:43) | Vote2008 | By: Amy Pearl

Listen to the Speeches Michelle Obama gave a solid speech on Monday night. Her tribute to Barack Obama followed a moving appearance by Sen. Ted Kennedy. You can hear both those speeches plus many more.
Brian Lehrer Show: Mo in CO Humorist and blogger Mo Rocca talks about his experiences at the Democratic National Convention–and shares […]

Democratic National Convention 2008 Speeches

25 August, 2008 (21:55) | Conventions | By: Amy Pearl

THURSDAY AUGUST 28
Sen. Barack Obama August 28, 2008

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Vice President Al Gore August 28, 2008

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Hillary Clinton and Charlie Rangel at the NY Dem Breakfast

25 August, 2008 (11:16) | Conventions | By: Amy Pearl

Hillary Clinton and Charlie Rangel at the NY Dem Breakfast

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Hillary Clinton gets a standing ovation and then begins her speech, thanking the Governor and saying “We’re gathered here for one purpose: to get ready to elect Barack Obama.”

New York to Biden: Thumbs Up!

24 August, 2008 (23:16) | Vote2008 | By: Amy Pearl

WNYC Newsroom: Biden Gets Thumbs-Up from Much of NY Delegation As Democratic delegates converge on Denver for the party’s convention this week, members of New York’s delegation are talking about the selection of Delaware Senator Joe Biden to be Barack Obama’s running mate.
The Brian Lehrer Show: From Countdown to Touchdown The Brian Lehrer Show touched […]

When the Phone Rings at 3AM… It’s Obama Announcing His VP

23 August, 2008 (06:18) | Vote2008 | By: Amy Pearl

AP: Obama taps Biden to be running mate Barack Obama named Sen. Joe Biden of Delaware as his vice presidential running mate early Saturday, balancing his ticket with a seasoned congressional veteran well-versed in foreign policy and defense issues.
WNYC: Senator Joe Biden on Life and Politics
Joe Biden spoke with Leonard Lopate recently about his book […]

Obama’s Illinois Past On View at the DNC

22 August, 2008 (11:10) | Vote2008 | By: Amy Pearl

The Takeaway: Obama’s Record Next week’s Democratic convention gives Barack Obama a big platform to tell his story. It’s in Colorado, but Obama is bringing a piece of Illinois with him, using his record as a state senator there to paint a picture of what kind of president he would be.
NPR: 5 Things Delegates Should […]

Veep Buzz

20 August, 2008 (16:12) | Vote2008 | By: Amy Pearl

WNYC Political Director Andrea Bernstein discusses the buzz surrounding Obama’s VP choice and if Hillary Clinton is still a realistic choice.
The Brian Lehrer Show: Veep Buzz
The Takeaway Road Trip Team left the Whole Foods parking lot in Carmel, an Indianapolis suburb so new they have statues of people on the street while they’re waiting for […]