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Ad Wars: Down To The Wire In Pennsylvania
2008-04-17 16:36:00 Check out our video library at Political Realm TV.Hillary Clinton The Clinton campaign has produced its second Indiana ad, "Closed." The ad focuses on creating jobs in Indiana and across the country.The pro-Clinton American Leadership Project, which had previously run ads in Ohio and Texas, is airing a new ad in Pennsylvania. "Every" compares the health care plans of Clinton and Obama and suggests that Obama's plan leaves millions without coverage. Barack Obama Obama pushes back against a Clinton attack in his latest ad, "Dime." The ad accuses Hillary Clinton of using the "same old politics" and of running "misleading, negative ads." Clinton ran an ad noting Obama had received contributions from oil company employees (true) after Obama had run an ad suggesting he didn't take money from oil companies or their lobbyists (also true).The SEIU, which has endorsed Obama, is airing a new ad in Pennsylvania, "Change." The ad features voters at the gas pump noting that Obama doesn't take... More About: Congress , President , Wars
Quotable
2008-04-16 17:43:00 "It makes me bitter."--Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid , making light of "bitter-gate," when asked how he feels about the contentious primary between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama . More About: President , Quotes
Ad Wars: Clinton Hits Obama On Energy
2008-04-16 16:24:00 Check out our video library at Political Realm TV.Hillary Clinton Just a day after attacking Obama's "bitter" remarks in a Pennsylvania ad, the Clinton campaign is on the offensive again, this time attacking Obama on energy. "Pocket" echoes a radio ad that has been running in the state for a while. The ad challenges an earlier Obama ad in which he claimed not to take money from the oil companies. The ad points out that while he doesn't accept money from the oil companies, that would be against the law, he has accepted thousands from oil employees (something Clinton has done as well). It also attacks Obama for voting in favor of the Bush Administration's energy bill.John McCainFriends of the Earth Action, an environmental group, is running a new ad, "Trillions More," which attacks John McCain. The ad accuses McCain of sending pork barrel money to corporate polluters. Barack Obama The Obama campaign has produced a new web ad, "Guide," which looks at the influence of lobbyists in... More About: Congress , President , Wars
This Week In Fake News...
2008-04-16 16:09:00 Around The Web Consumers Boycott Chinese Goods, Discover There Is Nothing Else To BuySuspicious Package Industry Falls On Hard TimesEnormous Trucks, White People Rallied Airlines Now Taking Passengers To Destinations By Shuttle Bus More About: News , Fake , Week
Ad Wars: Obama Pushes Back
2008-04-15 23:34:00 Check out our video library at Political Realm TV.Barack Obama After Clinton released an ad yesterday attacking Obama's comments at a California fundraiser, the Obama campaign moved quickly to respond today. "Represent" features footage of a crowd jeering Clinton as she attacked Obama yesterday in Pennsylvania, while going on to call the attacks the "same old Washington politics." It's an effective response to an overblown controversy. More About: President , Hillary Clinton , Wars
The Links: Bitter-gate Rolls On
2008-04-15 22:02:00 Served fresh (almost) daily.The Clinton camp calls PA must win for Obama.USA Today profiles Cindy McCain.Charlie Cook says bitter-gate won't save Clinton.Obama picks up the support of a Minnesota super.President Bush releases his tax returns.Clinton is frustrated with the Democratic Party.McCain announces his economic plan.Obama fights back against elitism charges.Pope Benedict XVI arrives in the US.CQ Politics looks at the PA delegate breakdown.McCain appeals to gay Republicans through Schwarzenegger.Clinton calls for 100,000 new police officers.Dick Cheney renews the Wright controversy.McCain has a cooking problem.Fire destroyed a Clinton office in Indiana.Pennsylvania Polling Average: Clinton +6.1The Steelers' owner backs Obama.'Prom Night' wins the weekend box office.Trevor Immelman wins the Masters.The New York Yankees try to avoid a curse.This day in history: Jackie Robinson became the first black player in Major League Baseball in 1947. More About: Gate , Barack Obama , Hillary Clinton
Quotable: Lost In All This...
2008-04-15 20:17:00 "That boy's finger does not need to be on the button."--Kentucky Republican Geoff Davis, referring to Barack Obama 's readiness to be commander-in-chief at a Republican fundraiser on Saturday. More About: Lost , President , Quotes
The Bitter Aftertaste
2008-04-15 20:01:00 The hypersensitivity of this campaign season is getting old. Virtually every week a candidate or campaign staffer says something that is marginally "offensive" to someone. One side feigns outrage, while the other delivers the requisite apologies. These kind of "controversies" are a ridiculous waste of time--this "bitter" situation being the latest example.Some people are bitter, not just in small towns, but all across the country--people who have lost their jobs, their homes. People who watch their bosses get million dollar pensions or see corporate bail-outs as they struggle to maintain the status quo for their families are probably bitter. Recent polls show an overwhelming majority of Americans think the country is heading on the wrong track. While the comments were perhaps somewhat insensitive to the particulars of the situation, they are not wholly out of touch with reality. We've seen a parade of citizens over the past few days proclaiming they are not bitter, but the truth ... More About: Commentary , President , Barack Obama , Hillary Clinton , Bitter
Ad Wars: Bitter Impact
2008-04-15 17:54:00 Check out our video library at Political Realm TV.Hillary Clinton The Clinton campaign has released three new ads in the upcoming primary states. "Jewel" will air in North Carolina and features a supporter talking about Clinton as a fighter."Tammie" will also air in North Carolina and is a continuation of Clinton's "NC Ask Me" ads. Clinton addresses a question from a North Carolina voters about rising gas prices.Finally, the Clinton campaign is airing a new ad in Pennsylvania that attacks comments from Barack Obama . The ad features Pennsylvania voters suggesting the comments were insulting and out of touch, while noting that Hillary Clinton understands Pennsylvania. John McCainMcCain has released his second general election ad of the cycle, "Ignite." The ad touts McCain's initiatives on health care, the economy, education, and energy. The ad, like most of McCain's policy outlines thus far, is pretty thin on specifics. Progressive Media USA, a left leaning group, has released a ... More About: Congress , President , Wars
Cartoon Monday
2008-04-14 14:10:00 Borrowed from here, here, and here. More About: Bush , Cartoon , Iraq , President , Cartoons
Picture This: Clinton's Shot
2008-04-13 22:09:00 Hillary Clinton took down this shot of Crown Royal--she apparently chased it with some Old Style beer (bleh)--at Bronko's Restaurant in Indiana last night. More About: President , Hillary Clinton , Picture , Shot , Picture This
Ad Wars: "Two Bad For New Mexico"
2008-04-13 17:00:00 Check out our video library at Political Realm TV.Gubernatorial Watch: IndianaDemocrat Jim Schellinger has released another new ad, "Respect." The ad is essentially an introductory spot in which Schellinger and his wife talk about their values. Schellinger faces Jill Long Thompson in the primary on May 6. Gubernatorial Watch: North CarolinaLt. Governor Bev Perdue is airing two new ads in the state. In "A Positive Campaign," Perdue pledges to focus on the issues rather than negative attacks. Perdue and fellow Democrat Richard Moore are locked in a close primary with just a few weeks to go. "Lifetime" focuses on Perdue's record of accomplishment on education, health care, and taxes. Senate Watch: KentuckyDemocrat Bruce Lunsford launched his second ad, "Real World," this week. In the ad, Lunsford tells of growing up on his family's farm, serving in the military, and building his own business. Lunsford's chief primary opponent, Greg Fischer, also launched his first ad this week. ... More About: Congress , Mexico , Nancy Pelosi , New Mexico , Hillary Clinton
Senate Watch: News & Notes
2008-04-13 00:42:00 Let's take a look at the latest news from Senate races around the country. Click here for our latest Senate rankings--look for a fresh set of rankings next week. AlabamaThe latest polling continues to show Republican Senator Jeff Session (pictured) with a commanding lead in his bid for a third term. Sessions leads state Senator Vivian Figures 57%-36%. Three-fourths of the electorate hold a favorable view of the incumbent, while only 39% view Figures favorably. Figures, who isn't well known outside of her own district, doesn't appear to pose a serious threat to Sessions.AlaskaNew numbers out of Alaska confirm that Republican Senator Ted Stevens, in office since 1970, is facing the toughest challenge of his political career. Elected by landslide margins in every election since he assumed office, Stevens (pictured) holds a narrow 46%-45% lead over Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich. In trouble largely because of a federal corruption investigation, Stevens earns support from just 71% ... More About: News , Congress , Watch , Jim Gilmore , Tom Allen
The Links: 'Idol' Bumping
2008-04-10 19:02:00 Served fresh (almost) daily.Clinton picks up superdelegates in CA, OH, and PA.Obama gets a Utah super.Democrats are prepping a $40 million anti-McCain media push.Mitt Romney is subbing for Paul Harvey. Clinton's former campaign manager is pushing a joint ticket.McCain, Clinton, and Obama were bumped from American Idol.The Washington Post profiles Chelsea Clinton.McCain says he'd skip the opening ceremony.Colin Powell has kind words for Obama, but no endorsement.Peter Beinart hopes Obama can manage the White House as he's managed his campaign.Petraeus says he will never seek political office.A's win in the 9th again. (Woo hoo!)The Office returns tonight. (Double woo hoo!)The Masters tees off.This day in history: The Beatles split was announced in 1970. More About: President , Barack Obama , Hillary Clinton , Links
Ad Wars: Down The Ballot
2008-04-10 06:24:00 Check out our video library at Political Realm TV.Barack Obama Obama released another new ad in Pennsylvania today, "Billy," that again attacks politics as usual. The ad tells the story of Louisiana Republican Billy Tauzin, who went to work in the pharmaceutical industry after working on the Medicare Prescription Drug Bill just two months earlier.Gubernatorial Watch: DelawareWith Governor Ruth Ann Minner term limited, two major Democrats, Lt. Governor John Carney and Treasurer Jack Markell, are vying to succeed her. Markell has begun airing his first ad, "Tubby Raymond." The ad features the former University of Delaware football coach talking about Markell's character and leadership.Gubernatorial Watch: IndianaDemocrat Jill Long Thompson, in a close primary with Jim Schellinger, has released her second ad of the cycle. "Leader" appeals to middle class voters, focusing on job creation and taxes.Gubernatorial Watch: North CarolinaRichard Moore, who has narrowed the gap in the Democr... More About: Congress , President , Wars , Elizabeth Dole
Buy Or Sell: Condoleezza Rice As Veep
2008-04-09 19:18:00 The ArgumentSecretary of State Condoleezza Rice will be John McCain's running mate on the Republican ticket in November. Though the subject of mild speculation for weeks, the story's intensity was ramped up this weekend when former Bush Administration official Dan Senor stoked the flames on ABC's This Week saying, "Condi Rice has been actively, actually in recent weeks, campaigning for this."Buy: An Intriguing PickRice is certainly an intriguing pick. She has a strong group of support, including conservative activist Grover Norquist, inside the Beltway--the same people who floated the idea that she would run for president a year ago--who will continue to push her to McCain's camp. With the Democrats poised to nominate a historic candidate in either Hillary Clinton or Barack Obama, Rice would provide Republicans with something of a counterbalance in that regard. Some Republicans, no doubt, would hope Rice could help them cut into two key Democratic voting groups--women and bl... More About: Sell
This Week In Fake News...
2008-04-09 16:10:00 Around The WebBush Makes Surprise Visit To The Real WorldCheney Re-Grows Limb In Front Of Shocked AdvisersIraq War Memorial Planners Forced To Revise Length AgainClinton: Memphis More Qualified To Be National Champion More About: News , Fake , Week
Ad Wars: Keystone State Frenzy
2008-04-08 18:22:00 Check out our video library at Political Realm TV.Hillary Clinton The Pennsylvania primary is just two weeks away and the Clinton campaign began airing three new ads in the state today (along with two previously aired spots). The first ad, "Get It Done," features Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter talking about why he supports Clinton. Clinton is hoping Nutter's pull with black voters in and around the city will trim Obama's margin there."Spectacular" features Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell, another prominent Clinton supporter. Rendell calls Clinton a "fighter" who can revitalize the economy."Scranton" is a biographical spot that tells of Clinton's childhood in Scranton, Pennsylvania.Barack Obama The Obama campaign also released new ads in Pennsylvania today. "Maya" features Obama's wife, sister, and grandmother, talking about his vision for the country."One Voice" targets young, disaffected, and independent voters, calling on them to help Obama change the country. More About: President , Wars , State
The Links: Rock Chalk Jayhawk
2008-04-08 17:31:00 Your quick hits for Tuesday:General Petraeus wants to suspend troop withdrawal in Iraq .Former Fed chair Alan Greenspan is backing McCain.Clinton picked up an Arkansas super, but loses one in DC.Iowa Senator Tom Harkin hints that he'll support Obama.Obama gets support from one MT super and almost another.Politico highlights the 50 greatest political moments.Clinton calls on Bush to boycott the opening ceremony.The Kansas Jayhawks won the NCAA championship in OT.'21' wins the weekend box again.Charlton Heston died Saturday night.This day in history: Hank Aaron's 715th home run broke Babe Ruth's record in 1974. More About: President , Barack Obama , Hillary Clinton
Ad Wars: Clinton Takes To The Air In Indiana
2008-04-08 04:58:00 Check out our video library at Political Realm TV.Hillary ClintonThe Clinton campaign has released its first ad in Indiana , "Steel." The ad features Clinton support and Indiana Senator Evan Bayh. Bayh, also the state's former governor and a top veep prospect, talks about Clinton's record on the economy and suggests she has the experience to be commander-in-chief.The Clinton campaign has also released another new ad in North Carolina that calls for voters to submit questions on the Clinton website. Clinton aired a similar ad last week in the state.John McCainMcCain's campaign has released yet another web video in concert with McCain's biography tour. "Tolerance" calls for a respectful political discourse.Republican PartyThe RNC has produced this new web video attacking comments from Democrats Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama about withdrawing troops from Iraq . The video comes before General David Petraeus testifies before Congress about the progress in Iraq this week.The Natio... More About: President
Cartoon Monday
2008-04-07 15:11:00 Borrowed from here, here, and here. More About: Bush , Cartoon , Iraq , Iran , President
The Links: Final Four
2008-04-05 19:54:00 On our plate this weekend:The Clintons released their tax returns. They've earned $109 million (!) since leaving the White House.Jimmy Carter all but endorses Obama.John Edwards won't accept a veep spot in '08.Republicans look at primary calendar changes for 2012.Obama gets a Montana super.An anti-Mitt Romney for veep push begins.McCain wins the crucial support of Hills star Heidi Montag.Obama kisses up to Al Gore , Clinton kisses up to John Edwards.McCain takes Secret Service protection.The Final Four begins tonight.This day in history: George Washington cast the first presidential veto in 1792. More About: President , Barack Obama , Hillary Clinton
Ad Wars: It's 3 AM Again
2008-04-04 06:29:00 Check out our video library at Political Realm TV.Hillary Clinton The Clinton team released yet another 3 AM ad this week, this time taking aim at Republican John McCain . "Ringing" suggests McCain isn't prepared to handle the economic crisis facing the next president. Considering the 3 AM thing has become so cliche, the ad isn't particularly compelling or effective. Clinton also released her first ad in North Carolina today, "NC Ask Me." She begins the ad by telling viewers, "If you're looking for a typical commercial, switch the channel." Clinton goes on to ask voters to share their concerns with her, inviting them to visit her website. Mike GravelIf you've been wondering what Mike Gravel has been up to lately (and who hasn't?!), here it is. Gravel, now a candidate for the Libertarian presidential nomination, appears in this... interesting take on Helter Skelter. Wow. Just watch:John McCainThe McCain team responded quickly to the Clinton ad, releasing "Ready." His ad using li... More About: President , Barack Obama , Wars
Picture This: Late Night Politics
2008-04-04 06:17:00 Hillary Clinton appeared on NBC's Tonight Show with Jay Leno tonight.John McCain appeared on CBS's Late Show with David Letterman Tuesday night. More About: Politics , President , Hillary Clinton , Picture
Quotable
2008-04-04 06:15:00 "I was worried I wasn't going to make it. I was pinned down by sniper fire at the Burbank airport."--Hillary Clinton , on the Tonight Show Thursday evening. More About: President , Quotes
The Links: Seating Florida
2008-04-02 21:25:00 Served fresh (almost) daily.TIME is reporting Obama raised more than $30 million last month. Clinton will reportedly be close to $20 million.Howard Dean promises to seat the FL delegation.Mark Halperin qualifies a Clinton win in PA.The Clinton camp is pushing the Wright story with supers.Bill Richardson hits back at Clinton adviser James Carville.Dem registration is booming before the NC primary.WY Governor Dave Freudenthal has endorsed Obama.9/11 commission chair Lee Hamilton is backing Obama.Obama gained another MS delegate after a closer count.James Dobson says McCain is fracturing the Republican Party.Pennsylvania Polling Average: Clinton +9.9Irish PM Bertie Ahern is resigning.Zimbabwe dictator Robert Mugabe may be on the way out too.Penn students planned an Obama hoax yesterday.This day in history: Pope John Paul II died in 2005. More About: President , Barack Obama , Hillary Clinton , Links
This Week In Fake News...
2008-04-02 16:11:00 Around The Web9/11 Conspiracies Offend Al QaedaMcCain Confuses Shia With Chia Pets'April Fools' Exclaims Man After Everything He Said YesterdayBush Throws Out First Pitch; Hundreds Dead, Thousands HomelessShould We Protect Endangered Species Even If They're Gross? More About: News , Fake , Week
Gubernatorial Watch: News & Notes
2008-04-02 06:33:00 Let's take a look at the latest news from gubernatorial races around the country. Click here for our latest gubernatorial rankings.DelawareRepublican chances of taking Delaware's open gubernatorial seat continue to fade as another hopeful passed on the race this week. State Representative Donna Stone declined a bid, citing the difficulty in facing one of two well funded and well known Democrats. Though term limited Democratic Governor Ruth Ann Minner (pictured) earned just 51% of the vote in 2004, Republicans have failed to field a top tier candidate. Retired judge Bill Lee, who garnered 45% of the vote against Minner in 2004, passed on a rematch. Businessman Alan Levin, who spent months testing the water, announced in January that he would not run and longtime House Speaker Terry Spence also confirmed he would not seek the office. Republican leaders aren't excited about either of the two men currently in the race--Dave Graham and Mike Protack, both of whom ran in the primary... More About: News , Watch , John Sununu , Notes , Matt Blunt
Buy Or Sell: Obama's Coattails
More articles from this author:2008-04-01 19:37:00 [Editor's note: Buy or Sell is a new feature that examines the conventional wisdom emerging from the headlines of the day.]The ArgumentDown ballot Republicans would prefer Barack Obama over Hillary Clinton at the top of the Democratic ballot in November. National Republican Campaign Committee head Tom Cole said in this weekend's New York Times Magazine:I happen to think Hillary Clinton is a stronger candidate in the end. You couldn't raise money against Obama right away like you could with Clinton, that's true, and so maybe by the time you were able to raise money it wouldn't matter. But he's ideologically well to the left of Hillary Clinton, for all his rhetorical gifts, and I also think he's got a national-security deficit. I think she's a plausible commander in chief, and I don't think he is.Buy: The Most Liberal Member of the SenateThe case Republicans are going to lay out against Obama seems clear. They are going to label him as a liberal, push him on national securi... 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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