Election 2008

Rick Wood campaign message

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:27:42 -0700

Henderson County School Board Candidate Rick Wood's Campaign Message

Dr. Carl Mumpower Campaign Message

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 08:38:50 -0700

Dr. Carl Mumpower Campaign Message

AP Campaign Minute

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 07:20:19 -0700

Here's the latest from the campaign trail: McCain has hefty amounts of GOP cash; Obama in Hawaii; Who will be Obama's VP?

FAA Acknowledges Obama Plane 'emergency'

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 07:21:02 -0700

Control tower tapes show the pilot of Barack Obama's campaign plane told air traffic controllers he had an emergency when he made an unscheduled landing in St. Louis last month, according to a news report. (Aug. 15)

Edwards' Ally Explains $14K Payment to Mistress

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 07:22:16 -0700

A $14,000 payment to John Edwards' mistress from the candidate's political action committee, after she stopped working for it, was made in exchange for 100 hours of unused videotape she shot producing short Web movies (Aug. 15)

Raw Video: Obama Beachside in Hawaii

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 07:26:01 -0700

Barack Obama continued his Hawaii vacation today, going to Sandy Beach for about 20 minutes of bodysurfing. It has been one of the Illinois senator's favorite pastimes dating back to his school days in the islands. (Aug. 14)

AP Campaign Minute

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 08:53:50 -0700

Here are the top AP campaign stories for August 14th: Clinton's name to be put in nomination at Democratic convention; McCain greets breakfast crowd in Michigan; New Obama TV ad; McCain's daughter writes childrens' book.

Street Team '08: Obama Supporters Last Laugh

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 08:55:09 -0700

Comedian George Lopez swung through Las Vegas to talk to Latinos about the power of their vote. Michael Gonzales of NV was there. Produced by Michael Gonzales of Nevada for MTV's Choose or Lose Street Team '08 at chooseorlose.com. (Aug. 14)

Raw Video: McCain Visits Michigan Diner

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 08:54:47 -0700

John McCain talked with diners at a restaurant as the Republican presidential candidate wrapped up a fundraising trip to Michigan. McCain stopped Thursday morning at Kerby's in Bloomfield Hills. (Aug. 14)

AP Campaign Minute

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 06:02:45 -0700

Here are the top AP campaign stories for August 11th: McCain condemns Russia; Obama campaign encourages sign up for V.P. Alert; McCain appears with another V.P. potential pick; Hillary Clinton gets high-profile convention role.

Raw Video: McCain, Ridge Fuel VP Speculation

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 06:04:03 -0700

Republican presidential candidate John McCain toured the GE Transportation locomotive plant in Erie, Pennsylvania with former Governor Tom Ridge. Ridge is thought to be on a list of possible running mates. (June 11)

Obama, McCain Denounce Georgia Violence

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 06:04:20 -0700

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. (Aug. 11)

Edwards' Ex-Mistress Rules Out Paternity Test

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 06:05:05 -0700

The woman who had an affair with former presidential candidate John Edwards has ruled out a DNA test to establish who's the father of her baby. Edwards has acknowledged having an affair with Rielle Hunter in 2006, but denies being the father.

Peter Knight Thanks Voters

Wed, 07 May 2008 08:51:29 -0700

Knight thanks voters and talks about November general election

Ron Justice Thanks Voters

Wed, 07 May 2008 08:50:49 -0700

Justice thanks voters talks about November general election

Sen. Hillary Clinton campaigns in Hendersonville

Fri, 02 May 2008 17:34:59 -0700

Sen. Hillary Clinton campaigns in Hendersonville with Gov. Mike Easley.

Lamar Gudger Campaign Message

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 12:24:54 -0700

Lamar Gudger Campaign Message

Ron Justice Campaign Message

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 11:39:34 -0700

Ron Justice Campaign Message

Charlie Messer Campaign Message

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 14:07:35 -0700

Charlie Messer Campaign Message

Sam Laughter Campaign Message

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 09:34:20 -0700

Sam Laughter Campaign Message

Mills River Town Council Candidates

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 11:43:04 -0700

Two Mills River Town Council Candidates Campaign Messages

Peter Knight Campaign Message

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 11:55:00 -0700

Peter Knight Campaign Message

Spence Campbell Campaign Message

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 11:37:12 -0700

Spence Campbell Campaign Message

Mark Buckner Campaign Message

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 08:28:23 -0700

Mark Buckner Campaign Message

Chuck McGrady Campaign Message

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 08:21:45 -0700

Chuck McGrady Campaign Message

Bruce Hatfield Campaign Message

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 07:59:09 -0700

Bruce Hatfield Campaign Message

Closing Statement: Fred Smith

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 15:06:10 -0700

Closing Statement: Fred Smith

Closing Statement: Bob Orr

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:57:32 -0700

Closing Statement: Bob Orr

Closing Statement: Pat McCrory

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:44:07 -0700

Closing Statement: Pat McCrory

Closing Statement: Bill Graham

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:26:23 -0700

Closing Statement: Bill Graham

Debate Topic: Health Care

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:23:19 -0700

Would you initiate a community risk pool? If so how would you pay for it?

Debate Topic: Agriculture

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 13:57:05 -0700

Do you think agriculture is still critical to North Carolina's economy and what kind of help should the state provide for farmers?

Debate Topic: DoT

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 13:30:33 -0700

Mayor McCrory, please explain why in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, 63 percent of your transportation dollars goes to a new mass transit system, serving 3 percent of commuters.

Debate Topic: State Lottery

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:59:09 -0700

Mr. Orr, you filed a lawsuit that attempts to invalidate the law that created the state lottery. If the lawsuit is successful, would you leave it alone, try to pass one legally or veto a lottery passed by the Legislature.

Debate Topic: Public Schools

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:34:39 -0700

What's your assessment of Gov. Easley's More at Four preschool program? Would you increase funding, continue it or eliminate it?

Debate Topic: Gas Prices

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:10:19 -0700

What would you do about gas prices and would you end the $172 million transfer from the highway trust fund to the general fund?

Debate Topic: Guns

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 11:52:16 -0700

Would you favor a state law allowing people with conceal-carry permits to carry guns in schools, on campuses and in state forest and state parks?

Debate Topic: Home Rule

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 11:39:52 -0700

Would you support and work for laws that let counties enact a local sales tax, impact fees or other revenue measures without approval from the Legislature?

Debate Topic: Mental Health Reform

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:46:52 -0700

What would you do to specifically fix mental health reform?

Debate Topic: School vouchers and charter schools

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:16:02 -0700

Do you support school vouchers and would you favor raising the cap on charter schools?

Debate Topic: Illegal Immigration

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 08:56:49 -0700

As governor, what would you do about illegal immigration?

Debate Topic: Politics West of I-77

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 08:52:41 -0700

What would you do to help communities in Western North Carolina get a fair deal out of their state government?

Walt Sheppard Campaign Message

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 09:18:11 -0700

Walt Sheppard Campaign Message

John C. Armor Campaign Message

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 09:18:52 -0700

John C. Armor Campaign Message

Carl Mumpower Campaign Message

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 09:19:28 -0700

Carl Mumpower Campaign Message

Richardson Endorses Obama for President

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 21:54:56 -0700

New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson is endorsing Sen. Barack Obama for president. Richardson is siding with Obama despite his longtime ties to the Clintons. (March 21)

AP Campaign Minute

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 05:52:40 -0700

Here's the latest news from the campaign trail for Thursday, March 20: Michigan primary do-over unlikely; McCain meets with PM Brown; Obama links war and economy; Conservative group demands release of Clinton phone logs.

John McCain Thanks British Troops

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 05:53:37 -0700

Republican Presidential candidate John McCain stopped in London where he and Prime Minister Gordon Brown discussed Iraq. McCain is on the way back to the U.S. from a Mideast tour. (March 20)

AP Campaign Minute

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:26:04 -0700

Here's the latest news from the campaign trail for Wednesday, March 19: Clinton's first lady schedules unveiled; Obama says he's the only anti-war candidate; Clinton calls on Obama to agree to Michigan, Florida primaries; McCain supports Israel.

McCain Visits Israel As Part of Week-Long Trip

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:24:57 -0700

Senator John McCain visited with Israeli leader Ehud Olmert on Wednesday. The stop was part of McCain's week-long trip to the Middle East and Europe. (March 19)

Clinton's Records As First Lady Unveiled

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:24:19 -0700

More than 11,000 pages of schedules from Hillary Clinton's years as first lady have been unveiled for the first time. The schedules show Clinton's involvement in some substantive issues, but also many traditional first lady activities. (March 1

Clinton, Obama Focus Comments on Iraq

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:23:44 -0700

Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama used campaign appearances today to criticize the Iraq War. Sen. Clinton said she would try to start bringing troops home in 60 days, while Sen. Obama spoke out against the President's decision to go to war. (Mar

Obama's Church Reacts to Race Speech

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:23:02 -0700

Barack Obama urged the nation to break a racial stalemate that, he says, we've been stuck in for years and again condemned words of his longtime pastor. Obama's church in Chicago reacted to their famous member's speech in Philadelphia. (March 1

Obama: America Must Break 'racial Stalemate'

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 08:06:26 -0700

Barack Obama confronted the nation's racial divide head-on Tuesday, tackling both black grievance and white resentment in a bold effort to quiet a campaign uproar over race and his former pastor's incendiary statements. (March 18)

Clinton Reacts to Obama's Speech

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 08:05:55 -0700

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton says she glad her rival Barack Obama gave his speech on race. Obama spoke in Philadelphia on the nation's racial divide. (March 18)

AP Campaign Minute

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 08:12:08 -0700

Here's the latest news from the campaign trail for Tuesday, March 18: Obama confronts race in speech; McCain says withdrawal from Iraq would benefit al-Qaida; Clinton gains ground in Pennsylvania; Clinton's schedule as first lady to be released.

The Politics of the Iraq War

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 08:11:33 -0700

On the 5th anniversary of the invasion of Iraq, presidential candidates are battling to become the second commander in chief to oversee the war. But who gets elected may have a dramatic impact on the future of the war. (March 18)

Obama Condemns Pastor's Divisive Remarks

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 13:25:23 -0700

Democratic Sen. Barack Obama on Tuesday tried to stem damage from divisive comments delivered by his pastor, while bluntly addressing anger between blacks and whites in the most racially pointed speech yet of his presidential campaign. (March 18

Bush's Iraq War Legacy

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 08:28:43 -0700

Five years of President George W. Bush's words and views on the war in Iraq. (March 18)

The Politics of the Iraq War

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 08:38:10 -0700

AP Campaign Minute

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 13:23:00 -0700

Here's your political update for March 17th: Florida Dems Abandon Mail-In Vote Plan; Obama, Clinton Cite Economic Distress; McCain Trip Comes During Iraq Milestones; Number of delegates needed to win Democratic nomination drops by 1.

Clinton, Pitt Team Up to Help New Orleans

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 13:22:33 -0700

Check out former President Clinton and Brad Pitt as they meet hundreds of volunteers in New Orleans on the site where a foundation Pitt runs plans to build affordable housing for Hurricane Katrina Victims. (March 17)

Clinton Outlines Plan for Iraq

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 13:21:46 -0700

Five years after the start of the Iraq war, Senator Hillary Clinton said Monday that she is the best presidential candidate to end the conflict. (March 17)

Clinton Describes Impromptu Meeting With Obama

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 20:19:59 -0700

Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton desribes her discussion with rival Barack Obama when they met on the Senate floor Thursday. (March 15)

Clinton Supports Mich., Fla. Revotes

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 20:18:49 -0700

Democrat Hillary Rodham Clinton Saturday said she supported a plan being developed by Michigan Democrats to hold a new primary in June. (March 15)

Obama Denounces Pastor's 9/11 Remarks

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 20:17:35 -0700

Barack Obama condemned inflammatory remarks made by his pastor, who has railed against the U.S. and accused its leaders of bringing on the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks by spreading terrorism.

Street Team '08: A McCain Fundraiser

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 08:05:15 -0700

Outside a recent GA fundraising event, Shelby Highsmith found that John McCain protesters may be more diverse than his supporters. Produced for MTV's Choose or Lose Street Team '08 at chooseorlose.com.

Street Team '08: The Comedian's Candidate

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 08:04:43 -0700

Baratunde Thurston is a Harvard-educated comedian and huge Obama supporter. Sara Benincasa of NY caught his act, and had him size up his choice in the Dem's competition. Produced for MTV's Choose or Lose Street Team '08 at chooseorlose.com.

AP Campaign Minute

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 05:56:06 -0700

Here's the latest news from the campaign trail for Wednesday, March 12: Obama increases delegate lead; Pennsylvania next up on primary calendar; Florida congressional delegation opposes mail-in vote; McCain denies lobbyists influenced Airbus inq

New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer Resigns

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:22:00 -0700

New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer, who is mired in allegations he was a client of a high-priced prostitution ring, has resigned from office. (March 12)

Hillary Distances Herself From Ferraro

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:19:55 -0700

Geraldine Ferraro, a fundraiser for Hillary Clinton, suggested Democrat Barack Obama only achieved his status in the presidential campaign because he's black. Hillary Clinton said she does not agree with the remark. (March 12)

Timeline: Documents Detail Spitzer Scandal

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:18:47 -0700

Court documents detail the timeline of what prosecutors say was New York Governor Eliot Spitzer's encounter with a prostitute. (March 11)

Silda Spitzer: New York's First Lady

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:18:17 -0700

Silda Spitzer stood shellshocked as her husband, New York Governor Eliot Spitzer, apologized after allegations surfaced he was involved in a prostitution scandal. The couple has been married for more than 20 years and have three teenage girls. (

Street Team '08: Mississippi Matters

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:17:32 -0700

Bill Clinton campaigned for his wife in Mississippi before Tuesday's primary. Produced by Haley Crum of Mississippi for MTV's Choose or Lose Street Team '08 at chooseorlose.com. (March 11)

Street Team '09: The Katrina Governor Speaks

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:16:56 -0700

In one of her first interviews since leaving office, former Louisiana Gov. Kathleen Blanco, defends her service. Produced by Patrick Kennedy of Arkansas for MTV's Choose or Lose Street Team '08 at chooseorlose.com. (March 11)

Street Team '08: Saving California's Parks

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:16:30 -0700

A group of young people in California want to save the state's park from possible closure. Produced by Carl Brown of California for MTV's Choose or Lose Street Team '08 at chooseorlose.com. (March 11)

Sharpton Threatens to Sue Over Delegates

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:15:43 -0700

Rev. Al Sharpton's National Action Network says it's ready to sue if votes in Florida and Michigan are not counted at the Democratic National Convention. (March 11)

Raw Video: Choir Serenades Clinton

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:15:11 -0700

A high school choir in Scranton, Pa. serenades Hillary Clinton, surrounding her with singing and clapping. For a moment, Clinton joins them, swaying back and forth to the beat. (March 11)

Clinton on Spitzer: 'Let's Wait and See'

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:13:52 -0700

Hillary Clinton held a rally in Scranton, Pennsylvania while carefully side-stepping questions about political ally and New York Governor Eliot Spitzer, who's accused of being linked to a prostitution ring. (March 11)

Dina McGreevey: 'I Ache for Mrs. Spitzer'

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:14:25 -0700

Dina McGreevey knows well what it's like to stand by while your husband confesses sexual indiscretions on live television. The ex-wife of former New Jersey Governor Jim McGreevey now says she empathizes with Silda Spitzer. (March 11)

AP Campaign Minute

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 06:12:14 -0700

Here's the latest news from the campaign trail for Monday, March 10: Mail-in vote possible in Florida; Mississippi next up on primary calendar; Obama says he's running for president, not V.P.; McCain on fundraising blitz.

Politicians Caught in Recent Sex Scandals

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 06:10:47 -0700

New York Governor Eliot Spitzer is the latest politician to fall from grace after being caught in a sex scandal. (March 10)

Play of the Day: Obama Not Running for V.P.

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 06:09:16 -0700

Sen. Barack Obama says he's running for president, not vice-president. Obama's assertion comes after his rival, Sen. Hillary Clinton, suggested the two would make good running mates, with her at the top of the ticket. (March 10)

Democrats Considering Mail-in Vote for Florida

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 06:08:20 -0700

A consensus is building around the idea of holding a do-over, mail-in primary in Florida. The Democratic National Committee stripped Florida and Michigan of their delegates because they held their contests too early. (March 10)

AP Campaign Minute

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 06:07:43 -0700

Obama and Clinton take a break; McCain looks to the general election; Florida Democrats mull over mail-in option. (March 9)

AP Campaign Minute

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 06:16:09 -0800

Here's the latest news from the campaign trail for Monday, Feb. 18: McCain gets endorsement of former President Bush; Obama looks for 10 wins in a row; Huckabee back from the Cayman Islands; Obama says he should have credited Massachusetts Gov.

Rain and Heavy Snow Freeze Wisconsin

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 06:15:47 -0800

Almost a foot of snow fell in some areas of Wisconsin snarling traffic and hindering campaign stops for Democratic Presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. (Feb. 18)

Dems Ready for Battle in Wisconsin

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 06:15:05 -0800

Democrats Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama are both looking for a win in Tuesday's Wisconsin primary. Obama has won eight contests in a row, and Clinton is looking to slow his momentum. (Feb. 18)

Former President Bush Endorses McCain

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 06:14:05 -0800

Former President George H.W. Bush is endorsing Republican Sen. John McCain for president. McCain says Bush's endorsement will help unite the Republican Party. (Feb. 18)

AP Campaign Minute

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 06:13:23 -0800

Storms hurt campaign plans; Obama meets with Edwards; President Clinton says Ohio and Texas crucial to wife's campaign; Bush 41 to endorse McCain (Feb. 17)

Play of the Day: How Does Wis. Look for Hillary?

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 06:12:11 -0800

Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton reached out to voters in Wisconsin before its primary Tuesday, but the former first lady appeared to be keeping her focus on bigger races in March. (Feb. 17)

Chelsea Clinton Takes Campaign Stage

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 12:29:14 -0800

Chelsea Clinton has emerged as a top surrogate for her mother's presidential bid. Now dispatched to college campuses, the long-silent Chelsea Clinton has sought to blend campaign spin with personal touches. (Feb. 16)

Huckabee Campaigns in Liberal Territory

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 07:52:29 -0800

Republican presidential hopeful Mike Huckabee campaigns in Wisconsin, a place he acknowledges leans more to the left than his politics. Huckabee wants votes ahead of Tuesday's primary, even as Mitt Romney endorses John McCain. (Feb. 14)

Play of the Day: Romney Endorses McCain

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 07:51:57 -0800

Mitt Romney is endorsing his former rival John McCain for the Republican presidential nomination. Romney is asking his 280 delegates to support McCain. (Feb. 14)

Clinton Campaign Gearing Up for Fight

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 07:51:04 -0800

Sen. Hillary Clinton is trying to break out of an eight-contest losing streak by putting on the full-court press in Ohio and Texas. But some wonder if that strategy can save Clinton's campaign. (Feb. 14)

AP Campaign Minute

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:49:53 -0800

Here's the latest news from the campaign trail for Wednesday, Feb. 13: Obama looks to keep winning streak alive; McCain courts House Republicans; Obama picks up endorsement from former Clinton aide; Huckabee still scores well with conservatives.

Obama Offers $210 Billion Economic Plan

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:49:24 -0800

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. 19 primary. (Feb. 13)

Obama, McCain Look to Maintain Momentum

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:48:58 -0800

With eight straight wins, Democrat Barack Obama is hoping momentum propels him to his party's nomination. On the Republican side, John McCain looks more and more like the inevitable nominee. (Feb. 13)

By the Numbers: Obama Takes Delegate Lead

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:48:26 -0800

The Democratic delegate lead now belongs to Barack Obama. Obama got wins Tuesday in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia. John McCain is now just 300 delegates away of securing the GOP nomination. (Feb. 13)

Raw Video: Obama Dunks 'donuts' With Supporters

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:47:54 -0800

Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama and Washington Mayor Adrian Fenty delivered donuts to some of Obama' supporters in the District's Eastern Market neighborhood. (Feb. 12)