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Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Election News 2/25-2/29.

Democratic Debate. Finish watching the debate (next link) and respond to one of the following questions. MAKE SURE that you make specific references to points raised in the debate to support your position and get full credit. Responses are due Monday. We will begin comparing the positions of Clinton/Obama to those of the republicn nominee, Sen. John McCain, beginning next week.

1) Was there a winner? Who/Why or why not?
2) Does either candidate develop clearer pictures of his/her policies?

Final? Clinton/Obama Primary Debate.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/23361919#23361919

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Additional Articles:
1. Finding Political Strength in the Power of Words
Oratory Has Helped Drive Obama's Career -- and Critics' Questions
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/story/2008/02/25/ST2008022503216.html?hpid=topnews

2. Democratic Governors See McCain As Formidable
They Cite His Life Story, His Appeal to Independents
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/story/2008/02/25/ST2008022502488.html?hpid=topnews