Minnesota Dems leery of Franken’s past
June 10, 2008
Playboy column prompts prominent Democrats in the state to question his fitness to serve in the Senate.
Webb’s rebel roots: An affinity for Confederacy
June 10, 2008
The Virginia senator’s statements of understanding of the Confederate cause have the potential to alienate African-American voters.
Dem leaders rally behind Obama
June 10, 2008
Top leaders rally for Barack Obama at DNC headquarters. See also: Obama’s non-endorsement
McCain releases Florida ad in Spanish
June 10, 2008
Ad notes McCain’s opposition to resuming relations with Cuba and his desire for political prisoners’ release.
2 Energy Bills, Including Windfall Tax, Stall in Senate
June 10, 2008
A Democratic proposal to impose heavier taxes on big oil companies stalled in the Senate as Republicans and Democrats offered different ideas on how to deal with soaring energy costs.
Stars tackle books on ’08
June 10, 2008
Several of the best-known names in political journalism plan to publish books on the campaign.
Border Crossings: Spain, Like U.S., Grapples With Immigration
June 10, 2008
In southern Europe, forgiveness plans for immigrants who arrived illegally have helped power economic growth.
Actress has a crush on Obama
June 10, 2008
Scarlett Johansson tells Politico she has an ongoing e-mail dialogue with the candidate: "It’s amazing."
Paul plans mini-convention in Minn.
June 10, 2008
Paul is staging an event that could steal McCain’s thunder days before he accepts the GOP nomination.
For Clinton, Millions in Debt and Few Options
June 10, 2008
Hillary Rodham Clinton is faced with what is believed to be history’s largest presidential campaign debt.