Election 2008

Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton

Were the Media Unfair to Hillary Clinton in 2008? Were the Media Unfair to Hillary Clinton in 2008?

Guess who’s making that claim now.

Jan 25, 2016 / Joan Walsh

November 4, 2008: Barack Obama Is Elected President

November 4, 2008: Barack Obama Is Elected President November 4, 2008: Barack Obama Is Elected President

“For many black folks, Obama’s victory has momentarily healed the double consciousness that is an ordinary part of our lives.”

Nov 4, 2015 / Richard Kreitner

Kanye West in 2005.

The Rebirth of Black Rage The Rebirth of Black Rage

From Kanye to Obama, and back again.

Aug 13, 2015 / Feature / Mychal Denzel Smith

No Joke, Cheney Was the Worst President

No Joke, Cheney Was the Worst President No Joke, Cheney Was the Worst President

Obama's barb worked because it had the ring of truth.

Apr 27, 2015 / John Nichols

What Would Tim Pawlenty Bring to the GOP Ticket? What Would Tim Pawlenty Bring to the GOP Ticket?

With different backgrounds but matching policies, the former Minnesota governor is on Mitt’s short list for running mate. 

Jun 18, 2012 / Ben Adler

Low Enthusiasm Plagues Republicans Low Enthusiasm Plagues Republicans

New Hampshire Republicans generated little enthusiasm on the campaign trail and underwhelming turnout on Tuesday.  

Jan 11, 2012 / Ben Adler

Ari Berman on Obama’s Grassroots Ari Berman on Obama’s Grassroots

"If you look at Obama’s White House," says The Nation's Ari Berman, "it’s very much now a top-down, insider White House, following a very conventional...

Sep 29, 2010 / Ari Berman

The Sleaziest Campaign Ads of 2008 The Sleaziest Campaign Ads of 2008

Here are five nominees for the most revolting, dishonest and remarkably sleazy campaign ads of the year.

Dec 29, 2008 / Talking Points Memo

Obama’s Latino Vote Mandate Obama’s Latino Vote Mandate

Latinos backed Obama by a 2-to-1 margin on election day and could be the biggest force behind a longterm, center-left political realignment.

Nov 18, 2008 / Feature / Steve Cobble and Joe Velasquez

The Daily Show: The Biggest Election ’08 Losers The Daily Show: The Biggest Election ’08 Losers

Sarah Palin launches a PR blitz to show voters all they missed by not electing her queen of America.

Nov 13, 2008 / The Daily Show

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