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Mike Gravel
Maurice Robert "Mike" Gravel (born May 13, 1930), is a former Democratic United States Senator from Alaska for two terms, from 1969 to 1981. He is primarily known for his efforts in ending the draft following the Vietnam War and for having put into the public record the Pentagon Papers in 1971. He is currently a candidate for the 2008 Democratic nomination for President of the United States. (More at Wikipedia)
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'Why West Virginia matters'
From NBC's Mark MurrayHours before the West Virginia polls close, the Clinton campaign just released a memo that tries to raise the stakes of today's contest, which Clinton is expected to (Read more...)
Romer: Time for supers is 'right now'
From NBC's Chuck ToddFormer Colorado Gov. Roy Romer said he's endorsing Obama now because he believes all superdelegates should get on the record "right now.” It’s "now time to turn to the general." On the endorsement call, he's going to stop... (Read more...)
Clinton and Obama on the Hill
From NBC's Ken StricklandClinton and Obama should be on the Senate floor today voting shortly after 11:00 am ET. There will be four votes...-- a Republican energy/gas bill (needs 60 votes to advance; expected to fail)-- a Democratic bill to... (Read more...)
Another two supers for Obama
From NBC's Domenico MontanaroObama picked up the endorsement of New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin (a Louisiana add on) and former Colorado Gov. Roy Romer is set to hold an Obama conference call at 11:00 a.m. ET. Romer is currently uncommitted. Obama has... (Read more...)
First thoughts: Take me home...
From Chuck Todd, Mark Murray, and Domenico Montanaro*** Take me home, country roads: Perhaps the best way to think of today’s West Virginia primary is like the final football game of the regular season, which really won’t impact the teams headed ... (Read more...)
Delegate fight: Taking FL/MI head on
Obama will deal head-on, in some form, with the Florida/Michigan delegate dispute when he travels to Michigan tomorrow. "The Obama campaign has publicly supported a proposal by Michigan's Democratic executive committee to allocate 54 percent of... (Read more...)
Obama: 'Raw racism and hostility'
The Washington Post takes a look at some instances of prejudice that Obama's campaign staffers have run into. "For all the hope and excitement Obama's candidacy is generating, some of his field workers, phone-bank volunteers and campaign surrogates... (Read more...)
Clinton seeks to boost W.V. win
From NBC/NJ's Mike MemoliCHARLESTON, W.V. -- Hillary Clinton found dozens of supporters, and at least one of her rival's, as she started her Primary Eve Day with a stop at a local Biscuit World. Clinton made the unnanounced trip as she seeks to... (Read more...)
Ask Chuck Todd
There something you want to ask NBC News Political Director Chuck Todd? Here's your chance. There will be a question-and-answer session with Todd Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. ET on Newsvine. You can submit your questions in advance here. The... (Read more...)
Meddlers!
By Cernig We've heard a lot recently about US allegations that Iran is interfering in Iraq, aiding insurgents with weaponry and training, but Iran has also long said that both the US and Britain back insurgents inside Iran and we... (Read more...)
HRC: Dems don't get elected without WV
From NBC/NJ's Mike MemoliCLEAR FORK, WV -- Hillary Clinton turned to the example of John F. Kennedy this afternoon as she tried to keep her bid afloat -- saying that West Virginia “made it possible” for him to become president, even though he... (Read more...)
Obama focuses on veterans' issues in WV
From NBC/NJ's Athena JonesCHARLESTON, WV -- On the eve of what is almost sure to be a big defeat for Obama in West Virginia's primary, the Illinois senator focused on veterans' issues and (Read more...)
Obama's 'super' comeback
From NBC's Domenico MontanaroObama has taken the lead in what was once Clinton's formidable superdelegate lead, according to NBC News' count. The endorsement of Hawaii’s Dolly Strazar pu (Read more...)
A lobbying firm and its McCain ties
From NBC/NJ’s Carrie DannIf there's one lesson that this cycle has taught aspiring politicians, it might be to keep an eye on your staff members' day jobs. Each of the remaining candidates have taken hea (Read more...)
Obama gains yet another super
From NBC's Domenico MontanaroObama has gained yet another superdelegate, Hawaii Sen. Daniel Akaka. Akaka is the second Hawaii superdelegate to announce today and the third superdelegate overall to go to Obama since this morning. Idaho Democratic... (Read more...)
On the Media's Take on Ayn Rand (featuring Reason's Nick Gillespie)
NPR's On the Media did a long segment over the weekend about Ayn Rand's continuing popularity and influence. Among the fo (Read more...)
Mike Gravel on the Libertarian Party, Nuclear War, and Spineless Democrats
A week ago, I had a lengthy conversation with Mike Gravel about his run for the LP nomination. To my knowledge, this was before he cut the "Obama Girl" video, but it makes an interesting contrast... if you were told "a former... (Read more...)
Obama takes superdelegate lead
From NBC's Domenico MontanaroBarack Obama has overtaken Hillary Clinton in the NBC NEWS superdelegate count with the endorsement of Hawaii's Dolly Strazar. This is his second of the day and puts him now officially over the top, 277-276.5. Obama has ... (Read more...)
Obama camp eyes general election
From NBC/NJ's Athena Jones and NBC's Mark MurrayThe Obama campaign has announced that the day after the West Virginia primary, Obama will stump in Michigan. “Our schedule reflects the fact that we are still fighting for votes and delegates in the ... (Read more...)
Bob Barr Announces Presidential Run * Updated *
As has been long expected, former Rep. Bob Barr has announced that he’s running for President as a Libertarian. (Read more...)
Maine congressman backs Obama
From NBC's Ken Strickland and Domenico MontanaroMaine congressman and candidate for U.S. Senate Tom Allen announced his support for Obama this morning, bringing the Illinois senator within one of taking the lead in the NBC News... (Read more...)
MoveOn's Obama ad
From NBC's Mark MurrayHere's the winner of MoveOn's Obama ad contest, which was chosen by a panel including Ben Affleck, Moby, Matt Damon, Oliver Stone, and others. The ad, entitled "Obamacan," features a veteran who says, "I'm a lifelong Republican,... (Read more...)
First thoughts: How Hillary will close
From Chuck Todd, Mark Murray, and Domenico Montanaro*** How Hillary will close: Everyone seems to be looking for any little hint into how Clinton is closing this campaign. The last thing she wants is for the not-so-funny SNL "sore loser" parody to... (Read more...)
Delegate fight: Inevitability
This is Clinton's main problem at this point: More and more Democrats are talking about the inevitability of Obama as the nominee. Here’s Harry Reid on ABC yesterday: "Clinton got more of the popular vote, Obama got more of (Read more...)
Upcoming contests: Excitement in WV
WEST VIRGINIA: The AP previews the primary and notes, "The excitement is showing at the ballot box as wel (Read more...)
Clinton: Rahm vs. Ted
The New York Times says that Rahm Emanuel “called to assail Senator Edward M. Kennedy, Democrat of Massachusetts, for rem (Read more...)
McCain: The Myanmar mess
The fact that the firm DCI, a major player in GOP circles, has ties to the Myanmar junta running the country formerly known as Burma, is causing mini-headaches for McCain. He's losing two key aides. From (Read more...)
Bob Barr to run for president
Former Rep. Bob Barr, famous in part for having played a key role in former President Bill Clinton's impeachment, has officially announced his plans to ru (Read more...)
9/11 Truthers push Libertarian Presidential candidates to sign Investigation Pledge: Ruwart, Kubby and Gravel agree, Barr, Root and Phillies say No
by Andrew MurphyIn perhaps what may be its greatest opportunity yet, the Libertarian Party has within its grasp a chance for the strongest showing in a presidential election in its 37 year history. One of the LP candidates - Bob Barr - is alre (Read more...)
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