Due to all the buildup and media hype surrounding the 2008 Presidential Election, there was no doubt viewers would be tuning in all night long to witness history. However, with so many channel options to pick from, which station coverage was best?
I watched NBC throughout the night and graded the channel on a variety of areas. Here are the results:
Anchor, Brian Williams; Grade: A
No surprise here. NBC went to its go-to guy to hold down the fort in what surely must be one of the longest nights of the year for any television journalist. The anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News handled the chaotic electoral evening with poise and organization. Most of the segments seemed to flow rather nicely and that has everything to do with the anchor. Acting as the quarterback for the program, composure was his best attribute and he never rushed a segment, which is hard to do when state results come in unexpectedly.
Analysis; Grade: B+
This was lacking at times but overall it got the job done. Grizzled veteran Tom Brokaw offered his usual solid insight while political director Chuck Todd previewed possible scenarios throughout the evening. Aside from these two, however, there was little to get excited about. It would have been nice to have a slew of analysts, from both parties, providing some political banter. But I guess that's what CNN is for.
Technology; Grade: A-
In this era of rising technology the casual viewer is always looking for the next cool visual aid. While I hear other media stations offered holographic analysts, NBC perfected an old reliable tool: the green room. This was more than an average green backdrop, it was an entire room with decked-out bar graphs popping out of the ground in every which way. A political analyst stood in the middle of it all explaining all the statistics, most of which were based on exit polling. Additionally, NBC even took the viewer through a backstage tour of the green room to show how it all comes together. Very interesting.
Field Reporting; Grade: B+
This is one of those areas which don't seem too important at the time, but nevertheless, is greatly needed. Field reporting gives everyone a break from the studio and offers the sights and sounds from other parts of the country. NBC did not give extensive coverage in this regard but the bare minimum was certainly met. The obvious was covered, such as reporting from both McCain and Obama's home bases, but it was mostly just visuals. A few more interesting stories would have helped fill-in the dry moments of the night.
Website; Grade: B-
Lets face it: the internet is taking over all other media mediums these days. Therefore, a great website is vital in keeping the attention of the public. The election coverage is no different and unfortunately this is where NBC was lacking. It was rather plain and simple with the quintessential map of different colored states showing the election results. Granted, that map is what people want to see during election night but there was really nothing else the website offered. More so, the results were coming in awfully slow, sometimes 15 minutes after being reported on television. A website is supposed to offer speed and relevance, and NBC's site came up a bit short.
Overall; Grade: A-
From both a journalistic and casual viewer perspective, NBC did a pretty good job of covering such a hyped up election. There was very little bias across the board and that is hard to do in such a lengthy telecast. Williams set the pace for a very smooth evening and the virtual greenroom was really something else. There were also some nice commemorative plugs for the late Tim Russert, the NBC political analyst who past away last summer. Furthermore, although the website was lacking, it definitely did not take away from the overall performance of the station.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Monday, October 27, 2008
The 2008 Presidential Election - 18th Century Style
Imagine if John McCain won the presidential election and by default, Barack Obama was slated to be his vice president for the next four years. Likewise, picture a newly elected Obama, with all his liberal views, with the conservative McCain as his right-hand man.
Both of which seem like impossible scenarios, correct?
Before the establishment of the 12th Amendment of the Constitution, however, this was a reality. In the early days of the nation it was declared that the runner-up for president would become the vice-president in a seemingly more democratic fashion.
Conflicting candidates were opponents one day and partners the next in what was a giant mesh of opposing ideologies and views. Let us not forget that George Washington and John Adams, the first President and Vice-President, respectively, ran against each other in the inaugural election of 1789.
The Amendment in 1804 changed all that, forcing the VP selection to be part of the overall presidential package on the ballot.
This ended the era of unusual duos, a system of closer democracy, and any hope of a McCain-Obama white house in 2009.
But what if that old system was still intact today? In a hypothetical setting, what would happen if the 2008 Presidential ballot featured McCain, Obama, Sarah Palin, and Joe Biden?
Here are a few possible outcomes:
1. Obama wins the presidency and second-place McCain comes grabs the vice position. A charismatic leader gives the nation a sense of change while the gutsy sidekick headlines all foreign policy matters. Hmmm…both seem to offset the other candidate's weakness. This seems too good to be true. According to recent polling data on USAToday.com, this is the most likely scenario since Obama holds a slim lead.
2. McCain picks up the pace in the final week to nab the top spot while Obama settles for VP. People have been questioning McCain’s age, but perhaps four years at the helm will be enough to get things rolling, giving Obama just enough experience to take over when the Maverick turns age 76.
3. In a stunning turn of events, Palin roars to the top of the polls on Election Day to become the first female President of the United States while Obama comes in second to become the first African-American VP. If change is what the American people want, this will surely be enough.
4. McCain wins the top position but Biden gets enough votes to become second in command. Maybe America is not quite ready for change after all…a couple of old white guys are once again running the country.
Both of which seem like impossible scenarios, correct?
Before the establishment of the 12th Amendment of the Constitution, however, this was a reality. In the early days of the nation it was declared that the runner-up for president would become the vice-president in a seemingly more democratic fashion.
Conflicting candidates were opponents one day and partners the next in what was a giant mesh of opposing ideologies and views. Let us not forget that George Washington and John Adams, the first President and Vice-President, respectively, ran against each other in the inaugural election of 1789.
The Amendment in 1804 changed all that, forcing the VP selection to be part of the overall presidential package on the ballot.
This ended the era of unusual duos, a system of closer democracy, and any hope of a McCain-Obama white house in 2009.
But what if that old system was still intact today? In a hypothetical setting, what would happen if the 2008 Presidential ballot featured McCain, Obama, Sarah Palin, and Joe Biden?
Here are a few possible outcomes:
1. Obama wins the presidency and second-place McCain comes grabs the vice position. A charismatic leader gives the nation a sense of change while the gutsy sidekick headlines all foreign policy matters. Hmmm…both seem to offset the other candidate's weakness. This seems too good to be true. According to recent polling data on USAToday.com, this is the most likely scenario since Obama holds a slim lead.
2. McCain picks up the pace in the final week to nab the top spot while Obama settles for VP. People have been questioning McCain’s age, but perhaps four years at the helm will be enough to get things rolling, giving Obama just enough experience to take over when the Maverick turns age 76.
3. In a stunning turn of events, Palin roars to the top of the polls on Election Day to become the first female President of the United States while Obama comes in second to become the first African-American VP. If change is what the American people want, this will surely be enough.
4. McCain wins the top position but Biden gets enough votes to become second in command. Maybe America is not quite ready for change after all…a couple of old white guys are once again running the country.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Monday, October 13, 2008
Monday, October 6, 2008
Lost remote
I thought this was a pretty interesting and helpful article concerning the upcoming election. It talks about a new google mashup for voter information.
The process is rather simple and helpful. Just enter your home address into the box and, with the help of google maps, all your relevant voting information is outlined. This includes everything from how many days left you have left to register by mail to future polling locations. Personally, since this will be my first time voting in a presidential election, I found this information easy to use and extremely helpful. I also liked the connection with google maps which is always a great tool.
The process is rather simple and helpful. Just enter your home address into the box and, with the help of google maps, all your relevant voting information is outlined. This includes everything from how many days left you have left to register by mail to future polling locations. Personally, since this will be my first time voting in a presidential election, I found this information easy to use and extremely helpful. I also liked the connection with google maps which is always a great tool.
Monday, September 29, 2008
ItsHaky Going for Upset, Youth Vote
If Bo ItsHaky is going to knock off perennial election winner, Rosa DeLauro, he needs all the votes he can get, including the young crowd.
"I am very interested in the younger voters. They are the future of this district and this state," said ItsHaky. "I go after the youth vote as much as possible."
The 49 year-old Republican candidate is running for the third congressional district of Connecticut in the United States House or Representatives. His counterpart is Democratic incumbent, DeLauro, who is running for a tenth consecutive term.
For ItsHaky, grabbing the youth vote is more than just getting votes, its about changing the very fabric of Connecticut.
"My main concern is the brain drain, with young people who come here to acquire higher education and not able to be attracted to stay here," said ItsHaky. "I want to reverse that by finding more jobs in Connecticut and more affordable housing."
Originally born in Israel, ItsHaky now resides in Bethany and practices acupuncture in Orange and Cheshire. According to his campaign website, ItsHaky ran for First Selectman in Bethany in 2005 and ran for the Connecticut State Senate 17th District in 2006.
ItsHaky was elected to the Connecticut Republican State Central Committee in 2007, representing the 17th State Senatorial District.
Nevertheless, ItsHaky does not feel that going against the more experienced DeLauro will affect his campaign.
"It doesn't make it harder or easier. I am honored to run against her," said ItsHaky, who was influenced to go into politics after the terrorist attacks in Sept. 11. "I needed to do something on a much larger scale, make an influence on a larger scale."
"I am very interested in the younger voters. They are the future of this district and this state," said ItsHaky. "I go after the youth vote as much as possible."
The 49 year-old Republican candidate is running for the third congressional district of Connecticut in the United States House or Representatives. His counterpart is Democratic incumbent, DeLauro, who is running for a tenth consecutive term.
For ItsHaky, grabbing the youth vote is more than just getting votes, its about changing the very fabric of Connecticut.
"My main concern is the brain drain, with young people who come here to acquire higher education and not able to be attracted to stay here," said ItsHaky. "I want to reverse that by finding more jobs in Connecticut and more affordable housing."
Originally born in Israel, ItsHaky now resides in Bethany and practices acupuncture in Orange and Cheshire. According to his campaign website, ItsHaky ran for First Selectman in Bethany in 2005 and ran for the Connecticut State Senate 17th District in 2006.
ItsHaky was elected to the Connecticut Republican State Central Committee in 2007, representing the 17th State Senatorial District.
Nevertheless, ItsHaky does not feel that going against the more experienced DeLauro will affect his campaign.
"It doesn't make it harder or easier. I am honored to run against her," said ItsHaky, who was influenced to go into politics after the terrorist attacks in Sept. 11. "I needed to do something on a much larger scale, make an influence on a larger scale."
Sunday, September 28, 2008
News Comparison
On Wednesday, Sept. 24, President Bush made a speech to the nation concerning the state of the United States economy. The next day, I compared the coverage of the event by reading a print article in the New Haven Register as well as an online article at CNN.com.
In my opinion, the print article had a bit more information but the online story was more interactive and presentable. The New haven register article was longer and required more reading but it covered the speech in depth. The online article, however, covered a general overview of the speech but also offered a video clip and links to other articles relevant to the topic. Both mediums had a picture of President Bush to go along with the story.
In my opinion, the print article had a bit more information but the online story was more interactive and presentable. The New haven register article was longer and required more reading but it covered the speech in depth. The online article, however, covered a general overview of the speech but also offered a video clip and links to other articles relevant to the topic. Both mediums had a picture of President Bush to go along with the story.
Monday, September 22, 2008
DeLauro Running for Tenth Term
Rosa DeLauro knows a thing or two about the election process. After all, she's been running, and winning, since her inaugural race in 1991.
This Fall, DeLauro will be running for a tenth term to represent the third congressional district of Connecticut in the United States House of Representatives. The Democrat has virtually not been challenged competitively since 1991, when she defeated Thomas Scott with 52 percent of the vote.
Growing up in New Haven, DeLauro has been connected to the area for some time now as the third district consists of the city of New Haven along with the surrounding suburbs. She has earned degrees at both Marymount College and Columbia University as well as studying at the London School of Economics.
According to the bill sponsorship analysis at Govtrack.org, DeLauro has consistently voted liberally. Govtrack labels her as a far-left Democrat.
DeLauro's campaign website outlines the Congresswoman's views on the many of the issues for the upcoming election.
According to the site, DeLauro supports new tax incentives in an effort to create more jobs along with ensuring to make college more affordable.
In addition, DeLauro supports lowering health care costs, moving to alternative energy and more efficient cars, and ending the war in Iraq as soon as possible.
In Congress, she has served on numerous committees such as the Budget Committee and has been Co-Chair of the House Steering and Policy Committee since 2002.
The New Haven native will be running against the relatively unknown, Bo ItsHaky this Fall.
This Fall, DeLauro will be running for a tenth term to represent the third congressional district of Connecticut in the United States House of Representatives. The Democrat has virtually not been challenged competitively since 1991, when she defeated Thomas Scott with 52 percent of the vote.
Growing up in New Haven, DeLauro has been connected to the area for some time now as the third district consists of the city of New Haven along with the surrounding suburbs. She has earned degrees at both Marymount College and Columbia University as well as studying at the London School of Economics.
According to the bill sponsorship analysis at Govtrack.org, DeLauro has consistently voted liberally. Govtrack labels her as a far-left Democrat.
DeLauro's campaign website outlines the Congresswoman's views on the many of the issues for the upcoming election.
According to the site, DeLauro supports new tax incentives in an effort to create more jobs along with ensuring to make college more affordable.
In addition, DeLauro supports lowering health care costs, moving to alternative energy and more efficient cars, and ending the war in Iraq as soon as possible.
In Congress, she has served on numerous committees such as the Budget Committee and has been Co-Chair of the House Steering and Policy Committee since 2002.
The New Haven native will be running against the relatively unknown, Bo ItsHaky this Fall.
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Poynter Online Article
Chip Scanlan of Poynter Online wrote an article about a recent interactive database for the online edition of the Los Angeles Times. Following the Los Angeles train crash on Sept. 12, which killed 25 commuters, LATimes.com posted a database for the fatalities of the accident.
I thought this idea was a great use of online journalism because it combined the immediate relevance of web reporting with hard news. The crash was one of the worst in the history of California so, naturally, people are going to want to read about the incident and learn more about those involved. The LA Times database had pictures of each fatality which linked to a separate page for each person. The separate pages had quotes, biographical information and memories about each victim. This article not only allowed people to become interactive with the media but also created a grieving place for those who knew the fatalities.
I thought this idea was a great use of online journalism because it combined the immediate relevance of web reporting with hard news. The crash was one of the worst in the history of California so, naturally, people are going to want to read about the incident and learn more about those involved. The LA Times database had pictures of each fatality which linked to a separate page for each person. The separate pages had quotes, biographical information and memories about each victim. This article not only allowed people to become interactive with the media but also created a grieving place for those who knew the fatalities.
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Students React to Palin's First Interview
Last Thursday and Friday, Governor Sarah Palin sat down with ABC anchor, Charlie Gibson for her first television interview since accepting the position as John McCain's running mate over a week ago.
The interview, which was aired from Alaska over a two day span, was possibly a result of Democrats questioning as to why Palin has not faced the media one-on-one. Gibson asked Palin about a variety of topics, including foreign policy, national security, her political experience, and the Bush Doctrine.
On a national level, the media has received the interview with mixed reactions. This also seems to be true for students at Quinnipiac University.
"I think she did extremely well," said Laura Clemens, a sophomore nursing major from New York. "She has been under more scrutiny from the media in these past couple of weeks than Biden, Obama and even McCain have ever been exposed to."
Since accepting the nomination, the Republican candidate has been faced with questions concerning her personal life, such as the pregnancy of her 17 year-old daughter. Gibson did not tackle any such personal issues but he did question Palin's experience and lack of foreign travel.
As far as Clemens is concerned, she could not have handled it any better.
"She handled the questions with grace and intelligence, and really stood her ground despite Charlie Gibson's obviously biased questions, and the way in which he was asking them," said Clemens.
For another Quinnipiac student, however, Palin might as well have been dodging the questions completely.
"She did not give straight answers, and tried to hide answers to the tough questions," Chris Drastura, a junior veterinary technician major from New Jersey. "She does not seem to handle the media very well."
Drastura admits to not knowing very much about Palin, besides her personal issues, before the interview. He now believes that she does not strike him as a good running mate selection for McCain.
For others, however, the interview only strengthened past judgements.
"I'll admit that a was a little skeptical at first of McCain's decision. But, the more I read and heard about her, the more I liked her, and the interviewed just made me respect her even more," said Clemens. "I think she is exactly what we need in the White House."
The interview, which was aired from Alaska over a two day span, was possibly a result of Democrats questioning as to why Palin has not faced the media one-on-one. Gibson asked Palin about a variety of topics, including foreign policy, national security, her political experience, and the Bush Doctrine.
On a national level, the media has received the interview with mixed reactions. This also seems to be true for students at Quinnipiac University.
"I think she did extremely well," said Laura Clemens, a sophomore nursing major from New York. "She has been under more scrutiny from the media in these past couple of weeks than Biden, Obama and even McCain have ever been exposed to."
Since accepting the nomination, the Republican candidate has been faced with questions concerning her personal life, such as the pregnancy of her 17 year-old daughter. Gibson did not tackle any such personal issues but he did question Palin's experience and lack of foreign travel.
As far as Clemens is concerned, she could not have handled it any better.
"She handled the questions with grace and intelligence, and really stood her ground despite Charlie Gibson's obviously biased questions, and the way in which he was asking them," said Clemens.
For another Quinnipiac student, however, Palin might as well have been dodging the questions completely.
"She did not give straight answers, and tried to hide answers to the tough questions," Chris Drastura, a junior veterinary technician major from New Jersey. "She does not seem to handle the media very well."
Drastura admits to not knowing very much about Palin, besides her personal issues, before the interview. He now believes that she does not strike him as a good running mate selection for McCain.
For others, however, the interview only strengthened past judgements.
"I'll admit that a was a little skeptical at first of McCain's decision. But, the more I read and heard about her, the more I liked her, and the interviewed just made me respect her even more," said Clemens. "I think she is exactly what we need in the White House."
Friday, September 12, 2008
Lost remote feedback
As seen on the Lost Remote website, GateHouse Media has launched an entirely new online only newspaper called, The Batavian, for the small town of Batavia, New York. Another example of the innovative online only craze is the New Haven Independent, which covers the city of New Haven.
I believe the online-only system for newspapers can definitely work, for both a small town area as well as a larger city. The Batavian covers a small town, which works well because residents can easily access concentrated local coverage instead of waiting for a weekly edition of a print paper. Larger online papers can also work, as seen with the New Haven Independent, because there is so much more going on and, therefore, more chances to find stories. Lastly, in this technological era, most people are going to have computers and most readers get their news via laptops at work, so an online only paper is becoming more logical.
I believe the online-only system for newspapers can definitely work, for both a small town area as well as a larger city. The Batavian covers a small town, which works well because residents can easily access concentrated local coverage instead of waiting for a weekly edition of a print paper. Larger online papers can also work, as seen with the New Haven Independent, because there is so much more going on and, therefore, more chances to find stories. Lastly, in this technological era, most people are going to have computers and most readers get their news via laptops at work, so an online only paper is becoming more logical.
Monday, September 8, 2008
Student views on VP picks
With the party conventions all wrapped up and the nominations officially in the books, it is time to scrutinize and evaluate.
As always, a popular topic to analyze is the running mate selection by both the Democratic and Republican parties. If not known already, Barack Obama and the Democrats chose 65 year-old Joe Biden, a Senator from Delaware, while John McCain and the Republicans picked 44 year-old Alaskan Governor, Sarah Palin.
Student views on this matter can be found even on the politically apathetic campus of Quinnipiac. However, why take the boring route of asking a Democrat about Biden, and vice versa? Let's ask supporters of an opposing party.
For one Obama supporter, it looks as if McCain has picked the right sidekick.
"She is a sharp women, that was a smart choice for him," said Brendan Rogers, a junior accounting major from Vermont. "She seems to be taking the role of McCain's attack dog. Most of her speech was attacking Obama and his party."
As far as his own party is concerned, Rogers is about neutral on the Biden selection since he really does not know much about the senator.
This trend seems to be apparent for other Quinnipiuac students, regardless of party affiliation.
"I haven't heard much about him really," said Kristen Lawler, a junior Psychology major and Republican supporter.
The same can't be said about Palin, who was the center of attention after the recent announcement that her 17 year-old daughter, Bristol, is five months pregnant. She is also only the second women to run for vice president for a major political party, the last being Geraldine Ferraro in 1984.
"She seems like a normal person. What she does in her own life parallels her views," said Lawler.
Perhaps all the media attention for Sarah Palin, negative or not, is good for at least getting her name out to the public.
Carrie Brown of Yahoo News further explains how Obama, Biden, and the Democrats lost the media spotlight to the Alaskan Governor.
As always, a popular topic to analyze is the running mate selection by both the Democratic and Republican parties. If not known already, Barack Obama and the Democrats chose 65 year-old Joe Biden, a Senator from Delaware, while John McCain and the Republicans picked 44 year-old Alaskan Governor, Sarah Palin.
Student views on this matter can be found even on the politically apathetic campus of Quinnipiac. However, why take the boring route of asking a Democrat about Biden, and vice versa? Let's ask supporters of an opposing party.
For one Obama supporter, it looks as if McCain has picked the right sidekick.
"She is a sharp women, that was a smart choice for him," said Brendan Rogers, a junior accounting major from Vermont. "She seems to be taking the role of McCain's attack dog. Most of her speech was attacking Obama and his party."
As far as his own party is concerned, Rogers is about neutral on the Biden selection since he really does not know much about the senator.
This trend seems to be apparent for other Quinnipiuac students, regardless of party affiliation.
"I haven't heard much about him really," said Kristen Lawler, a junior Psychology major and Republican supporter.
The same can't be said about Palin, who was the center of attention after the recent announcement that her 17 year-old daughter, Bristol, is five months pregnant. She is also only the second women to run for vice president for a major political party, the last being Geraldine Ferraro in 1984.
"She seems like a normal person. What she does in her own life parallels her views," said Lawler.
Perhaps all the media attention for Sarah Palin, negative or not, is good for at least getting her name out to the public.
Carrie Brown of Yahoo News further explains how Obama, Biden, and the Democrats lost the media spotlight to the Alaskan Governor.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Links
http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/07/13/zakaria.obama/
Here is an excerpt of an interview between Barack Obama and foreign affairs expert Fareed Zakaria of CNN. Obama touches on many topics surrounding foreign policy including, what he would do if Bin Laden was caught, and the state of the terrorist problem in the world today. This relationship between Obama and foreign policy is important because many believe that this is his weak point.
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/06/12/politics/politico/main4177755.shtml
This is a CBS News article about how Michelle Obama, Barack's wife, is already facing heat from Republication politicians and this will likely be a trend throughout the campaign race. Early this year, Michelle said that, "For the first time in my adult life, I am really proud of my country,” because voters are ready for change. This is obvious firepower for Republicans. However, political strategists in this article explain just how the Senator's wife may play a factor in the election.
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/the-trail/2008/08/24/debating_the_wisdom_of_choosin.html
In a recent Washington Post article, members of both political parties challenge Barack Obama's decision of choosing Joe Biden as his running mate. Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani stated that Biden was the wrong choice and it plays to Obama's weakness. Also, Obama's advisers remain quiet as to why Biden was chosen but do say that his knowledge of foreign policy is a main factor. Foreign policy has been a hot topic for Obama since the start and this choice of a running mate only emphasizes the situation.
http://www.bostonherald.com/news/national/politics/2008/view/2008_08_27_John_McCain-Mitt_Romney_dream_ticket_-_for_Democrats/srvc=home&position=1
This is an interesting article in the Boston Herald about the Democratic Party hoping John McCain will choose Mitt Romney as a running mate. Apparently, the delegates and democrats in Massachusetts were more than displeased in Romney's tenure as Mass. Governor. With the former presidential candidate on McCain's short list of VP possibilities, the Democratic Party likes it's election chances if McCain-Romney is on the ballot.
Here is an excerpt of an interview between Barack Obama and foreign affairs expert Fareed Zakaria of CNN. Obama touches on many topics surrounding foreign policy including, what he would do if Bin Laden was caught, and the state of the terrorist problem in the world today. This relationship between Obama and foreign policy is important because many believe that this is his weak point.
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/06/12/politics/politico/main4177755.shtml
This is a CBS News article about how Michelle Obama, Barack's wife, is already facing heat from Republication politicians and this will likely be a trend throughout the campaign race. Early this year, Michelle said that, "For the first time in my adult life, I am really proud of my country,” because voters are ready for change. This is obvious firepower for Republicans. However, political strategists in this article explain just how the Senator's wife may play a factor in the election.
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/the-trail/2008/08/24/debating_the_wisdom_of_choosin.html
In a recent Washington Post article, members of both political parties challenge Barack Obama's decision of choosing Joe Biden as his running mate. Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani stated that Biden was the wrong choice and it plays to Obama's weakness. Also, Obama's advisers remain quiet as to why Biden was chosen but do say that his knowledge of foreign policy is a main factor. Foreign policy has been a hot topic for Obama since the start and this choice of a running mate only emphasizes the situation.
http://www.bostonherald.com/news/national/politics/2008/view/2008_08_27_John_McCain-Mitt_Romney_dream_ticket_-_for_Democrats/srvc=home&position=1
This is an interesting article in the Boston Herald about the Democratic Party hoping John McCain will choose Mitt Romney as a running mate. Apparently, the delegates and democrats in Massachusetts were more than displeased in Romney's tenure as Mass. Governor. With the former presidential candidate on McCain's short list of VP possibilities, the Democratic Party likes it's election chances if McCain-Romney is on the ballot.
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