Republican National Convention 2008

Republican National Convention 2008

The 2008 Republican National Convention is scheduled from Sept. 1-4 in Minneapolis, Minn.

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2008 will mark the second time the Republican Party has convened in Minnesota. Minneapolis hosted the 10th Republican National Convention in 1892, where Republicans nominated Benjamin Harrison. This time around, for the 39th national convention, Minnesota is home to many rising stars in the party, including Governor Pawlenty and Senator Coleman.
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Day 2: The Republican National Convention (Update)

Written by yd2008 on
Day 2 at the RNC should be a little more in line with the original schedule. President Bush is expected to speak tonight via satellite with the crowd as well as other scheduled speakers. Former Tennessee Senator Fred Thompson and current Connecticut Senator Joe Lieberman are also scheduled to speak tonight during prime time. Day 2 schedule: President George W. Bush (via satellite) - 9:30 pm eastern First Lady Laura Bush U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman (Conn.) - 10:30 pm eastern Former U.S. Sen. Fred Thompson (Tenn.) - 10:00 pm eastern U.S. House Republican Leader John Boehner (Ohio) U.S. Sen. Norm Coleman (Minn.) U.S. Rep. ... Read Full Story

John McCain and Sarah Palin fear Rally for the Republic - they use Hurricane Gustav to “Save Face” from Ron Paul

Written by chuckypita on
McCain and Palin running ticket Why is John McCain teetering away from the Republican National Convention? What is he afraid of? Is he worried that the Rally for the Republic will draw more support? Is he fearful that the delegates would not actually vote for him? Hurricane Gustav is not near as strong as Hurricane Katrina. The impacts on the economy will be felt, but, will it be as disastrous as Katrina? And, why should John McCain have any role in the proceedings for that community? Is he using Hurricane Gustav as a slight of hand to American voters? Ron Paul 5 Ron Paul ... Read Full Story

RNC Day 1: Gustav helps, and hurts, Senator John McCain

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News Correspondent Richard Lui The Republican National Convention’s first day of activities were drastically truncated. Senator John McCain addressed reporters on Sunday, telling the nation: it would be unconscionable to continue with an event with hats and celebrations as the country dealt with a Category 2 hurricane bearing down on the Gulf Coast. Laura Bush and Cindy McCain stood in for their husbands at the RNC. McCain did not want partisan politicking to go on. Instead, he said he wanted to focus on acting as Americans, not Republicans or Democrats. McCain made the decision in light of criticisms that were aimed at the Bush ... Read Full Story

Kean on the Courage of Lieberman

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By Matt Rooney | September 3, 2008 "He's going to be punished by the Democratic Party and he knows it. But he wants to do it because he thinks he's the best candidate for president." - Former New Jersey Gov. Thomas Kean , commenting on Joe Leiberman's speech to the Republican National Convention (RNC). Senate Democrats have threatened to revoke Leiberman's committee chairmanship for addressing the RNC. Read Full Story

McCain's VP In Bikini Photo Hoax

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Alaska Governor Sarah Palin has kicked up a media firestorm since John McCain announced she would be his vice presidential running mate. Many people have also been searching the Internet for sexy photos of Sarah Palin. It was thought they had hit pay dirt when saucy photos of Palin toting a gun wearing a star-spangled bikini were uncovered. However, these photos have since been proven fake. We did however manage to see the real face behind the fake photo's of Sarah Palin which appear to be more shocking than the fake ones? Read Full Story
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Top Obama Bundler Who Stormed Stage During Sarah Palin’s RNC Speech Admits...
Top Obama Bundler Who Stormed Stage During Sarah Palin’s RNC Speech Admits Meeting With Taliban November 17, 2009 Jim Hoft One of Barack Obama’s top 500 bundlers who raised nearly $100,000 for the Democratic nominee rushed the stage during Sarah Palin’s speech at the Xcel Center during the Republican Convention. The Secret Service dragged her away. Democratic mega-donor Jodie Evans was nearly on the stage when the Secret Service stopped her...  
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Sarah Palin Chosen for VP

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Born: Feb. 11, 1964 (age 44); Sandpoint, Idaho
Spouse: Todd Palin
Current Residence: Wasilla, Alaska
Religion: Christian (Assemblies of God)
College: University of Idaho
Credentials: Governor of Alaska 2006 - present

The Good
  • Incredibly popular, she won the governorship of Alaska without the support of the Republican party.
  • Resurrects John McCain's maverick image by being tough on Republicans such as Ted Stevens.
  • True fiscal conservative who has gone the extra mile in reducing spending.

The Bad
  • Staunchly conservative on social issues, her strict stance against abortion and gay marriage will rally the base, but could alienate moderate voters.
  • Untested on the national stage, this presidential race will be a trial by fire for the young governor.
  • The 'Troopergate' Scandal could end her career and drag McCain down with it.
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McCain's VP Short List, Those who didn't make it!
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Mitt Romney
+ Fiscal credentials prove McCain is serious about the economy
— Seen as ultimate rich white male politician





Bobby Jindal
+ Brings racial diversity to Republican party
— Youth, lack of experience make him an easy target




Tim Pawlenty
+ Working class hero who loves to rock
— Some blame his tIght fiscal policies for a major Twin Cities bridge collapse



Tom Ridge
+ Never lost an election for public office
— Tainted by association with Bush administration




Charlie Crist
+ "Chaingang Charlie" is tough on crime
— Those darn gay rumors


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