Jones to succeed Wilder as mayor, but votes remain uncounted
Dwight Clinton Jones will be the city of Richmond’s next mayor after carrying five districts and defeating three other candidates vying for the office.
Students watch as Obama becomes the next U.S. president
More than 150 elated students in the Tyler Haynes Commons embraced, shouted and cried at 11 p.m. EST when television networks announced that Barack Obama would be the next U.S. president.
Photo Gallery: Nov. 4, 2008
In the final days of the 2008 Election, both political parties stormed in and around Richmond trying to muster up support before Tuesday’s contest.
Cautious optimism turns to jubilation during Va. Dems’ party when Obama wins
Toad’s Place’s dimly lit bar and concert hall were packed with 700 people of all races, ages and genders, congregating to watch the candidates cross the electoral finish line.
As results favor Dems, a somber mood at GOP election party
On a night that seemed ominous for conservatives across the country, the tone of Republican election party in Richmond was focused on the few bright victories in the state and looked ahead to potential triumphs in the future.
Live-Blog: 2008 presidential election screening in the Tyler Haynes Commons
The Collegian’s coverage of the 2008 presidential election viewing in the Tyler Haynes Commons.
UR students vote in record numbers at local polls
At 5:45 a.m., a line more than a block-and-a-half long snaked out of the Westhampton Baptist Church voting precinct where 2,200 voters were registered.
On election’s eve, 85,000 in Va. at Obama’s final campaign rally
MANASSAS, Va. — Nearly 22 months of ongoing campaigning ended for Barack Obama Monday night at the Prince William County Fairgrounds, where he made his final campaign stop before Election Day in a county now hotly contested between Democrats and Republicans.
Democratic Va. representatives endorse Obama, Warner at VCU
Virginia Democratic representatives spoke in the theater at VCU’s Student Commons to encourage voter turnout and to endorse Mark Warner and Barack Obama.
Collegian survey shows political divide on campus
The volatile and troubled U.S. economy is the most important issue in University of Richmond students’ choice for president, but they are divided on whom they can trust more to handle it. Still, nearly 40 percent here say their understanding of the financial crisis is “not clear,” according to a recent survey by The Collegian.
Virginia’s Next Senator: Republican Jim Gilmore or Democrat Mark Warner
Vital facts about Virginia’s U.S. Senate candidates, Republican Jim Gilmore III and Democrat Mark Warner.
Election Question: If you could write in a candidate, who would it be?
If you could write in a candidate for president in the 2008 election, who would it be?
Caught In Decision: Personal facts about John McCain and Barack Obama
Personal facts about Republican presidential nominee John McCain and Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama.
The candidates for Richmond mayor
A summary of the five candidates running to succeed L. Douglas Wilder for mayor of Richmond.
On the Issues: Barack Obama and John McCain
A glance at the policy positions of each major presidential candidate, including the economy, Iraq, abortion, the environment, health care, immigration and education.
What to look for on Election Night
On election night, Nov. 4, we will have the answers to several key questions that have emerged during the course of this campaign. Here are a few things to look for.
Thoughts from a conservative
I don’t have any inseparable allegiance to any political party, but I am a conservative. I believe in limited government, personal responsibility, and capitalism. This election cycle has presented some interesting choices, so for what little it’s worth, here are my thoughts on the choice before us.
A time for change
Obama’s plan is the more progressive and forward looking one — albeit ambitious. But since when has ambition and hope become negative things? It is hope, ambition and the search for new frontiers that has made this country the greatest nation on Earth.
Election News Briefs
Employees will have more time to vote on Nov. 4 and future elections thanks to a new Voting Leave policy. Meanwhile, the Virginia State Board of Elections Web site’s homepage will undergo changes on Nov. 4 to assist voters and election officials in viewing results and other important information about the election.
What’s on the ballot in Richmond, and where you can vote
A list of candidates on the ballot in Richmond and polling locations.
Staff Editorial: ‘The time to practice your impact is now’
This election is about “change.” But during the 2008 presidential campaign this word has lost its impact. We on the University of Richmond campus have to find faith once again in “change” by voting on Nov. 4.
• What’s on the ballot in Richmond, and where you can vote
• The candidates for Richmond mayor
• Election news briefs
Dave Matthews, Tim Reynolds stump for Obama with free show
Never one to shy away from publicly supporting a presidential candidate, and Dave Matthews stumped in Richmond on Sunday in a way only he could pull off.
Howard Dean’s ex-campaign manager says Internet will change next presidency
The next U.S. president will be connected to millions of Americans for the first time because of the Internet, creating the most powerful presidency in history, Democratic strategist Joe Trippi said in an open forum in the Jepson School of Leadership Studies on Thursday.
Jewish voters called to drop Republican support, back Obama
A two-time U.S. ambassador to Israel and former Clinton administration adviser strongly encouraged members of Richmond’s Jewish community on Thursday to support Sen. Barack Obama for president — an endorsement that goes against long-established Jewish support for Republican candidates.
Obama energizes 13,000 supporters in downtown Richmond
Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama told a crowd of 13,000 people at the Richmond Coliseum not to be “hoodwinked” by the economic policies of John McCain, whose proposals he said would be a continuation of the Bush administration.
McCain rallies crowd of thousands in northern Virginia
WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Republican presidential candidate John McCain rallied supporters in Virginia on Saturday in a state that polls suggest is slipping out of 44 years of his party’s control.
For UR students, mayor’s race is that other election to remember
The 2008 presidential race isn’t the only Nov. 4 election students registered to vote in Richmond will help decide. They’ll also be voting for the city’s new mayor under a new voting system.
Live-Blog: Final Presidential Debate screening in the Brown-Alley Room
Live Blog: The Collegian’s coverage of the final presidential debate on Oct. 15.
Palin rallies 25,000 at Richmond International Raceway
Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin drew a crowd of 25,000 people on Monday at the Richmond International Racetrack, where she attacked Sen. Barack Obama’s approach to the economy and presented Republicans as the more patriotic of the two parties.
Former President Clinton addresses Obama supporters at VCU
Former President Bill Clinton told a large crowd at Virginia Commonwealth University Sunday night that during the last eight years, America has seen the largest increase in economic inequality since the 1920s.
Video: Student reactions to the vice presidential debate
University of Richmond student reactions from the 2008 vice presidential debate held at Washington University in St. Louis on Oct. 2. The Center for Civic Engagement held a watch party, where more than 100 students attended.
Live-Blog: Vice Presidential Debate screening in the Whitehurst Living Room
LIVE BLOG: The Collegian’s coverage of the vice presidential debate screenings at the University of Richmond on Oct. 2. Includes video.
• The Collegian’s Presidential Election Survey, conducted Sept. 26-30
• VIDEO: Student reactions to the vice presidential debate
Collegian to live-blog VP debate with reaction, live-commenting from students
Several Collegian staff members and politically involved students will be commentating and blogging live throughout the vice presidential debate Thursday night.
LIVE BLOG: Madeleine Albright at University of Richmond
LIVE BLOG: The Collegian’s coverage of Madeleine Albright’s appearance at the University of Richmond on Sept. 20.
Madeleine Albright campaigning for Obama at university Saturday
Former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright will discuss Barack Obama’s foreign policy plans at the University of Richmond Saturday. Collegian staff writers will be blogging live at the event for the Web site.
Celebrities encourage voter registration at Richmond, campaign for Obama downtown
Celebrities Tatiana Ali, Marlon Wayans and Jurnee Smollett spoke to a University of Richmond Justice and Civil Society class taught by professor Karen Zivi to stress the importance of citizenship and voting. The stars later encouraged a group of young people to “Vote for Change” at a democratic rally downtown at the Hyperlink Café.
Students listen as McCain pushes GOP away in acceptance speech
Students gathered in the Tyler Haynes Commons Thursday night to watch John McCain accept his party’s nomination for president at the Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minn.
Students gather to watch Obama’s historic acceptance speech
University of Richmond students gathered in the Commons to watch Illinois Sen. Barack Obama accept the Democratic Party’s nomination Thursday night.
Warner says Obama ready to lead nation in race for future
Former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner delivered the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention Tuesday, saying the United States was engaged in a “race for the future” that it could not lose.
Obama and V.P. contender Kaine campaign in Richmond
Obama campaigned in Chester today as part of his two-day tour of Virginia along with Gov. Timothy M. Kaine, a person widely considered to be on Obama’s short list for vice presidential running mates.
On November 4th, we will face a choice for our next president: two patriots running for the highest office in land because they believe that America’s better days are yet to come. It is a clear and distinct choice: a senior Senator from Arizona who has served this nation heroically in uniform, but who is [...]
On election night, Nov. 4, we will have the answers to several key questions that have emerged during the course of this campaign. Here are a few things to look for.
I don’t have any inseparable allegiance to any political party, but I am a conservative. I believe in limited government, personal responsibility, and capitalism. This election cycle has presented some interesting choices, so for what little it’s worth, here are my thoughts on the choice before us.
Obama’s plan is the more progressive and forward looking one — albeit ambitious. But since when has ambition and hope become negative things? It is hope, ambition and the search for new frontiers that has made this country the greatest nation on Earth.
In 1982, Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley was poised to become the first African-American governor in history, leading his rival by 9 points or higher by some estimates. Come election day, he lost the race
What we have seen in the past several weeks has shown us that Sen. Obama — and not John McCain — is the more calm and collected, more mature and intellectual, and the more trustworthy and reliable candidate.
A critique of the failed economic policies of Ronald Reagan and the Republican party, and how politically charged ideologies don’t mix with Wall Street. Also: why is race all of a sudden becoming a major talking point in the McCain campaign?
Last night’s town hall-style debate was yet another win for the Senator from Illinois, viewers across the country say.
While none of the presidential candidates, John McCain and Barack Obama, delivered the KO, the first Presidential Debate did sharpen the contrast between the two and gave Obama an edge on not just the economy, but also foreign policy and national security — considered by many to be John McCain’s strong points.
I must admit that I am impressed with Obama. He came to play and was able to take McCain toe to toe on some key foreign policy issues. McCain, on the other hand, clearly was able to use more precise language and details when explaining his positions.
A comparison of Barack Obama’s and John McCain’s Economic visions in the midst of an economic downturn. Which candidate has the better solution for the economy?
Albert Einstein, one of the greatest geniuses in the history of mankind once said, “great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.” Enough said.
Although historically Democrats are favored during tough economic times, Obama’s economic plans are nothing but reckless in the wake of economic downturn. McCain focuses on precautionary tactics and measured tax cuts.
This morning on ABC’s “Good Morning America,” Sen. Joe Biden said, “We want to take money and put it back in the pocket of middle-class people.” Addressing America’s wealthy, he lectured, “It’s time to be patriotic.” That’s socialism, Joe; not patriotism.
There is no question that during his lifetime John McCain has put his country first. He has made this the central theme of his campaign. But in the past two weeks I’m wondering if John McCain has “lost his bearings” a little.
John McCain’s campaign released a new web ad accusing Democratic Presidential Nominee, Senator Obama, of referring to the Republican VP Nominee, Sarah Palin, when he said: “You can put lipstick on a pig, it’s still a pig.”
Come on McCain! With so many better things to attack Obama on, you choose his comment about lipstick on a pig? Drop the puerile political games. I think you’re trying a little too hard, and nobody’s buying your tomfoolery.
Both candidates claim they will bring change, but whoever wins, I’m worried they won’t be able to govern the country.
While not the most coveted voting bloc, the Youth Vote could tilt the balance in the state that has not voted for a Democratic presidential candidate since LBJ in 1964.
Party conventions are held in order to energize and unify the party and frame the issues for the general election campaign. So, it is not surprising that both major party candidates have repositioned their messages to strengthen their case with voters.
Sarah Palin is a great choice for VP and we ought to be celebrating her historic ascension in American politics rather than questioning whether she will have time to be a mom.
The media’s intense scrutiny of the pregnancy of 17-year-old Bristol Palin, daughter of Republican vice presidential nominee Gov. Sarah Palin, is uncalled for.
The media have been obsessed with the issue of candidate experience since John McCain selected Sarah Palin as his running mate.
An economy in recession, a housing market in crisis, and a war on two fronts require better than partisan politics and unilateralism on the world stage.
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Nov. 20, 2008
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