US Presidential Election
The Case Against the Electoral College
The Electoral College was originally designed to "even out" the vote, so larger states wouldn’t carry a presidential election. As it turns out, the system doesn’t work so well anymore, and recent elections have shown why.
Herman Cain Expected to Endorse Newt Gingrich
After suspending his run for the GOP nomination on Saturday, Herman Cain is expected to announce that he will be endorsing fellow GOP candidate Newt Gingrich for President.
The GOP Presidential Candidates
The GOP will soon have to select a nominee for the presidential election in 2012. Here is a quick guide to the top candidates, outside Mitt Romney.
Newt Gingrich Captures Major New Hampshire Endorsement
Newt Gingrich has secured the important endorsement of New Hampshire’s largest newspaper, The Union Leader.
Herman Cain’s Connection to Koch Brothers a Key to Success
Herman Cain has called himself an outsider, but some are arguing that some of his connections actually make him more of a "Beltway Insider" than many would imagine.
Herman Cain Agrees to Release His Medical Records
Herman Cain’s political campaign for the GOP nomination for president is heating up and he has agreed to release his medical records.
Herman Cain Now Leading Polls Among GOP Candidates
A recent poll weighing GOP Presidential candidates showed Herman Cain as the frontrunner, with over 27% of Republican voters polled.
Herman Cain Almost Quit Race Before Florida Straw Poll Results
Herman Cain has almost quit his presidential campaign twice, but recent events have turned him back on to the challenge.
Requirements to be a President
Do you want to run for the next Presidential elections? Then you must know what are the requirements to be a President. Scroll down to know the details.
How Does The Electoral College Work
A lot of people after the 2000 elections may have been left wondering why their candidate did not become the president. It was because of the electoral college system. Read the article to find out exactly how does the electoral college work and reasons for its formation...
Presidential Campaign Slogans
The way the presidential campaign slogans are coined can make or break the presidential candidate's chances of winning the election. Of course a very catchy slogan would not work if the candidate has not proved himself or herself. Presidential slogans are a last minute gimmick to lure and attract people to vote for a particular candidate. Scroll down for some interesting read on such slogans.
Electoral College Pros and Cons
Everything has its pros and cons, likewise, there are Electoral College pros and cons. The Electoral college has been into existence for the past 200 years although, there have been some amendments, which have been made to the law regarding the Electoral College. Scroll down further to know more about Electoral College pros and cons.
Corrupt Bargain Election of 1824
Critics believe that the corrupt bargain election of 1824 resulted in exposing the flaws inherent in the Electoral College system.
History of Exit Polls
Exit poll, a survey conducted on voters for predicting the winner in an election, was used for the first time in the 1960s. Read on to know more.
Steps in a US Presidential Election
To become the President of the US, a candidate needs to win 270 out of the 538 Electoral College votes. Read on to understand the steps involved in the US presidential elections.
Caucus Process: How Does the Iowa Caucus Work?
A simple explanation of how the Iowa caucus process operates for both the Republican and Democratic parties.
Gingrich's Campaign Starts Poorly, Looks to Get Turned Around
Newt Gingrich has gotten off to a poor start with his campaign, but those around him insist it's nothing to worry about.
Newt Gingrich Announces 2012 Presidential Bid
Newt Gingrich, who sparred famously with President Clinton in the 1990s, will run for president in 2012.
Obama Announces Official Bid for Re-Election in 2012
President Obama released a web video Monday morning that announced he would seek a second term in office in 2012.
Newt Gingrich Eyeing President Run in 2012
Newt Gingrich, former House Speaker, has noted that he is seriously considering a run at the White House in 2012.
GOP 2012 Presidential Hopefuls Start Trying Out for the Job
Newt Gingrich, Mitt Romney and others showed up in DC over the weekend to possibly kick off early campaigns for the presidency in 2012.
Grand Conspiracy Against Tim Robbins at the Voting Booth?
Tim Robbins, trying merely to cast his vote on election day, was turned away from his polling station when his name was not found on the registration rolls
Not to Be Denied, Florida Voters Line up Early to Cast Their Ballots
After voting irregularities and problems at polling stations turned Florida into a hotbed of partisan fighting in the 2000 presidential election, the Sunshine State’s citizens are leaving nothing to chance, going to polls early and getting their ballots cast for their candidate of choice.
Question of the Year: Who Will The Veeps Be?
Now that the two parties have chosen their nominees, attention turns to the next obvious question: who will they choose as their running mates?
Public Reaction to News that Nader Will Run...Again
Telling reporters that his reasons for running are "the same as last time," Ralph Nader explains why he entered the fray as an Independent candidate for President.
Is Stephen Colbert Running for President?
With tongue firmly in cheek, we think, Stephen Colbert recently announced on his television show, "The Colbert Report," that he would seek election to the U.S. Presidency.
The Election 2000 Media Circus
In the closest presidential election in nearly a century, the U.S. media has managed to stumble more times than both candidates combined.
The Electoral College was originally designed to "even out" the vote, so larger states wouldn’t carry a presidential election. As it turns out, the system doesn’t work so well anymore, and recent elections have shown why.
Herman Cain Expected to Endorse Newt Gingrich
After suspending his run for the GOP nomination on Saturday, Herman Cain is expected to announce that he will be endorsing fellow GOP candidate Newt Gingrich for President.
The GOP Presidential Candidates
The GOP will soon have to select a nominee for the presidential election in 2012. Here is a quick guide to the top candidates, outside Mitt Romney.
Newt Gingrich Captures Major New Hampshire Endorsement
Newt Gingrich has secured the important endorsement of New Hampshire’s largest newspaper, The Union Leader.
Herman Cain’s Connection to Koch Brothers a Key to Success
Herman Cain has called himself an outsider, but some are arguing that some of his connections actually make him more of a "Beltway Insider" than many would imagine.
Herman Cain Agrees to Release His Medical Records
Herman Cain’s political campaign for the GOP nomination for president is heating up and he has agreed to release his medical records.
Herman Cain Now Leading Polls Among GOP Candidates
A recent poll weighing GOP Presidential candidates showed Herman Cain as the frontrunner, with over 27% of Republican voters polled.
Herman Cain Almost Quit Race Before Florida Straw Poll Results
Herman Cain has almost quit his presidential campaign twice, but recent events have turned him back on to the challenge.
Requirements to be a President
Do you want to run for the next Presidential elections? Then you must know what are the requirements to be a President. Scroll down to know the details.
How Does The Electoral College Work
A lot of people after the 2000 elections may have been left wondering why their candidate did not become the president. It was because of the electoral college system. Read the article to find out exactly how does the electoral college work and reasons for its formation...
Presidential Campaign Slogans
The way the presidential campaign slogans are coined can make or break the presidential candidate's chances of winning the election. Of course a very catchy slogan would not work if the candidate has not proved himself or herself. Presidential slogans are a last minute gimmick to lure and attract people to vote for a particular candidate. Scroll down for some interesting read on such slogans.
Electoral College Pros and Cons
Everything has its pros and cons, likewise, there are Electoral College pros and cons. The Electoral college has been into existence for the past 200 years although, there have been some amendments, which have been made to the law regarding the Electoral College. Scroll down further to know more about Electoral College pros and cons.
Corrupt Bargain Election of 1824
Critics believe that the corrupt bargain election of 1824 resulted in exposing the flaws inherent in the Electoral College system.
History of Exit Polls
Exit poll, a survey conducted on voters for predicting the winner in an election, was used for the first time in the 1960s. Read on to know more.
Steps in a US Presidential Election
To become the President of the US, a candidate needs to win 270 out of the 538 Electoral College votes. Read on to understand the steps involved in the US presidential elections.
Caucus Process: How Does the Iowa Caucus Work?
A simple explanation of how the Iowa caucus process operates for both the Republican and Democratic parties.
Gingrich's Campaign Starts Poorly, Looks to Get Turned Around
Newt Gingrich has gotten off to a poor start with his campaign, but those around him insist it's nothing to worry about.
Newt Gingrich Announces 2012 Presidential Bid
Newt Gingrich, who sparred famously with President Clinton in the 1990s, will run for president in 2012.
Obama Announces Official Bid for Re-Election in 2012
President Obama released a web video Monday morning that announced he would seek a second term in office in 2012.
Newt Gingrich Eyeing President Run in 2012
Newt Gingrich, former House Speaker, has noted that he is seriously considering a run at the White House in 2012.
GOP 2012 Presidential Hopefuls Start Trying Out for the Job
Newt Gingrich, Mitt Romney and others showed up in DC over the weekend to possibly kick off early campaigns for the presidency in 2012.
Grand Conspiracy Against Tim Robbins at the Voting Booth?
Tim Robbins, trying merely to cast his vote on election day, was turned away from his polling station when his name was not found on the registration rolls
Not to Be Denied, Florida Voters Line up Early to Cast Their Ballots
After voting irregularities and problems at polling stations turned Florida into a hotbed of partisan fighting in the 2000 presidential election, the Sunshine State’s citizens are leaving nothing to chance, going to polls early and getting their ballots cast for their candidate of choice.
Question of the Year: Who Will The Veeps Be?
Now that the two parties have chosen their nominees, attention turns to the next obvious question: who will they choose as their running mates?
Public Reaction to News that Nader Will Run...Again
Telling reporters that his reasons for running are "the same as last time," Ralph Nader explains why he entered the fray as an Independent candidate for President.
Is Stephen Colbert Running for President?
With tongue firmly in cheek, we think, Stephen Colbert recently announced on his television show, "The Colbert Report," that he would seek election to the U.S. Presidency.
The Election 2000 Media Circus
In the closest presidential election in nearly a century, the U.S. media has managed to stumble more times than both candidates combined.