Election 2008

Get to know the contenders in the 2008 Presidential election with candidate interviews and issue briefs. Plus, try our Grade the Candidates tool, see photos of the candidates, and take quizzes about past Presidents.

The Facebook Election

With their voices and votes, the under-30s are changing U.S. Their knack for pairing technology with activism is only one way Millenials differ their baby boomer and me generation parents. But they're not easy to typecast, as an exclusive Reader's Digest poll reveals.


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Best Win for Democracy

New Best Win for Democracy

Americans are experiencing a newfound enthusiasm for politics.

Words From a Wise Man, Melvin Laird

Words From a Wise Man, Melvin Laird

Former Defense Secretary Melvin Laird talks about his long career, war, and the chances for peace -- especially between Republicans and Democrats.

Best Patriotic Pitch

New Best Patriotic Pitch

One woman tries to restore the nation's respect for our country's National Anthem and what it stands for.

The Facebook Election

Must Read The Facebook Election

With their voices and votes, the under-30s are galvanizing politics. But they're not easy to typecast, as an exclusive RD poll reveals.


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Quotable Quote

“ We spend the first 12 months of our children's lives teaching them to walk and talk, and the next 12 years telling them to sit down and shut up. ”

— Phyllis Diller

Which of these issues will most influence your candidate selection this election year?


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