Articles filed under U.S. President
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Illinois' Clinton supporters begin to shift toward ObamaAug 26, 2008 11:00 pm - DENVER - Following Hillary Clinton's convention speech that urged Democratic unity, most of her Illinois backers are working to close ranks and have already planned a fu...
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Duckworth to speak on veterans issues at conventionAug 26, 2008 11:00 pm - DENVER - Since losing her bid for Congress, Hoffman Estates resident Tammy Duckworth has kept in the spotlight as a spokeswoman for veterans as well as Democrats. Wednes...
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Democrats laying groundwork to capture more Congressional seatsAug 26, 2008 11:00 pm - DENVER - One of Jan Schakowsky's biggest applause lines as she addressed Illinois Democratic delegates Monday, came when she declared, "In 148 days, George Bush no longe...
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Daley, Union president strive to inspire Illinois delegationAug 26, 2008 11:00 pm - DENVER - With Gov. Rod Blagojevich set to arrive at the Democratic convention today, Chicago Mayor Richard Daley made a plea to party officials to leave their internal b...
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Mr. Obama's ironic trip to SpringfieldAug 26, 2008 11:00 pm - Sen. Obama selected Springfield to announce and present to the American people his choice for vice president. Springfield is the city with the most dysfunctional politi...
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Everyday family of Michelle ObamaAug 26, 2008 11:00 pm - After watching Michelle Obama's speak at the Democratic Convention, I was impressed by the courage and silent dignity of her father. As his multiple sclerosis worsened, ...
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Obama's promise to text messageAug 26, 2008 11:00 pm - It appears that the Obama groupies were once again duped by their rock star candidate - this time, doubly so. Instead of being the first to receive their prepaid secret...
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Dealmaking and drama lead up to Clinton speechAug 25, 2008 11:00 pm - DENVER -- While Hillary Rodham Clinton urges her supporters to heal a fractured Democratic Party by lining up behind Barack Obama, his Republican opponent is asking vote...
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Obama's 'expertise' is showmanshipAug 25, 2008 11:00 pm - What a circus, what a show! Featuring Obama the snake-oil pitchman and the three anchors from the major networks as the three stooges. The stage: a tour of the Middle Ea...
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Gentleman Biden won't fill predictable roleAug 25, 2008 11:00 pm - I saw another man dance with Joe Biden's wife, Jill. It was almost three years ago, on the terrace of the sublime Villa d'Este on the shore of Italy's stunning Lake Como...