Pages tagged “obama”
Op/Ed: Immigration Matters: The Experts Weigh In on the Election and Beyond:
“When immigration is part of the political debate, as it has been the past few years, it becomes a test by which Latinos gauge how politicians and parties regard us. It’s a civil rights issue as much as a debate about policy to Latinos. Stirring up anti-immigrant rhetoric does not work, but it has energized one group – Latinos,“ added Murguia. “Latinos made their voices heard in this election and played a decisive role, especially in the four states of Colorado, Florida, New Mexico, and Nevada.” Read in Full >>
The Glover Report: Checkmate and Back on the Map:
Today, a man we could also classify as mulatto is on the verge of stepping into history … and the White House. And with yesterday’s cosmic endorsement from retired General Colin Powell, Senator Barack Obama has all but sealed victory come November 4, 2008. Likened by pundits to Cicero, Obama gets it. Undeniably American, I think he is the realization of the hopes and dreams of countless freedom fighters like Attucks. As noted by right-winger Armstrong Williams, the hand of God is upon him. Read in Full >>
Op/Ed: Civility: People Wanted:
If you have heard me on Doni’s show on WOLB (1010AM) over the past couple of weeks, I have made no bones about who my pick for president is (Sen. John McCain.) However, to be quite honest, I am disappointed in both sides when it comes to the supporters. Read in Full >>
The Glover Report: Turning Point:
During a recent visit, historian Jean Green took members of our BMORENEWS.com team on a tour of Gettysburg. These are my thoughts: How fitting it is, just a week from the first presidential debate of 2008 between Republican John McCain and Democrat Barack Obama, to take a brief pause and reflect on how this nation came to be and the progress made during its evolution. Read in Full >>
MD Democratic Party Update: Maryland Democrats Complete Convention Delegation:
The Maryland Democratic State Central Committee this morning put the final stamp of approval on the list of 99 delegates and 12 alternates who will attend the Democratic National Convention in Denver, Colorado on August 25th. All of Maryland’s delegates to the Democratic National Convention have now been named. Today, 24 pledged “add-on” delegates were allocated to each presidential candidate in proportion to the statewide primary vote. Sen. Hillary Clinton received 9 “add-ons” and Sen. Barack Obama received 15. The Maryland Democratic State Central Committee voted overwhelmingly for the delegates approved by each presidential candidate’s campaign. Read in Full >>
