Archive for 'Issues'
At Last!
Oftentimes here at Election Stocks, we’ve brought you a view very supportive on free trade economics. We’ve used this view to support our idea that economics experts like Barack Obama understand the paradox in putting in tariffs to protect the lower classes. At last, I have found an article by a bonafide economist that supports […]
Posted: May 22nd, 2008 under Trade Policy, Monetary Policy, Issues.
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McCain and Global Warming
McCain in not a Dubya clone when it come to his current views on global warming. He says that the US should adopt mandatory curbs on greenhouse emissions, and spur technological innovation in the field.
“The facts of global warming demand our urgent attention, especially in Washington,” he said, speaking at a Portland training facility […]
Posted: May 15th, 2008 under McCain, Issues, Environmental Issues.
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40 Years Ago
Hillary. Obama. McCain. What would Dr. King think today? Is this some of what he saw on that mountaintop?
Posted: April 4th, 2008 under Issues, Leadership.
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Voters and Economic Consequences
Harvard professor Daniel Rodrik discusses the relationship between which party wins the Presidential election and the economic consequences for voters. He cites this graph and suggests careful study:
Rodrik analyzes as follows, but readers should check out the entire article:
It comes from Princeton political scientist Larry Bartels’ new book, soon to be released. What it […]
Posted: April 1st, 2008 under Issues, Election Process, Economy.
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Obama’s Economics
All of us CNBC watchers were lucky enough to see clips from an in depth interview with Barack Obama on his detailed economic plan. The entire interview can be found here (part 1) and here (part 2), but here are some key notes from the speech.
His plan for restoring the economy:
- Modernize financial regulatory system
- […]
Posted: March 27th, 2008 under Obama, Healthcare, Mortgage Issue, Issues, Finance Reform, Tax Policy.
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Ron Paul Is Still Around
Yes, he said the “victory [for him] in the conventional sense is not available,” but he is not going away. He has refused to drop out and endorse McCain. Instead he says that all Republicans should have
“the right to vote for someone that stands for traditional Republican principles.” And he’s got […]
Posted: March 26th, 2008 under McCain, Campaign Strategy, Ron Paul, Issues.
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Another 3 A.M. Phone Call
Saturday Night Live shows a 3 a.m. call from President Obama to Senator Clinton. Dig Hillary’s rollers!
Posted: March 10th, 2008 under Clinton, Obama, Issues.
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New Hampshire Exit Polls
47%, nearly a majority, of New Hampshire women voted for Hillary Clinton. Her voting base consisted mainly of her own party, with 45% of her votes coming from registered Democrats. 41% of Obama’s support came from the Independents, slightly more than McCain’s 39%.
McCain owes his victory largely to the strong Independent support; he finished […]
Posted: January 9th, 2008 under Issues, Election Process, Primary.
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Trying To Sort Out Some Issues?
The Caucus, a NYT political blog, showcases a new online tool for you to find positions and views of the candidates, and find yourself a good match: Glassbooth.org.
Ian Manheimer, the director and founder of Glassbooth, described the site as an “innovative and cool way to empower people with information.”
And educate you along the way.
Posted: November 15th, 2007 under Issues, Election Process.
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Your Slip Is Showing
That used to be one of the ultimate fashion faux pas. Romney’s slip during a S. C. Chamber of Commerce meeting:
“Actually, just look at what Osam — Barack Obama — said just yesterday. Barack Obama, calling on radicals, jihadists of all different types, to come together in Iraq. That is the battlefield,” Romney said, […]
Posted: October 23rd, 2007 under Obama, Romney, Campaign Strategy, Iraq, Issues.
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