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Daily Archives: August 29th, 2008

Happy Birthday, John McCain

29-Aug-08

John McCain is 72 today.
He celebrated by announcing his selection for a running mate to complete the Republican ticket. The person he chose will become the Vice President of the United States, a heartbeat away from the Presidency, if the Republicans win in November.
John McCain’s running mate is Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. This is an [...]

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America’s Promise

29-Aug-08

Barack Obama’s acceptance speech in Denver, August 28, 2008. Because it is an historic speech, one that will be read for years to come. Because words are important.
But in case you think I’m biased, here’s what Pat Buchanan thought about it: “It was a genuinely outstanding speech. It was magnificent. I saw Cuomo’s speech, I [...]

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