Winter's Picks

A Little 'Q and A' On Political Conventions

politicalWinters — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:31:06 -0400

Lots of tidbidts here relating to the national conventions, including the first female presidential nominee, first black vice presidential nominee and other items of interest.

Dem VIPs Getting Nervous About the "Temple of One"

politicalWinters — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 10:41:02 -0400

The Greek Temple theme upon which Barack Obama will give his acceptance speech is beginning to make some leading Democrats a little nervous.

The whole rock star/celebrity stereotype Obama has tried to downplay won't be helped by the venue at Invesco Field.

Hanging Out With The Press

politicalWinters — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 09:48:40 -0400

There's roughly 15,000 journalists in Denver right now, covering the Democratic National Convention.

And with that many - from bloggers to print reporters to TV anchors to talking heads to whatever - there's actually less breaking news.

After Biden Pick, What's McCain To Do?

politicalWinters — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:11:47 -0400

Overall, pundits see the selection of Joe Biden as Barack Obama's running mate as a perfect choice. Biden brings years of exerience and is considered an expert on foreign affairs, two areas sorely lacking in Obama's resume.

Romney Crashes the Party

politicalWinters — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:31:10 -0400

It's supposed to be the Democratic National Convention, but that hasn't stopped Repubicans, including former presidential candidate Mitt Romney, from crashing the party.