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While Senator John McCain is the presumptive winner of the Republican Party, the citizens of Austin in particular and Texas in general, may have the opportunity to cast a deciding vote which can launch Senator Barack Obama to victory, or give Senator Hillary Clinton the momentum she needs to continue this campaign.
Since Texas has a “prima-caucus,” that is, a primary followed by a caucus, Barack Obama may be able to declare more delegates. At the very least, while Senator Clinton may receive more popular votes, it seems that a caucus win is in the cards for Senator Obama.
Election 08 has become history in the making. For the first time, a woman and an African-American are running for the top prize. What will happen? No one knows for sure. The one thing we do know, however, is that more and more young people are voting for the first time; getting involved in the process; and coming together to support their candidate of choice.
As the Denver Convention draws closer and closer, things will inevitably change day by day. The one component that will not change is Election 08 has brought a nation together in a common purpose – electing a candidate worthy to become the next President of the United States.
If you are interested in reading more about the candidates and their issues, as well as keeping abreast of the day to day news following each campaign, here are the websites of the two candidates who are running for President.
HERE IS AN UPDATE For the first time, a major US party has nominated a black American for President. This is a milestone whose significance cannot be overestimated, regardless of the result on 4 November.
For all the injustices and divisions that persist in American society, it speaks only well of the United States and the Democratic Party.
Election 2008 is History in the making -- Get Involved!
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