Tag Archives: Democratic convention

FactChecking Obama

Posted on August 29, 2008

Summary We checked the accuracy of Obama’s speech accepting the Democratic nomination, and noted the following: Obama said he could “pay for every dime” of his spending and tax cut proposals “by closing corporate loopholes and tax havens.” That’s wrong – his proposed tax increases on upper-income individuals are key …
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Seating Florida’s and Michigan’s Delegates

Posted on May 20, 2008 , Updated on May 21, 2008, June 2, 2008

Q: What’s going on with Florida’s and Michigan’s delegates to the Democratic convention? A: The DNC rules committee will meet May 31 to come up with a solution to seating the delegates.

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Democratic Superdelegates

Posted on February 12, 2008

Q: Who are the superdelegates and can they change their votes once they are "committed"? A: Democratic "superdelegates" may vote as they see fit.

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