2008
Presidential Race
2008
Presidential Race
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As the candidates for the American presidency jockey for position, seek endorsements, and ask for money, various controversies and issues arise, often unexpectedly, to trip them up and make them scramble for an explanation. Sometimes these controversies are humorous, sometimes they are serious, or even tragic. This page is a portal to pages chronicling the history of the 2008 Presidential Election as it unfolds, from the opening shots of each individual campaign, up to Election Day, November 4, 2008.
2008 Election Campaign Controversies, Events, and Issues
Fred Thompson Drops Out of the Race
Governor Tom Vilsack (D-Iowa), On November 9, 2006, Vilsack announced that he would be filing papers with the Federal Elections Commission (FEC) to run for the Presidency. On February 23, 2007, Vilsack became the first candidate to drop out of the race.
Governor of Iowa: 1999–2007
Original Analysis (Jan. 9, 2007)--Vilsack has an obvious advantage going into the Iowa caucuses, but is not well known outside of the midwest.
Updated Analysis( Feb. 24, 2007)--Vilsack saw the light, which means he realized he could not raise enough money to compete with Clinton, Obama, and Edwards, plus, outside of the midwest, he is pretty well unknown . His position as a popular politician in Iowa could stand him in good stead as the remaining candidates seek endorsements leading up to the Iowa caucuses. Vilsack is an obvious possibility as a running mate, but one question is: After the Iowa caucuses, will he have any real value as a potential vice-presidential candiate? Given that the top three candidates have primarily legislative, (Senate) experience, they may see Vilsack's successful executive (Governor) experience as a good balance for them on the November 2008 ballot.
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