Why do we need to hear about every step '08 candidates take?
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Agreed.\n\nWe follow Presidential candidates for the same reason we follow the daily lives of celebrities.\n\nOnly people who don't follow the every movement of these 2 groups of people know the reason why the other people who do follow them.\n\nEver watch Access Hollywood?
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actually he doesnt always require them prewritten...he has been taking impromptu questions and speaking candidly in some town hall meeting formats but like the other answers here i would say to prepare the best answer possible to give out the most information
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As an average person, this rule reads to me that "shall \nCONTACT EACH" means to contact the organizations individually.\n\nIf the requirement was only to "solicit the public" perhaps the published notice may have sufficed.\n\nBut since the instructions are to "contact each" organization and "solicit" nominations "FROM THESE organizations" this implies that those organizations mentioned should be contacted by the secretary -- instead of merely soliciting the public in general -- for the specific purpose of requesting nominations from them.\n\nIt seems quite clear that the secretary failed (1) to contact each organization if any group reported not being contacted and (2) to solicit nominations from these organizations if any reported not being asked.  \n\nI would recommend that each organization that was not contacted or solicited write a letter stating this neglect of written requirements, so there is documentation in writing of these omissions.  I would ask the help of either a mediator or legal consultant to meet with the members affected to facilitate a correction or solution to the problem this caused.
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Well in NM if you're a certain woman running for the Public Regulation Commission, all you do is refuse to campaign or answer questions or questionnaires, hang up on reporters, don't develop a website, don't debate, don't tell anyone what you plan to do in this $90K/yr position, don't give any indication of what qualifications or education you have for this position that covers everything from energy rates to insurance to telecommunications- basically you stonewall everyone while your opponent, who happens to be a well-qualified Green, campaigns, talks, meets, give interviews, gets endorsed by everyone and eventually gets beaten on Nov. 7th because lazyars voters can't be bothered to fill in the little oval beyond that of straight party Dem or learn about the various lesser candidates!!!\nSo, in a nutshell, that's the American process of campaign work in the 21st century.\nYou don't even have to shake a hand or kiss a baby anymore!
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For some, it's about egos. For others, it's about serving the public interest and the opportunity to shape the world's landscape according to your own vision. Ultimately, you'd be part of history, never to be forgotten as long as America is around.\n\nSome say that's what candidates get for the "price" of paying for their campaigns.
920004
I agree -- but it seems like the only way some people can win is by bringing someone else down instead of telling me what changes THEY will make.  I admit, if another candidate did something unethical or consistently votes a certain way, I'd like to know, but I can do my own research with a lot less bias.
850446
Democrats have said what they need to say for years in order to in.  Look at the history of this election going back over a year.  Using the media they berated the administration, every republican who failed, and the war.  Then in the last 30 days they found "God," lower taxes, support for the troops and got themselves elected.
579917
Recruiters can receive hundreds of applicants for each job.  They need to screen the resumes for qualified candidates, and if a specific level of education is a requirement for the job, it is cost and time efficient to weed out those who don't meet the educational requirement first.
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A good speech may go something like\n\nI am seeking the position of vice president of this academy and will do my best to present the ideas and agenda that is needed to move this academy forward.  I will promise to do my best to work with the other leaders of the academy to work twords common goals.  I will try my absolute hardest to address the concerns of the individuals of the academy.  I seek to help lead this academy to greatness and bring honor to the academy.  I can not promise I will never falter, I can only promise to do my very best.  All I ask from you is to give me a chance by voting for me for academy vice president.  I will not let you down, and I will give my best to the academy to which I will help represent. Thank You and God Bless
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We don't vote for a new president until 2008.  We do this every four years.\n\nThis election is a mid-term election (meaning half-way through a president's term of office, each term being for two years, also limited to two terms).\n\nIn my state we are also choosing a new congressman, new governor, etc.  Also state representatives.  We have several initiatives and referendums as well.  It is pretty heated here in Colorado.\n\nI don't watch any tv, but I suspect that runs in my favour as I have to search out information for myself.  ; )
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Most Presidential candidates will begin running about a year from now, in late 2007. The party primaries will be held in the first few months of 2008, and the two major-party nominees will be known by the summer of '08.\n\nYou can vote for anyone on the ballot in a general election. For example, you can vote for the Democrat in an election whether you are registered Democrat, independent, minor party, or even Republican. The difference is that in many states, you have to register with a party to vote in its primary -- that is, you would have to register Democrat to vote in the Democratic primary for deciding which Democrat gets the party's nomination for each office.\n\nAs far as issues go, you can compare candidates' stands on issues and decide which candidate is closer to you on isses of most importance. You probably won't find a candidate who matches you exactly, but you might come close. Also keep in mind what issues will actually be affected by that candidate: for example, abortion should matter less to you in a race for a federal office, because abortion issues are most likely to be decided by state governments, to the degree that courts allow action on the issue.\n\nAlso with issues, you can sometimes vote on issues directly, regardless of what candidates want. Find out what issues are on your state's ballot, if any, and vote the way you believe. If you are not sure, talk with people who know. And if you are still not sure, it's okay to skip a vote on an issue or a candidate. No one can make an informed choice on everything.\n\nLastly, issues aren't always best addressed by laws. If you are strongly opposed to abortion, you might support candidates who oppose it, but that is unlikely to do much about the situation. You would be better off supporting organizations that deal with the underlying problems leading to abortion, so that fewer abortions are chosen. For example, you might donate money or volunteer time to a group that provides educational assistance for women. (Better-educated women will be, on average, more likely to afford children and less likely to consider abortion as a financial necessity.) Politicians often respond to a problem by just trying to pass a law against it, but that doesn't really solve most problems.\n\nIn short, vote for the candidates you prefer, and support organizations that address the issues that are important to you. Best of luck, and thanks for choosing to participate!
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Yes I do!\n\nAs an informed citizen, I believe debates are the best way to show the differences, weakenesses, and strengths of the candidates.\n\nSome debates are good, some are terrible. But overall, they are important to the process.
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WELL YOU HAVE TO HAVE A STRONG TRACK RECORD OF BEING TOUGH ON NATIONAL SECURITY, WHICH THE DEMS NEVER HAD, AND SAYING THE TRUTH ABOUT THE ECONOMY, WHICH IS BOOMING. THE DEMS DONT HAVE A CHANCE ON THAT ONE. THE DEMS WILL TELL YOU THE ECONOMY IS WEAK, WHICH WE ALL KNOW ISNT. IN 08 I BET EVERYTHING WILL BE GREAT AS TIME GOES ON, AND THE DEMS WILL SAY THEY WANT CHANGE, BUT CHANGE TO WHAT? FROM GREAT TO HORRIBLE? LMFAO!
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If they had a stellar personal record of accomplishments and were a spellbinding speaker, I suppose it's possible. \n\nWouldn't it be nice to see a candidate like that!
900643
well it depends on your candidates... just search for them in yahoo or google, and usually the first link you will see is there website... explore them and you will find a section on Issues.
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It would be better not to use a template.  You want the  candidates to stand out as individuals.  I would make sure to include how long you've known them and in what capacity.\n\nThat being said, here are some helpful websites.
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Thanks for providing her bio, she has better credentials than many whom have run for President.  I could vote for her, I would like to know even more about her and her views.   I think it would be wonderful to contrast her bio with Hillary Clinton's, there's not a doubt in my mind which would be better prepared to step into the Office of the Presidency.    Thanks.