A Triumphal Whisper for All Democrats

by Michael Bryan In ancient Rome, when a victorious general would parade triumphantly through the streets atop his chariot, displaying the booty and enemies he had captured in a successful campaign, all the citizens hailing him as "Imperator," a little slave child would perch behind him whispering continually in his ear, "You are still a … Read more

Leading Pollster: McCain Victory ‘Highly Improbable’

by Marlene H. Phillips Three weeks ago I interviewed Professor David Paleologos, political pollster and Director of Suffolk University Political Research Center in Boston. At the time, I encouraged the professor to poll my home state of Arizona, saying there were strong indications Obama might win. But he declined, saying he was focused solely on … Read more

Obama Addresses Crowd in Downpour; McCain Cancels

by Marlene H. Phillips Tuesday was a tough day to be outside in Greater Philadelphia. The rain poured and the wind howled. The weather turned so nasty that the fifth (and possibly final) game of the World Series game scheduled for the night was postponed. John McCain canceled a Tuesday morning rally at Memorial Stadium … Read more

Governor Napolitano: “I like our chances”

by Marlene H. Phillips Under a spectacular blue Arizona sky, Governor Janet Napolitano kicked off a Democratic day of action in a small park outside of Tucson. In the shadow of the Catalina Mountains, surrounded by nearly 200 volunteers decked out in Obama t-shirts and buttons, the Arizona governor said she hasn't been surprised by … Read more

Governor Napolitano: “I like our chances”

by Marlene H. Phillips Under a spectacular blue Arizona sky, Governor Janet Napolitano kicked off a Democratic day of action in a small park outside of Tucson. In the shadow of the Catalina Mountains, surrounded by nearly 200 volunteers decked out in Obama t-shirts and buttons, the Arizona governor said she hasn't been surprised by … Read more