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Military Recruitment Called into Question Over Promises, Methods
December 01, 2008 04:45 pm
With a low proportion of the nation\'s growing Hispanic population represented in the American military, recruiters are trying to enlist more Latino youth. Martin Terrones reports on controversial tactics surrounding the recruitment of high school students and promises of eventual citizenship for immigrant soldiers.
Stevens' Defeat Ends Long Political Career, Brings Democrats Closer to 60 Seats
November 19, 2008 12:00 am
With a stunning victory in the Alaska Senate race declared late Tuesday, Democrats took another major step toward their target of reaching a filibuster-proof majority in the Senate. Embattled Alaskan political icon Ted Stevens trailed Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich by an insurmountable tally of 3,724 votes.
Newly Elected Senators Assess Priorities en Route to Capitol Hill
November 06, 2008 06:28 pm
After Tuesday's election, a handful of newly elected U.S. senators will help reshape the Congress. Senators-elect Jim Risch, R-Idaho, Mark Udall, D-Colo., and Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore. assess their goals and what influence they will have on the 111th Congress.
Historians Answered Your Questions on Obama's Win, 2008 Campaign
November 06, 2008 05:10 pm
Sen. Barack Obama will become the country's first black leader after a campaign season that broke records and saw female candidates break new ground. Historians Richard Norton Smith and Peniel Joseph answered your questions on this historic election.
Democrat Merkley Unseats Smith in Oregon Senate Race
November 06, 2008 01:30 pm
Democratic challenger Jeff Merkley has been projected the winner of Oregon's Senate race over incumbent Republican Sen. Gordon Smith, bringing the Democrats to at least 55 seats in the Senate.
Obama Adds North Carolina to Victory Column
November 06, 2008 01:24 pm
The Associated Press declared that President-elect Obama had won North Carolina after canvassing counties and determining that there were not enough outstanding provisional ballots to close John McCain's 13,693-vote deficit.
After Landmark Victory, Challenges Begin for Obama
November 05, 2008 06:42 pm
President-elect Barack Obama rode to victory on a platform of change and unity. Columnists Mark Shields and David Brooks mull the challenges ahead for the Obama administration and reflect on his victory speech.
Obama's Win Earns Emotional Reactions, Turns Page in History
November 05, 2008 06:21 pm
The election of Democratic Sen. Barack Obama presents a new chapter in American history. After a look at how Americans across the country are reacting to the news, a panel of historians discusses the significance of the nation's first black president.
Exit Polls Indicate Key Data On Voters, Campaigns and Candidates
November 05, 2008 06:15 pm
Pollsters Amy Walter of the Hotline and Andrew Kohut of the Pew Research Center weigh exit poll data from Tuesday's election and discuss who voted for each candidate and why.
Minn., Ore., Ga., Alaska Senate Races Still Unresolved
November 05, 2008 06:08 pm
Fueled by a strong nationwide wave of support, Democrats in the Senate picked up five seats previously held by Republicans, expanding their control to at least 54 seats. But races in Minnesota, Georgia, Alaska, and Oregon have yet to be called, all involving Republican incumbents fighting to keep their seats.
Washington Gov. Gregoire Wins Re-election
November 05, 2008 05:28 pm
In a rematch of their historically close 2004 election, Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire defeated Republican Dino Rossi Tuesday night to gain a second term. With support from large numbers of voters who backed Democratic President-elect Barack Obama, Gov. Gregoire won re-election by a larger margin than expected.
World Leaders Hail Obama Win; Democrats Widen Leads in Congress
November 05, 2008 12:55 pm
A day after Democrat Barack Obama's decisive presidential win, world leaders expressed their congratulations, calling the results "historic," and laying out their hopes for resolutions of problems in their regions of the globe.
AP Calls, Then Uncalls Minnesota Senate Race for Coleman
November 05, 2008 10:29 am
Incumbent Sen. Norm Coleman, R-Minn., finished ahead of Democrat Al Franken early Wednesday in the final vote count, but his 571-vote margin falls within the state's mandatory recount law that triggers a recount any time the margin between the top two candidates is less than one-half of 1 percent.
Democrats Mark Major Gains in House, Senate
November 05, 2008 03:00 am
After winning the presidency, Democrats had even more reason to celebrate Tuesday night: major gains in both houses of Congress. In the Senate, Democrats snatched away at least five seats from the GOP, but fell short of the 60 they would have needed to win a filibuster-proof majority -- even with races in Minnesota, Oregon and Alaska too close or too early to call as of early Wednesday morning.
Obama's Victory Marks Transformative Moment in American Politics
November 05, 2008 02:29 am
On the heels of Sen. Barack Obama's speech claiming his historic win in the 2008 presidential race, which brought an epic and unprecedented campaign season to a conclusion, NewsHour analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks, historians Peniel Joseph and Richard Norton Smith and analysts Amy Walter and Stuart Rothenberg examined the race's outcome. .
Reporter's Notebook: Ray Suarez and Judy Woodruff Wrap Up Election Night
November 05, 2008 01:48 am
The campaigns of Sens. Barack Obama and John McCain have come to a close and Obama has made history, becoming the first African American president-elect.
GOP Fails to Unseat Louisiana Sen. Landrieu
November 05, 2008 01:28 am
Headed into Tuesday's election, the GOP targeted one incumbent Democratic Senator whose seat appeared vulnerable for an upset, but Louisiana Sen. Mary Landrieu has prevailed over GOP challenger John Kennedy.
Perdue Holds N.C. Governor's Mansion for the Democrats
November 05, 2008 12:13 am
Lt. Gov. Bev Perdue narrowly defeated Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory to become the first female governor of North Carolina Tuesday night.
Fueled by Huge Turnout, Obama Wins Presidency
November 04, 2008 11:55 pm
After a campaign destined to help redefine American politics, Sen. Barack Obama convincingly captured the U.S. presidency Tuesday, making him the country's first black leader.
Obama Earns a Slim Win in GOP Stronghold of Virginia
November 04, 2008 11:27 pm
Virginia has been projected for Barack Obama, the first time the state has picked a Democrat in the presidential race since 1964, according to the Associated Press and other media networks.
Reporter's Notebook: Ray Suarez and Judy Woodruff Wrap Up Election Night
November 04, 2008 11:15 pm
As the crowds at both the Democratic and Republican rallies disperse, Lee Banville, editor of the Online NewsHour, spoke to senior NewsHour correspondents Ray Suarez, who is in Arizona, and Judy Woodruff, in Chicago, to get their final thoughts.
Sen. Obama Projected to Win the Presidency
November 04, 2008 11:03 pm
Sen. Barack Obama is projected to become the 44th president of the United States, according to the Associated Press, surpassing Senate veteran John McCain and the 270 electoral votes needed to claim victory.
Obama Projected to Capture Second Vital Win in Ohio
November 04, 2008 10:20 pm
Sen. Barack Obama is projected to win Ohio, according to the Associated Press and major news networks, dealing another blow to Sen. John McCain's White House hopes.
Obama Projected to Win Iowa; McCain Claims Utah, W. Virginia
November 04, 2008 10:13 pm
Sen. Barack Obama is projected to claim victory in Iowa, and Sen. John McCain will win Utah and West Virginia according to the Associated Press. The wins were not unexpected.
Democrats Projected to Grab Another Senate Seat in N.M.
November 04, 2008 10:11 pm
New Mexico Rep. Tom Udall is projected to provide the Democrats their latest pick-up in the U.S. Senate in a drive toward a possible filibuster-proof majority of 60 seats.
Number of Battleground States Too Close to Call
November 04, 2008 09:53 pm
Important swing states Virginia, North Carolina, Indiana, Florida and Missouri remain too close to call hours after the polls closed in those areas.
McConnell Hangs on to Kentucky Senate Seat
November 04, 2008 09:51 pm
Despite a strong last-minute push from Democrats, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., was re-elected to a fifth term beating challenger Bruce Lunsford.
McCain Projected to Win Louisiana, Kansas, North Dakota
November 04, 2008 09:42 pm
Sen. John McCain -- as expected -- is projected to win Louisiana, Kansas and North Dakota, according to the Associated Press.
Obama Projected to Grab Another 5 States to McCain's 3
November 04, 2008 09:17 pm
Sen. Barack Obama is projected to win Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Rhode Island and Wisconsin, while Sen. John McCain is expected to take Alabama and Wyoming, according to the Associated Press.
Democrat Shaheen Projected to Defeat Sununu in N.H. Senate Re-match
November 04, 2008 09:12 pm
Former New Hampshire Gov. Jeanne Shaheen is projected to win the New Hampshire Senate race over Republican incumbent Sen. John Sununu in a closely watched re-match closer to a 60-seat majority.
