Three weeks before the election, and days before the final debate of the presidential candidates, Republicans are growing increasingly concerned about John McCain's ability to mount a comeback, questioning his tactics and his main thrust in a White House race increasingly focused on economic turmoil. ...more

October 13, 2008

NORTH CAROLINA - Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama planned to head to Florida this week for three days of preparation for the first debate of the general election, a matchup that could reshape a tight White House race. ...more

September 21, 2008

Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton will headline her own night at the Democratic National Convention, Sen. Barack Obama's campaign announced Sunday in a nod to her strong second-place showing in the party's presidential primary. ...more

August 11, 2008

With communities in the Midwest still underwater, Democrat Barack Obama on Saturday criticized Republican John McCain for opposing federal spending on flood prevention programs and opened a new debate in the White House race. ...more

June 22, 2008

Former Republican Rep. Bob Barr launched a Libertarian Party presidential bid Monday, saying voters are hungry for an alternative to the status quo who would dramatically cut the federal government. ...more

May 13, 2008