Voter Registration Deadline FridayNorth Carolina's voter registration deadline is Friday. WFDD's Bradley George reports. The North Carolina Board of Elections website is http://www.sboe.state.nc.us  listen (mp3) | NBC Luke Russert visits Wake Forest UnviersityNBC is plugging into the opinions of the nation's youngest voters.
And helping them is NBC Youth Correspondent Luke Russert...the son of the late NBC political journalist Tim Russert. He moderated "Meet the Press" for more than 16 years.
Since August....22-year-old Russert and a cameraman have traveled the country chronically the Presidential and Vice Presidential campaigns through the eyes of young voters.
Last night Russsert visited Wake Forest University and watched the second Presidential debate with communication and debate students.
NBC Youth Correspondent Luke Russert. He'll attend the final Presidential debate at Hofstra University in Hempstead New York.
WFDD'S Kathryn Mobley was there and asked him what concerns young voters.
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Voter Registration in the TriadNorth Carolina's voter registration deadline is this Friday. WFDD's Bradley George takes a look at new voter numbers in Forsyth and Guilford counties.
listen (mp3) | Urban LegendWorried about your Election Day wardrobe? WFDD's Jeff Tiberii says there is no need. listen (mp3) |
Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama comes to GSODemocratic Presidential candidate Senator Barack Obama and running mate Senator Joe Biden continue campaigning in key states this week--as they push toward the general elections on November 4th.
This weekend, they led a rally in the Triad promising to turn North Carolina a traditionally red state...blue.
WFDD's Julie Goyette was there and has more.
Republicans have won the state of North Carolina in each of the past seven Presidential elections. GOP candidate John McCain last visited our state in May during the primary season.
His running mate Alaska Governor Sarah Palin hasn't yet been to North Carolina.
listen (mp3) | WFU students blog 1st. Presidential DebateFriday night, Barack Obama and John McCain were in Oxford, Mississippi for the first of three presidential debates. Many who watched on television reacted out loud as the debate unfolded, but one group of Wake Forest University students expressed themselves online. W-F-D-D's Bradley George explains.
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Future NC voters speak outThis weekend, Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama and running mate Senator Joe Biden led a rally at Greensboro's Depot on Washington Street. WFDD'S Kathryn Mobley was there. She met some voters-in-training and heard their concerns. The first individual has several health problems but was determined to get a close up look at the Democratic candidates. Greensboro police estimate twenty thousand people attended Saturday's outdoor rally at the Depot.
listen (mp3) | Michelle Obama in GreensboroThe Democratic Party is sending a strong message to North Carolina's female voters--
We need your support.
And today, Michelle Obama carried this message during a Greensboro rally.
WFDD's Kathryn Mobley was there and has more.
Before coming to Greensboro, Mrs. Obama spoke at a women's economic roundtable in Charlotte.
Also Democratic candidate for the U-S Senate Kay Hagan spoke the Greensboro rally.
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McCain's Official AcceptanceIn Winston-Salem, one group of young republican women say they have a renewed purpose.
WFDD's LeShea Agnew attended their watch party and files this report.
listen (mp3) | Young Republicans React to Historic ElectionThe Republican National Convention draws to a close tonight in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Republican students at college campuses around the Triad are excited for their presidential ticket, especially the selection of Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as John McCain's running mate. W-F-D-D's LeShea Agnew and Bradley George spoke with several of these young Republicans. listen (mp3) |
Elon Republican Talks About ElectionAs the Republican National Convention continues in Saint Paul, Minnesota, young GOP activists bring their party's message to college campuses around the country. WFDD recently spoke with a conservative student at Elon University. Amanda Prevette says John McCain was not her first choice for her party's nomination. She preferred California Congressman Duncan Hunter, who dropped out of the race in January. listen (mp3) | WFU Dr. Jack Fleer comments on having more women in national political positionsThere's a new excitement swirling around the Republican Party since Senator John McCain tapped a woman as his Vice President nominee.
Friday--Alaska Governor Sarah Palin became McCain's running mate.
WFDD's Kathryn Mobley recently spoke with political analyst Dr. Jack Fleer about the potential impact Governor Palin may have on North Carolina's voters.
Dr. Jack Fleer has closely studied the development of the Republican Party in North Carolina for more than 40-years. listen (mp3) |
NC GOP delegate comments on Gov. Sarah Palin as party's VP pick (part 2)Triad Republican delegate Vernon Robinson is in Minneapolis-St. Paul this week for the GOP National Convention.
He says there's a new excitement in the party since Governor Sarah Palin has joined as the party's Vice President nominee.
This is Vernon Robinson's 5th National Convention. listen (mp3) | NC GOP delegate comments on Gov. Sarah Palin as party's VP pick (part 1)A new energy appears to be surging through the Republican Party. Triad delegate Nancy Wells is in Minneapolis-St. Paul for the GOP National Convention. She says the new spark is connected with the party's vice president moninee...Gov. Sarah Palin.
Nancy Wells is her party's secretary in Greensboro's 12th District. This is her fourth national convention. listen (mp3) |
Obama AcceptsThe Democratic National Convention in Denver may have wrapped up last night but local supporters say this is just the beginning.
WFDD's LeShea Agnew attended a community gathering celebrating both the party's convention finale and Barack Obama's official acceptance of the Democratic nomination.
listen (mp3) | The Color of CarolinaThis week the Democratic National Convention is taking place in Denver, Colorado. Next week the republicans hold their event in St. Paul, Minnesota. And this November 4th North Carolina voters (that's you!) head to the polls. If history is any indication the Tar Heel State is likely to turn red. Right? WFDD's Jeff Tiberii reports
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Making Every Vote CountWith the presidential election around the corner, candidates Barack Obama and John McCain are trying to make every vote count. But are they truly aiming their sights at every possible voter population? Some analysts say no.
WFDD's LeShea Agnew explains.
listen (mp3) | Clinton Supporter struggles to change allegianceTonight Senator Hillary Clinton will address the Democratic National Convention in Denver. And she'll promote party unity. But WFDD's Kathryn Mobley reports one Triad Clinton supporter still struggles with changing allegiance.
WFDD will bring you live covereage of tonight's convention...beginning at 8.
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Clinton Supporter struggles to change allegianceTonight Senator Hillary Clinton will address the Democratic National Convention in Denver. And she'll promote party unity. But WFDD's Kathryn Mobley reports one Triad Clinton supporter still struggles with changing allegiance.
WFDD will bring you live covereage of tonight's convention...beginning at 8.
listen (mp3) | Wake Forest Democrats in DenverThe Democratic National Convention gets underway today in Denver, Colorado. Delegates from all 50 states, the Distritct of Columbia, and four US territories are taking part in the week-long event. College Democrats are also there, including a delegation from Wake Forest University. WFDD's Bradley George reports. listen (mp3) |
Overview of Democratic National ConventionThe Democratic National Convention kicks off today...and more than 160 delagates will represent North Carolina.
WFDD's Kathryn Mobley spoke with Dr. John Dinan, an associate political science professor at Wake Forest University to get a better understanding of what national political conventions are about.
Next week, Dr. Dinan will share his thoughts about North Carolina's role in the Republican National Convention.
listen (mp3) | McCain visits Wake ForestOn the day of the North Carolina primary, most of the presidential spotlight was shared between democratic presidential candidates Hillary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama. But in Winston-Salem it was a member of the Grand Old Party stopping by and claiming some attention on Primary Day. WFDD's Jeff Tiberii reports.
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Gas in GreensboroAt an EXXON gas station on Wendover Avenue in Greensboro the price for unleaded regular gas is $3.56, which amounts to $0.66 more than the average for a gallon of unleaded one year earlier. WFDD's Jessica Trotman reports on of the major election issues facing North Carolina voters.
listen (mp3) | A Trip to the PollsAcross the Triad tens of thousands of residents cast their votes on Tuesday. One member of our WFDD news team joined the voting experience. Jeff Tiberii reports on his trip to the polls. listen (mp3) |
School BondIn the weeks before today's primary much of the attention has been focused on the democratic presidential nomination. But here at home, there are many other decisions being made by today's election, such as the $450 million dollar school bond in Guilford County. WFDD's Jessica Trotman is at the polls. listen (mp3) | Voice behind the VoteForsyth County resident Scott Templeton shares his thoughts on the North Carolina primary listen (mp3) |
John Dinan Talks PoliticsOn Tuesday May, 6th, voters in North Carolina and Indiana have their say in the Democratic presidential race. Will these two contests decide the nominee? Where do Senators Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama draw most of their support? What effect does the presidential contest have on down-ballot races? W-F-D-D's Bradley George posed these and other questions Dr. John Dinan. He's an Associate Professor of Political Science at Wake Forest University. listen (mp3) | Barack Obama in Winston-SalemIllinois Senator and Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama was in Winston-Salem today at the Lawrence Joel Veterans Coliseum. WFDD's LeShea Agnew was outside with his supporters before Barack's arrival. She files this report.
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Barack shares the spotlightDemocratic presidential candidate Barack Obama stopped in Winston-Salem on Tuesday for a town hall meeting. But it was hours before the Illinois Senator spoke when his chief rival was making news. WFDD's Jeff Tiberii reports listen (mp3) | Hillary Clinton and Maya Angelou in Winston-SalemTwo old friends met for a conversation at Wake Forest University Friday night---Senator Hillary Clinton and Dr. Maya Angelou. 2,000 people packed Wait Chapel to hear what the two women had to say. WFDD's Bradley George was there listen (mp3) |
FC 5th District Candidate Debate
North Carolina democratic candidates Roy Carter and Diane Hamby both want the fifth district seat in the U.S. Congress. And after their first debate...WFDD's Kathryn Mobley says spotting a clear winner is difficult.
Carter and Hamby will debate again Monday, April 28 at Appalachian State University. The school's College Democrats will sponsor the event.
listen (mp3) | Settling the NC Debate Date DebateNorth Carolina will host a democratic presidential debate between candidates senator Hillary Clinton and Senator Barack Obama. But there's just one snag, as WFDD'S Kathryn Mobley reports.
[A limited number of tickets are available; more information is at http://www.ncdp.org].
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Michelle Obama comes to Winston-SalemThere is only one possible first lady who could come from the Democratic Party in this year's presidential race. This afternoon she spoke in the Triad. WFDD's Jeff Tiberii reports
listen (mp3) | Michelle Obama SupportersThere is only one possible first lady who could come from the democratic party in this year's presidential race. Today she spoke in the triad. WFDD's LeShea Agnew was in line with her supporters. listen (mp3) |
President Clinton visits the TriadFirst Democratic Presidential hopeful Barack Obama visited the Triad. A day later came chief rival Hillary Rodham Clinton. After each senator had their turn, President Bill Clinton finished off the political week today in High Point.
WFDD's Jeff Tiberii and Leshea Agnew report: listen (mp3) | Clinton Supporters before her Town Hall TalkLast night in Winston-Salem democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton spoke to a crowd of more than one thousand people on the west campus of Forsyth Technical Community College. Many supporters spent the day waiting in line in order to hear the words of the former first lady. WFDD's LeShea Agnew joined the line. listen (mp3) |
Hillary SpeaksAnother day brought another presidental hopeful to the Triad. WFDD's Jeff Tiberii has the details listen (mp3) | Obama's CharmDemocratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama has built his campaign on the word 'change'. However, it's another five letter word beginning with c-h-a which allows the Illinois Senator to connect with his supporters - charm.
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Obama Supporters in the PiedmontDuring a Wednesday afternoon town hall meeting, Democratic Presidential candidate Senator Barack Obama got up close and personal with two thousand people from the Piedmont.
WFDD's Jessica Trotman attended the event and reports energy was running high. listen (mp3) | Barack visits GreensboroEarlier today Illinois Senator and Democratic Presidential hopeful Barack Obama held a town hall meeting in Greensboro. WFDD's Jeff Tiberii has the details listen (mp3) |
Reaction to Obama's speechEarlier today Illinois Senator and Democratic Presidential hopeful Barack Obama held a town hall meeting in Greensboro. WFDD's Jessica Trotman heard the reaction of some following Obama's speech. listen (mp3) | Super TuesdayNorth Carolina may not have had an official primary on Tuesday, but thousands of people still managed to vote in Winston-Salem. WFDD's Jeff Tiberii reports. listen (mp3) |
Glassbooth.com Helps Voters DecideWith the presidential campaign still in its early stages, it can be daunting for primary voters to make an informed choice with so many candidates and platforms to consider. WFDD’s Cindy DiMattia has found a unique internet tool that help voters find the candidate who best matches their beliefs: listen (mp3) | Rudy Giuliani campaigns in the TriadRepublican presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani ventured off the well-worn campaign trail in New Hampshire and Iowa for a fund-raising stop in Greensboro. WFDD's Cindy DiMattia reports... listen (mp3) |
Forsyth County Democratic Party gets organized for 2008 races
The Forsyth County Democratic Party is mobilizing support for its 2008 candidates. WFDD's Kathryn Mobley attended their kick off event.
| Jack FleerThe 2008 presidential political race is in full swing. But throughout
the last several election cycles, Wake Forest University Political
Science Professor Emeritus Jack Fleer has been studying the impact and importance of the Governor's office. His results are in his book, entitled Governors Speak. In the first of a two part interview, Professor Fleer talks to WFDD's Denise Franklin about Governors and the presidency.
Jack Fleer is a professor emeritus of political science at Wake Forest University and his book is entitled Governors Speak. This afternoon during All Things Considered, Fleer talks to Denise Franklin about North Carolina 's recent governors and how the power of the office has changed over the years.
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