Southern Political Report

In a new day, the big boys take on alternative energy

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EST

Some of the most important developments in the field of alternative energy ideas are being talked about by money men who are buying the air time, and going over the heads of the presidential campaigns to set the stage for the next round of issues the country will face.

Inside The Numbers: Newsweek Story on South Paints Untrue Vision

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EST

The cover story in this week's Newsweek is entitled "The End of the South." Some of the story's observations ring true enough.

Grits

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EST

McCain’s Big OK Lead; Obama Building FL & NC Campaigns; Cornyn Gives to NRSC; Edwards for Veep; and Sessions’ Fundraiser Fuss

Democrats See 'Tremendous Appeal' In North Carolina

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EST

North Carolina is emerging as a key battleground state in the 2008 presidential election.

Pragmatic shifts may not add up to good strategy for Obama

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EST

Taken separately, there's some wisdom in each of the adjustments Barack Obama has made after clinching the Democratic nomination. Taken together, they threaten to cloud his bold-color campaign.

Martin scores upset victory over Jones in Georgia U.S. Senate primary

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EST

Atticus Finch type beats urban African-American in a Senate primary that should have national Democrats breathing a sigh of relief.