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Be prepared on election day. Voting is your right!

Earlier we told you about how the final hours before the election usually bring a wave of sneaky or suspicious phone calls, leaflets and emails aimed at keeping people away from the polls.

Joss Stone and other Brit rockers care about our election too!

Submitted by bmillard on Thu, 10/16/2008 - 17:27

Joss Stone is 21, which means she’s old enough to vote – just not in America.

No matter: "The U.S. election really does impact the entire world," the Brit said, and "while I can't vote in this country, I want to do what I can to inspire others, especially young voters, to make their voices heard.”

Bush reassures the American people

So we know that even teens are feeling the pinch amidst the current economic crisis, and earlier today President Bush spoke from the Rose Garden, trying to reassure the American people about the state of our economy. He seemed pretty confident given the current situation. Asserting that “we can solve this crisis,” he maintained that “we know what the problem is” and “we have the tools to fix it.” After the Dow continued to drop, a whopping 700 points this morning alone, he said the U.S.

Are you registered to vote? You may still have time!

This is the most important election of your generation! So, if you're 18, you should be registered by now... but if you're not, you may still have time.

Below find the list of remaining registration deadlines. Unfortunately, if your state isn't listed, the deadline has passed!

John McCain's RNC Speech!

To less enthusiasm than his running mate Sarah Palin, John McCain gave his acceptance speech last night at the Republican National Convention.

McCain is opposed!

"Ahhh, I think I support the president's policy," McCain said.

The question that lead to this uncomfortable answer from McCain? Whether or not he supported grants for sex education in the United States and whether such programs should include directions for using contraceptives. For the record, President Bush supports policy of promoting only abstinence.

When reporters asked McCain in the past whether the government should provide contraceptives or counseling on contraceptives, he replied, "You've stumped me."

Teen Pregnancy On The Campaign Trail

John McCain's VP nominee Sarah Palin announced today that her 17 year old daughter Bristol is 5 months pregnant. Palin also said that her daughter plans to marry the father of the baby and that she has the love and support of her parents.

America saw it's first increase (though small) in the teen pregnancy rate since it began dropping from a peak in 1991. Experts predict that over 750,000 teenage girls will become pregnant this year.

McCain to Pick a Woman for VP!

Ever heard of Governor Sarah Palin from Alaska? Yeah, neither had we. But in a huge shock to the GOP ticket, it looks like she'll be John McCain's running mate for the presidency!

McCain is totally trying to steal Barack's thunder from last night!

This is a huge shake-up to the Republican ticket, which was getting criticism for seeming stodgy and old compared to Barack Obama. It's also a clear attempt to go after moderate Democrats who miss Hilary.

Obama's Acceptance Speech at the DNC!

Barack Obama accepted the Democratic Party's presidential nomination last night in Denver at the Democratic National Convention.

Obama: It's Official

Barack Obama is officially the first African-American to become a major party nominee for president. The Democratic party voted unanimously to select him as their candidate last night in Denver. The party also selected Senator Joe Biden as their choice for vice president. Obama will formally accept the nomination in a speech tonight.