Who’s Running McCain’s Campaign Anyway?
It is no secret that Obama has received more media coverage than McCain. Walk past a newsstand and see how many Obamas are staring back at you.  McCain’s media presence is lacking in comparison to Obama, but anyone running against the first viable Black presidential candidate would suffer the same fate. I would even venture to say that the result would’ve been the same had Hillary Clinton clinched the nomination.

When the Race Card Plays You

Keli Goff discusses how the most blatant racist attacks of the presidential election are coming from voters and not the campaigns.

Don't Mean No Disrespect: Hip-Hop and Voting
Tyler Adams drops knowledge on how Hip-Hop is bringing voting to those voted out by society.

Around the World in Under 80 Days
If you were to ask ten Americans to assess the potential impact of a U.S. visit by the German Chancellor, on German politics, my guess is you would probably get ten variations of “huh?” in response. (Not to mention at least 5 variations of “Who’s the German Chancellor?” For the record it’s Angela Merkel.) And yet during Barack Obama’s whirlwind trip abroad it became crystal clear that not only are other countries well aware of who our current leader is, but they are also aware of who may replace him.

The Liberation of Black Republicans
New RushmoreDrive.com contributor Lenny McAllister discusses how Barack Obama's presidential campaign is paving the way for Blacks in the GOP

The Real McCain?
Senator John McCain has pulled a rabbit out of his hat.  He scored a coup by plucking little known Governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin as his Vice-Presidential candidate.

Coming Out of the Closet

Torrey Feimster describes his personal journey to come out as a proud Black Republican. 

How Much Did that Beer Really Cost?
Business contributor Dan J. Nunn, II looks at the real cost of voting on likeability.

Barack Must Battle Within His Own Party
Never before has a Black man made it this far along the road to become president of the United States. But of course, Barack Obama’s success doesn’t make everyone happy.

Palin: Back-Alley Babe
Cultural Critic Kierna Mayo sounds off on Palin's archaic views on abortion.

Change Politics
Has the change candidate gone status quo?

Obama Not Nervous About Recent Polls but the GOP Should Be
Political Contributor Keli Goff discusses the truth and consequences of the polls.

President Obama and the Return of The Mac
Editorial Director Nsenga K. Burton. Ph.D. discusses the election of the first Black President of the United States and Sen. John McCain's concession speech.

Indecision 2008: Why are we still undecided?
Dan J. Nunn, II wonders why we are so indecisive in this particular presidential race.

Deal? No Deal!
Rushmoredrive.com content partner examines the fallout over the bailout that wasn't.

Born Again
Keli Goff expresses the depth of emotion associated with Obama's historic election.

Exercise Your Right to Vote

Voting is crucial, not simply in the presidential election but in local elections that directly affect the quality of life in the community.

 

Have We Seen this Economy Before? S&L 2.0
Business contributor Dan Nunn is experiencing deja vu with this latest S&L crisis.

Between a Barack and a Hard Place
I knew that it was too good to be true. CNN was producing a special on African Americans entitled, “Black in America.” I had the privilege of attending a special screening of the series and found it moving, informative and reflective of many joys and challenges faced by black Americans.  To hear what being black in America is like in narrative form was engaging and necessary. Hearing from “everyday” people about their experiences was way over due.

The Okey-Doke: The Rise of Sarah Palin
Sounding off on the RNC and Sarah Palin's Rise to Fame

Contributor Keli Goff's Convention Overview
So here I am in Denver for the Democratic National Convention to see firsthand what the Democrats are doing to prepare for battle in the Fall. Below are a few highlights of the week so far to give you an idea of what the convention is really like--beyond the stagecraft you see on TV.

Hurt Feelings
Senator Barack Obama is against reparations – surprise, surprise.  Barack Obama “supports” Affirmative Action but not “handouts” or “quotas.”  The only thing that Barack Obama seems to be able to speak about concretely and emphatically is what he will not do for black folks. The man who has been called out on numerous occasions by friends and foes alike for flip-flopping on issues like the war in Iraq, the gas crisis and ways to improve the economy, is as solid as rock on issues pertaining to Black people.

The Palin Edict
Palin’s White Female Privilege

Blacks for McCain: A Conservative View
New contributor Torrey Feimster tells why he is voting for McCain in the upcoming election.