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The Highs And Lows Of Attack Ads
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 23:00:05 EDT
There's no disputing that presidential campaign is turning negative - on the trail and on the television. More attack ads are on TV, and they can be very effective. But not always. Jeff Greenfield has "The Good, The Bad And The Ugly."
GOP Alleges Nonprofit Voter Fraud
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:30:05 EDT
This week John McCain and Sarah Palin went after one of the nation's leading voter registration groups that focuses its efforts minorities and low-income families. Now, Armen Keteyian reports, it's being investigated for voter fraud.
The Football Team That Could
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 21:00:05 EDT
To say it's been a tough year for McLeod West would be an understatement. Their school is in shambles, and they are short on muscle. But as Steve Hartman reports, they don't see all that as a barrier to winning.
Concert Piano's Littlest Star
Thu, 09 Oct 2008 23:00:05 EDT
When he sits on the piano bench, his feet barely reach the pedals. But when his fingers touch the keys, you won't believe your eyes. Bill Whitaker has the story of piano prodigy Marc Yu.
Obama And McCain On Health Care
Thu, 09 Oct 2008 23:00:05 EDT
In this installment of Where They Stand, Seth Doane reports on how the proposed health care policies of Barack Obama and John McCain would affect you and your community.
Candidates On The Best And Worst Of Times
Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:00:10 EDT
In "Presidential Questions," Katie Couric asks questions that move the candidates well beyond the usual sound-bites. This installment: "What do you think is the best and worst thing that has ever happened to this country?"
Who Would The Candidates Have To Dinner?
Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:00:09 EDT
In "Presidential Questions," Katie Couric asks questions that move the candidates well beyond the usual sound-bites. This installment: "Who are the three people who are alive you would most like to have dinner with?"
The Little Bank That Could
Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:00:10 EDT
Remember how back in the day small banks operated with their community in mind? In Vermont, Michelle Miller found an example of how banks used to be, and for some, the way they still are.
Debunking The Candidates' Debate Claims
Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:00:09 EDT
At Tuesday night's town hall debate, both candidates made claims as to what they'd do in the White House. But is McCain's mortgage plan really his? And is Obama's spending plan even feasible? Wyatt Andrews separates fact from fiction.
Obama And McCain On Small Business
Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:30:03 EDT
In this installment of Where They Stand, Sandra Hughes reports on how the proposed policies of Barack Obama and John McCain to help small businesses would affect you and your community.
Is There Truth Behind Palin's Claims?
Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:00:04 EDT
Leading up to the town hall debate, claims have been flying on the campaign trail. But is what Sarah Palin and John McCain have said about Obama's voting record and associations true? Wyatt Andrews checks the facts.
Reality Check On The Town Hall Debate
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:30:06 EDT
The CBS News Reality Check team checks the presidential candidates' statements for tonight's town hall debate between Senator Barack Obama and Senator John McCain.
Extreme Economy Brings High Stress
Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:30:03 EDT
How could the ailing economy be making some Americans ill? The round-the-clock barrage of bad economic news is like a jackhammer pounding away at everyone's sense of financial security, Ben Tracy reports.
More Than A Man's Best Friend
Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:00:04 EDT
After terrifying tours of duty, a retired Army Sergeant is recovering from PTSD with the help of a four-legged therapist. CBS News correspondent Richard Schlesinger, reports on Jim Mason's journey toward mental health.
Florida Law May Disenfranchise New Voters
Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:00:04 EDT
In Florida, more than 130,000 new voters have registered in the last month. But as CBS News correspondent Kelly Cobiella reports, the state's fraud prevention law may keep some from casting their ballots.
Gay Marriage Opponents "Thank" Obama
Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:00:01 EDT
Those campaigning in California for Proposition 8, which would reinstate the ban on gay marriage, believe they'll get a lot of unintended help from Barack Obama on Election Day, reports CBS News correspondent John Blackstone.
Hard Times Wreak Havoc On Retirements
Sun, 05 Oct 2008 14:00:02 EDT
The nation's current financial crisis is making it harder for retirees to ease into their golden years, with retirement savings losing value in a battered stock market.
The Truth Behind The VP Candidates' Claims
Fri, 03 Oct 2008 22:30:05 EDT
In the vice presidential debate, there were lots of charges back and forth. But how many hit the bullseye, and how many missed the mark? Wyatt Andrews has a Reality Check.
Fountain Of Youth? As Easy As Pie
Fri, 03 Oct 2008 22:30:05 EDT
Best friends Malcolm McDowell and Dan Johnson, both 50 years old, thought up an idea back when they were freshmen in college, and thought 50 was a mighty old, and un-fun, age. Steve Hartman explains how they executed their plan.
VP Candidates Assess Dick Cheney
Thu, 02 Oct 2008 21:00:05 EDT
To give voters a better sense of who the vice presidential candidates, Sarah Palin and Joe Biden, are - and their views on a number of issues, Katie Couric asked them what they think Dick Cheney's best - and worst - actions were as VP.
Which Veeps Do Palin And Biden Admire?
Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:30:04 EDT
To give voters a better sense of who the vice presidential candidates, Sarah Palin and Joe Biden, are - and their views on a number of issues, Katie Couric asked them what former vice president they admire.
VP Candidates Name Their Favorite Films
Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:30:03 EDT
To give voters a better sense of who the vice presidential candidates, Sarah Palin and Joe Biden, are - and their views on a number of issues, Katie Couric asked them about their favorite movies.
The Wacky History Of VP Picks
Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:30:04 EDT
On the night of the vice presidential debate between Joe Biden and Sarah Palin, Jeff Greenfield gives a historical primer on how VP picks of the past have played out in successful, humorous, and sometimes tragic ways.
Palin, Biden Trade Views On Abortion
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 21:00:04 EDT
To give voters a better sense of who the vice presidential candidates, Sarah Palin and Joe Biden, are - and their views on a number of issues, Katie Couric asked them what they thought of the Supreme Court ruling Roe v. Wade.
VP Candidates On Church-State Separation
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 21:30:04 EDT
To give voters a better sense of who the vice presidential candidates, Sarah Palin and Joe Biden, are - and their views on a number of issues, Katie Couric asked them where they stand on the separation of church and state.
What Do Polls Mean Come Election Day?
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 21:30:05 EDT
National polls can measure the preference of voters nationwide. But state-by-state electoral votes are what really matter. CBS News has partnered with YouGov/Polimetrix to model how poll numbers really affect Election Day.
In Casinos' Shadows, Life In Tent City
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 21:30:04 EDT
In the shadows of Reno's high-rise casinos, one community lives with almost nothing. For "The Other America," Seth Doane visited a tent city, which nearly 200 people call home.
Palin Opens Up On Controversial Issues
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 01:30:03 EDT
Katie Couric spent Monday with Alaska's Gov. Sarah Palin on the campaign trail. In an exclusive interview, she spoke frankly about a number of controversial issues - including at least one disagreement with her running mate.
Red Flag On Purging Voter Rolls
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 11:30:04 EDT
A new report obtained exclusively by CBS News raises serious questions about a little-known problem-ridden process that could cost some Americans their right to vote, Armen Keteyian reports.
Exclusive: McCain, Palin Answer Critics
Mon, 29 Sep 2008 20:30:04 EDT
In their first joint interview, Katie Couric asks presidential candidate John McCain and his running mate, Sarah Palin, about a statement Palin made, because it didn't seem to square with McCain's policy on Pakistan.
Paul Newman's Other Role: Helping Kids
Mon, 29 Sep 2008 20:30:04 EDT
It's hard to pick a defining Paul Newman screen roll: hero, outlaw, non-conformist, ne'er-do-well. But off screen, he defined himself by helping others, including kids with life-threatening illnesses, Bill Whitaker reports.
Troopergate Still Hounds Palin
Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:00:01 EDT
Demonstrators gathered in Anchorage to demand that Gov. Palin keep her pledge to cooperate with the Troopergate probe. But an investigation that once seemed of interest only in Alaska has taken on much greater significance. John Blackstone reports.
Reshaping The PTA - One Dad At A Time
Sun, 28 Sep 2008 00:30:02 EDT
Chuck Saylors, the president-elect of the typically female-dominated PTA, is one of several men urging fathers to become more involved in their children's schools.
Greenfield's Tips For A Successful Debate
Sat, 27 Sep 2008 01:00:05 EDT
On the night of the first presidential debate between John McCain and Barack Obama, Jeff Greenfield gives a historical primer in how to make and score a point - and what to absolutely not do.
Economy Cracks Many Nest Eggs
Sat, 27 Sep 2008 09:00:04 EDT
Wall Street's turmoil can seem far removed from many Americans' daily lives. That is, until they take a close look at their retirement fund. Mark Strassmann looks at the golden years ... getting tarnished.
Exclusive: Palin On Foreign Policy
Fri, 26 Sep 2008 20:30:04 EDT
In Katie Couric's exclusive interview with Sarah Palin, much of the discussion focused on foreign policy - and in this 2nd portion, Palin talks about spreading democracy, what she thinks Pakistan's people want, and watching Russia.
One-On-One With Sarah Palin
Mon, 29 Sep 2008 17:30:05 EDT
When Katie Couric sat down for an exclusive interview with Vice Presidential nominee Sarah Palin, she focused on the economy - but also asked Alaska's governor about her running mate's record on regulating Wall Street.
Reality Check On The Debate
Thu, 09 Oct 2008 17:30:05 EDT
The CBS News Reality Check team will be checking the candidates statements for tonight's debate in Oxford, Mississippi.
John McCain On The Politics Of Finance
Wed, 24 Sep 2008 20:30:04 EDT
After Sen. John McCain announced he would suspend his campaign in order to focus on the $700 billion finance bailout package, Katie Couric exclusively interviewed the candidate about the politics of this serious financial situation.
The Candidates On Lying To The Public
Tue, 23 Sep 2008 21:00:05 EDT
In the series "Presidential Questions," Katie Couric asks questions that move the candidates well beyond the usual sound-bites. This installment: "Describe a situation when you think it's appropriate to lie to the American people."
The Candidates On Their Favorite Films
Tue, 23 Sep 2008 22:00:05 EDT
In the series, "Presidential Questions," Katie Couric asks questions that move the candidates well beyond the usual sound-bites. This installment: "What is your favorite movie of all time?"
Obama And McCain On Climate Change
Tue, 23 Sep 2008 23:00:04 EDT
Both John McCain and Barack Obama recognize that climate change is an issue in this election - but their proposals differ. How would their proposals affect your life? John Blackstone analyzes Where They Stand.
Key To Surviving Heart Attacks - Location
Tue, 23 Sep 2008 21:00:04 EDT
A new study shows that survival rates for cardiac arrest vary dramatically across the country depending on where patients live. Jon LaPook reports.
Behind The Scenes With Joe Biden
Tue, 23 Sep 2008 12:30:04 EDT
Katie Couric got an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the Joe Biden campaign as CBS News tagged along with the Democratic candidate for vice president in the battleground state of Ohio.
Pakistan Bombing Survivor "Cheated Death"
Tue, 23 Sep 2008 08:30:04 EDT
CBS News confirms that two U.S. Navymen died in the Marriott hotel bombing - and 16 other U.S. military personnel. It's hard to believe anyone walked away alive - but Elizabeth Palmer met one New Yorker who did.