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in Face the Nation
by
Bob Schieffer, 11 May 2008
Hillary Clinton's campaign chairman Terry McAuliffe's glibness is almost too much for Schieffer, but he keeps returning to Clinton's much-quoted and ill-advised remark about "hard-working whites" supporting her candidacy -- and McAuliffe finally admits that he hates discussion of race and wants to stick to issues. On what happens if Barack Obama wins the nomination, the interviewee insists that the party will unify behind him. And as for the final delegate count, McAuliffe keeps pushing "let the process finish," and is unembarrassed about considering the Puerto Rico votes even though voters there will have no say in November.
Posted 11:46, 12 May 2008
This abstract was written by
Cath Stockbridge
and edited by Brijit.
in Face the Nation
by
Bob Schieffer, 11 May 2008
Political analyst VanderHei's take on why Clinton has decided to remain in the race for the Democratic nomination is a very basic "anything can happen" plus "politics is unpredictable." Vanderhei allows that Clinton's recent gaffe about "working-class whites" supporting her is actually a valid point that just needs to be more carefully stated. Discussing Barack Obama, VanderHei comes up with a few names for potential vice presidents, including Senators Sam Nunn of Georgia and Mark Warner of Virginia -- he says Clinton is unlikely to make this list.
Posted 10:52, 12 May 2008
This abstract was written by
Cath Stockbridge
and edited by Brijit.
in Face the Nation
by
Bob Schieffer, 11 May 2008
John Edwards expresses a relaxed confidence that Barack Obama's growing lead will result in the Democratic nomination. Refusing to endorse any candidate, Edwards credits Hillary Clinton for her efforts but sees the inevitability of her pulling out and supporting the party behind Obama. Edwards then touches on the idealistic plan to cut poverty in half over ten years by raising the minimum wage and implementing other social and economic changes. He claims that he has received support from the presidential candidates but provides little detail. Schieffer asks some poignant questions but never pressures Edwards into giving direct answers.
Posted 10:00, 12 May 2008
This abstract was written by
Jeffrey Luppino-Esposito
and edited by Brijit.
in Face the Nation
by
Bob Schieffer, 4 May 2008
Schieffer interviews two Democratic Party movers and shakers: Richmond, Va. Mayor Douglas Wilder (a Barack Obama supporter) and Indiana Sen. Evan Bayh (a Hillary Clinton supporter). Thankfully, Schieffer doesn't dwell on political distractions, focusing on the electability of the Democratic candidates and their stands on political issues like the summer suspension of the federal gasoline tax. For obvious reasons, the only unanswered question is the likelihood of a "dream team" ticket pairing up the two contenders. Schieffer ends the discussion with a poignant note about honesty in the political process.
Posted 11:52, 5 May 2008
This abstract was written by
Elliot Feldman
and edited by Brijit.
in Face the Nation
by
Bob Schieffer, 20 April 2008
Schieffer immediately calls out Gov. Ed Rendell on his recent comments suggesting he believes Hillary Clinton must win big in the Pennsylvania primary. Rendell backs off those comments, blaming Barack Obama's advantage in campaign money as a reason why Clinton may not win big. Bob Casey believes, regardless of the results from Pennsylvania, that Obama has benefited from campaigning in the state. Unfortunately, this discussion gets bogged down in a tit-for-tat debate over which campaign is more negative -- specifically harping on an Obama supporter's comments about Clinton not being fit to lay the wreath at the tomb of the unknown soldier.
Posted 10:31, 22 April 2008
This abstract was written by
Jonathan Pinoli
and edited by Brijit.
in Face the Nation
by
Bob Schieffer, 20 April 2008
Roger Simon contends that the Democratic presidential race has become an argument about process as Hillary Clinton is searching for ways to provide "cover" for superdelegates to vote for her. Joe Trippi thinks both candidates are struggling with message and their strategy for garnering support from working-class whites, especially on the issue of gun control. Looking ahead, both feel the race will be over if Clinton does not win numerous states between now and May 7. The intelligent discussion ends as Trippi expresses surprise over the negativity of the campaign, but Simon thinks things aren't so "bleak" for the Dems, who will likely gain momentum after the convention.
Posted 10:08, 22 April 2008
This abstract was written by
Jonathan Pinoli
and edited by Brijit.
in Face the Nation
by
Bob Schieffer, 13 April 2008
In a spirited, if predictable, interview, Rep. Nancy Pelosi accuses President Bush of "kicking the can" -- devising excuses, like the surge and proposed "pause in withdrawal," to prolong troop presence in Iraq. She argues he turned "a tin ear to the will of the people" as expressed by the Democrats' victory in the 2006 elections. Instead of creating chaos, Pelosi argues withdrawal would signal to the Iraqi government it's time they took responsibility. She tersely answers criticism about how she blocked a Colombian trade agreement vote, insisting Congress first address Americans' economic concerns, and largely resists Schieffer's attempts to elicit comments on Bill Clinton's role in Hillary Clinton's campaign.
Posted 5:17, 14 April 2008
This abstract was written by
Bonnie Walker
and edited by Brijit.
in Face the Nation
by
Bob Schieffer, 13 April 2008
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates insists that conditions are improving in Iraq as more provinces come under Iraqi government control and he says Gen. David Petraeus wants a "pause" in troop withdrawal simply to evaluate "battlefield geometry." Gates disagrees that staying in Iraq increases chances of a US-Iran conflict, and, though he admits some worry about troop resources, he says efforts to grow the military will reduce the strain. Schieffer makes skeptical noises throughout but ultimately fails to press Gates on the contradictions between his characterization of the situation in Iraq and those of Petraeus and President Bush.
Posted 5:08, 14 April 2008
This abstract was written by
Bonnie Walker
and edited by Brijit.
in Face the Nation
by
Bob Schieffer, 6 April 2008
Schieffer asks CBS' chief foreign correspondent if Iraq has benefited from the surge. Logan says Iraq did benefit, but those gains have deteriorated during the current battle that started in Basra. Logan thinks the fight is really a proxy war between the US, backing the Iraqi government, and Iran, backing the militias. One obstacle facing American troops is the Mahdi Army, loyal to al-Sadr, but hope remains for gaining their cooperation in building Iraq's future. Meanwhile, Al Qaeda is still looking for an opportunity to exploit in Iraq. Logan deftly educates viewers on the current conditions in Iraq.
Posted 5:39, 7 April 2008
This abstract was written by
Jonathan Pinoli
and edited by Brijit.
in Face the Nation
by
Bob Schieffer, 6 April 2008
The fighting in Basra, according to Youssef, reveals the capabilities of Iraqi forces; better than they were six months ago, but ineffective against the militias and ultimately not able to enforce security without US help. Youssef suggests the new violence reveals Iraqi President Nouri al-Malaki's weaknesses; she wisely points out that al-Malaki lacks leadership and was unable to craft a long-term solution for security in Basra with US forces. Also, the attacks show Iran's influence on both militia leader Muqtada al-Sadr and al-Maliki. Gen. David Petraeus's testimony before Congress next week will expose each presidential candidate's plans for Iraq as they question the general.
Posted 5:39, 7 April 2008
This abstract was written by
Bryan Fagan
and edited by Brijit.