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OBAMA WINS

In a historic victory, Sen. Barack Obama was elected the 44th president of the United States tonight. His opponent, Sen. John McCain conceded shortly after the networks made the call  at 11 p.m. EST. | Read More...

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Dems increase Senate majority

WSN compiles a list of results for the U.S. Senate race. Full story

N.Y. State Assembly: Dem majority

Democrats gained a majority control over the New York State Legislature Tuesday. Full story

New York State Democrats win majority in Senate

For the first time since 1965, Democrats have majority control in the State Senate, claiming 32 of the 62 seats last night. Full story

Ballot measures - what are they?

A brief compilation of major ballot measures, including gay rights and abortion. Full story

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Obama clinches swift victory

In a decisive and swift victory, Sen. Barack Obama captured the presidency, ending a nearly two-year sprint to become the first black president-elect in U.S. history. Full story

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One in five voters under 30; 68% for Obama

College students across the country made a huge effort to vote yesterday, resulting in overwhelming support for Obama. Full story

Prop. 8 passes in Calif.

Social progress backtracks in California as Proposition 8 bans gay marriage. Full story

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Discussing femininity’s effect on this year’s vote

Professors and students discussed Sarah Palin’s personality and the role of gender in her campaign.       Full story


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Footage From the Floor: Obama Accepts Nomination

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Snapshots from Denver

Barack Obama accepted his party's nomination in front of 84,000 supporters Thursday night. Al Gore spoke in the late afternoon on Thursday. He attacked McCain and endorsed Obama. 84,000 supporters came to hear Barack Obama accept the nomination Thursday night. Tuesday night's keynote speaker, Mark Warner, addresses delegates. Samantha and Annie Woods sit on top of their Obama-stickered Volvo. They drove it from California. The band, 'People's Party' performs Tuesday afternoon in front of the state capitol. Police in full riot gear stand ready Obama merchandise for sale on the streets of Denver. Street vendors have capitalized on the DNC CNN's
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    RNC Coverage

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    'Maverick' McCain vows end to partisan gridlock

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    • On third night, Palin dominates convention

    Although absent from St. Paul, W.'s presence still looms

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    Sen. Lieberman: Country comes before party

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    • Through a native's eyes, an unexpected tour of St. Paul

    Scaled back, Republicans begin their party

    The perks of the swag bag

    McCain Taps Alaskan Governor for VP

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    • DNC Coverage

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    A DISABLED DELEGATE WITH A PASSION FOR POLITICS

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    FIGHTING VIOLETS: STRONG NYU PRESENCE AT THE DNC

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    PRESUMPTIVE NO MORE, OBAMA TAKES OFFENSIVE

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    SO-CAL GALS ROAD-TRIPPING FOR CHANGE IN 'OBAMA-WAGON'

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    ENERGY HIGH AS PELOSI, MCCAIN SUPPORTERS SPAR OVER DRILLING

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    • Senator Hillary Clinton addressing New York delegates at a breakfast in the Sheraton Hotel in Denver

    EGGS, COFFEE, AND HILLARY CLINTON

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    Commentary:

    FINDING THE UPSIDE IN OUR INTERESTING TIMES

    VICTORY FOR OBAMA IS VICTORY FOR RIGHTS FOR ALL

    OUR GENERATION'S ACTIVISM: DIFFERENT, BUT NO LESS REAL

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    Speech count?

    How many DNC speeches do you plan to watch?

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    Nicholas Brennan

    Nicholas Brennan is a junior studying film. He has been with WSN for three years, working as a deputy managing editor, multimedia editor, deputy news editor, and staff writer. He covered the 2006 election, campus politics, and NYU's lobbying efforts. He has previously filed reports for WSN from Washington DC and Albany. He will report from the Democratic Convention in Denver. Contact him at: nbrennan@nyunews.com.

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    Thomas Garry

    Thomas Garry is a senior studying journalism and mass communication. He has been with WSN for four years. Currently, Garry serves as the Managing Editor. He has previously worked as assistant managing editor, news editor, deputy news editor, and staff writer. He covered the grad student strike, NYU's expansion, student suicides, and WSN's investigation into and subsequent impeachment of the CAS student council president. He also just returned from a semester studying in China. He will report from the Republican Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota. Contact him at tgarry@nyunews.com.