Web Links

The Democratic Party Delegate Map
This page shows a national time line for delegates and how to become a delegate. At the top of the page is an interactive map, which displays each state's delegate count, web links to state conventions and state plans.

Republicans Delegates by State (pdf)
This file explains the participation rules of the RNC. On page 33, it details each states' delegate count.

CNN's Election Center 2008
CNN.com hosts a comprehensive website about the primaries. It has the latest information about the campaign trail along with election results and campaign finance. Elections 101 gives a detailed path from declaring candidacy to the White House.

The Washington Post's Coverage of 2008 Presidential Primaries
The Washington Post follows each candidate on the campaign trial. Users can find out which candidate is close to their ideology and pick the next president using the electoral college.

Democratic National Convention
The DNC holds its convention in Denver, Colorado, this year. The dates for it are August 25 through 28.

Republican National Convention
The RNC convenes in Minneapolis/Saint Paul, Minnesota, September 1-4. John McCain is the presumed Republican nominee. During this convention, it is expected he will name is running mate.

Flowers: Alabama trying to have an impact on presidential process
Steve Flowers wrote a 2007 editorial that ran in The Piedmont Journal. It gives the history of selecting nominees and discusses the implications of Alabama moving its primary to February 5.

John McCain's campaign website
John McCain's website is a portal of how to get involved in his campaign, read about his stance on important issues and look up local events he'll be involved in your area.

Barack Obama's campaign website
Barack Obama's website is a focal point in his campaign with blogs, videos and photos. Users can learn about Obama, read past speeches or find his position on numerous issues.

Hillary Clinton's campaign website
Hillary Clinton's website allows users to create blogs, watch television ads online and get involved in her campaign.