Obama's tax-cut fluctuations deceive voters Nov 5, 2008
The freshman senator is about as liberal as they come, but unlike other Democratic presidential aspirants who came before him, he learned from the mistakes of Walter Mondale and Michael Dukakis. One of the things he learned is that you are not going to get anywhere waving an ACLU card like the Massachusetts governor or proclaiming, as Mondale did, that he would raise taxes on the middle class. (Townhall.com)
Democrats Most Reliable Constituents: The Press Nov 5, 2008
But interestingly, I think that Obama has experienced the implications of America's Cold War policy in his own life in a distant land in a way that, you know, Ronald Reagan or Walter Mondale or George Herbert Walker Bush simply did not ... " All that means is that 30% just aren't paying enough attention. Rundown of the Pew findings: Going into Tuesday's election, polls show Democrat Barack Obama with a modest lead over Republican John McCain, but one group whose support of Obama should not be in... (MediaResearch.org)
Strong election-day rally sends S&P above 1,000; oil jumps Nov 5, 2008
2% gain seen in 1984 when Ronald Reagan defeated Walter Mondale. Prior to 1980, the market was closed on Election Day. (USA Today -- Money)
For the Dow, it's the best election day ever Nov 5, 2008
2% advance in 1984, when Ronald Reagan trounced Walter Mondale. Before 1984, the stock market took the day off for presidential elections. (Los Angeles Times)
Passionate race drives a massive turnout Nov 5, 2008
Fully 96% of black voters backed Obama, the exit poll showed breaking the record of 90% for Walter Mondale in 1984. Their 13% share of the electorate was also a record; they'd never before passed 11. (USA Today)
John Lott: Obama Is No Uniter Nov 4, 2008
Challengers Walter Mondale in 1984 and Bob Dole in 1996 were pummeled for months with little financial means to respond. Or take unions, where secret ballots will be eliminated for union certification elections. (Fox News)
Breaking Down the NL Cy Young Award Nov 2, 2008
There hasnt been a landslide this pronounced since Ronald Reagan walloped Walter Mondale in the 1984 presidential election. And besides, if you want to talk about Webbs win total then consider this: Webb left a game with a lead that his bullpen subsequently squandered only once all year. (Arizona, TheInsiders.com)
Riddles abound with Florida voters Nov 2, 2008
The Panhandle also includes pockets of Democrats, such as Leon County, the home of Florida State University, and Gadsden County, the only county in Florida to vote for Walter Mondale against Ronald Reagan in 1984. This area, however, is a stronghold for Republicans, who must come out in droves for McCain to win the state. (The Palm Beach Post)
Ferraro on the 2008 candidates Nov 1, 2008
Democrat Geraldine Ferraro was the running mate of Walter Mondale in 1984, although they lost in a landslide to Ronald Reagan. She spoke to Newsnight's Kirsty Wark about Clinton, MacCain, Obama and Palin. (BBC News)
Autumnal air quality Nov 1, 2008
For instance, in 1984, the incumbent Republicans under Ronald Reagan were assigned blue for their states while the Democratic challengers under Walter Mondale got red. According to a little bit of CW's own research, the incumbent Democrats under Al Gore were designated blue in the 2000 election and George W. Bush's Republicans were assigned red. (Globe and Mail)
The Economist's endorsements Oct 31, 2008
As Mr Walter Mondale has sensibly acknowledged, Mr Reagan deserves some credit for this. The president whom America elects on November 6th will be able to build on the achievements of the past four years. (The Economist)
TIME TO TAKE SIDES ON PRESIDENCY, SLOTS, OTHER ISSUES Oct 31, 2008
Maryland also went for Republican Ronald Reagan over Democrat Walter Mondale in 1984. From 1960 through 1980, the only Republican candidate who won Maryland was Richard Nixon in 1972. (Dundalk Eagle, MD)
Weekend predictions Oct 31, 2008
Any column that includes Walter Mondale, the Israel Football League, shrimp scampi, a barrel of gunpowder, and the 84 Falcons gets my vote. If only you d mentioned bacon it would be perfect. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Democrats Target Magic Number 60 In Senate Oct 31, 2008
He defeated former Vice President Walter Mondale, who was running after Sen. Paul Wellstone was killed in a plane crash on his way to a campaign event. (KERO 23, CA)
Biden seeks advisory role as U.S. vice president Oct 30, 2008
Several experts said Biden was more likely to model himself after Democrat Walter Mondale, who as President Jimmy Carter's No. 2 sought a role as confidential adviser. But this might be a hard one for Biden, who as Obama said last week is known for his "rhetorical flourish" and has made many gaffes in his lengthy political career. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Welcome to the age of electoral volatility Oct 29, 2008
For years, Minnesota has churned out bread-and-butter national Democrats who fall a step or two short of the White House--Hubert Humphrey, Eugene McCarthy, Walter Mondale. But then came that first sign of wackiness. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
The Election Choice: Taxes Oct 26, 2008
From The Wall Street Journal WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following is an excerpt from an article by Brian Carney from The Wall Street Journal, and is being released today by the Republican National Committee: (Logo: ) By Brian Carney Op-Ed October 25, 2008 When it comes to taxes, the difference between Barack Obama and John McCain is arguably as wide as it's been in a presidential race since Ronald Reagan and Walter Mondale battled in 1984. Sen. (PR Newswire)
Red ink can't be ignored Oct 26, 2008
In 1984, Democrat Walter Mondale was clobbered by GOP President Ronald Reagan after telling Americans tax increases would be needed to scale back large budget deficits. Mindful of that, Republican George H.W. Bush, when campaigning for president in 1988, told voters: "Read my lips. No new taxes." He broke his no-new-taxes pledge after becoming president. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Winning by 'losing' Oct 26, 2008
He ran, finally, as Walter Mondale of Elmore, Minn. the preacher's son, and anyone who was in the crowd in tiny Canton, Mo. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
'Nucular" is used by the educated Oct 25, 2008
Former vice-presidential candidate Walter Mondale chose to use the term "nucular." Former President Carter, who earned a degree in nuclear physics, also preferred the variant "nucular.". Although I very much question the political views of both Mondale and Carter, I don't question the education of either. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Keokuk Middle School students practice citizenship with mock election Oct 25, 2008
Geraldine Ferraro was the first female vice-presidential candidate in 1984 on the Democratic ticket with former Vice President and Presidential candidate Walter Mondale. Ronald Reagan and George H. Bush won the 1984 election. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Franken: Career evolves, but passion is constant Oct 25, 2008
" Franken's books and his radio show gave him a prominent spot in the national dialogue, a cushy living and an outlet for both his liberal convictions and his cheeky comedy. So to understand his leap into politics, you need to recall the career of the late Minnesota Sen. Paul Wellstone. Coleman now occupies the seat Wellstone once held. The two faced off in the 2002 campaign, but Wellstone was killed in a plane crash less than two weeks before the election. Coleman went on to defeat last-minute... (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Bob Keys' column: A history of backing losing candidates Oct 24, 2008
We elected the peanut farmer, Jimmy Carter in 1976 followed by Ronald Regan in 1980 who beat the Democrat s Walter Mondale. And four years later he beat Mike Dukakis. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Eighty-Four Percent Say They'd Never Lie To A Pollster Oct 24, 2008
In 1984, Reagan walloped Walter Mondale 58. 8 percent to 40 percent, -- the largest electoral landslide in U.S. history. (Human Events Online)
Obama Fights for Working-Class Votes in Indiana Oct 24, 2008
This suggests Obama may have been able to shake the rap that has dogged Democrats since Walter Mondale promised to raise taxes in 1984but it also says that the Obama campaign has been very effective in delivering a message. Obama has been able to change voters' minds over time. (Slate)
Explainer: What Is "Walking Around Money," Anyway? Oct 24, 2008
Walter Mondale showing up to a Philadelphia Democratic committee meeting in 1980, only to have someone stand up and demand, "Where's the money?". Abuses do occur. (Slate)
AP poll puts margin at 1 point -- is that possible? Oct 23, 2008
1984 Newsweek Poll: Walter Mondale beating Ronald Reagan by 18 points. For weeks before the presidential election, the gurus of public opinion polling were nearly unanimous in their findings. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
No escape from red ink Oct 22, 2008
In 1984, Democrat Walter Mondale was clobbered by GOP President Ronald Reagan after telling Americans that tax increases would be needed to scale back large budget deficits. Mindful of that, Republican George H.W. Bush, when campaigning for president in 1988, told voters: "Read my lips. No new taxes." He broke his no-new-taxes pledge after becoming president. (Albany Times Union)
How Catholics Are Judging Obama and the Democrats Oct 22, 2008
By the time the dinner rolled along, tensions between the Catholic Church and the Democratic Party had become so strained that the Democratic nominee Walter Mondale simply skipped the event. Reagan attended alone and, on Election Day, captured 61% of Catholic voters, the largest share that any Republican presidential candidate had ever earned. (Time.com)
McCain Will Win Oct 21, 2008
When Reagan eviscerated Walter Mondale in 1984, all the polls significantly underestimated reality by as much as 15 points. Ultimately, John McCain will defeat Barack Obama, not because he is Ronald Reagan (for sure he isnt even close), but because a majority of likely American voters dont believe or trust Obama. (Newsmax)
Looking Back: A long march Oct 20, 2008
In 1984, despite Geraldine Ferraro as Walter Mondale s running mate, Ronald Reagan won 62 percent of the male vote and 56 percent of the female vote. Of the next seven presidential elections, Republicans won five including three times with more women s votes than the Democrats. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Marc Wehrs: From atheists to Marilyn, Jimmy’s on the case Oct 16, 2008
George H.W. Bush was second at 21 percent, Dick Cheney third at 13 percent and Walter Mondale fourth at 10 percent. Dan Quayle picked up 4 percent of the vote. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
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Looking Back at Classic Political Debates - HUMAN EVENTS. Looking Back at Classic Political Debates by 10/15/2008. (Human Events Online)
Last chance for McCain Oct 16, 2008
Walter Mondale said he knew he had lost in 1984 when Ronald Reagan made his famous remark about not holding his opponent's youth against him. Meanwhile John Danforth, a former senator and McCain ally, warned of a "potential nightmare" as a result of fraudulent voter registration that could be "even worse than 2000", when disputes centred on hanging chads in Florida delayed the result for 36 days. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Looking Back at Classic Political Debates Oct 15, 2008
With only one more debate to go before Election Day, HUMAN EVENTS offers a look at some highlights (and lowlights) of previous campaign debates. 1858: Abraham Lincoln vs. Stephen Douglas. (Human Events Online)
Sit Down and Shut Up Oct 14, 2008
One of the toughest exchanges in a presidential debate occurred around just such a table, shortly before the critical 1984 New York primary, with Walter Mondale, Gary Hart, and Jesse Jackson seated at a circular table while Dan Rather moderated. Mondale asked Hart: "Why do you run those ads that suggest that I'm out trying to kill kids when you know better? I'm a person who believes in peace. ... I think you ought to pull those ads down tonight." Retorted Hart: "Why have you questioned my... (Slate)
Grim Picture for McCain Oct 11, 2008
Democrats haven't sounded so interventionist since Walter Mondale. Where McCain did hit back in the economic realm was on health-care, assailing Obama's promised fines and mandates, deriding "government-run healthcare.". (Human Events Online)
COLUMN: Will you choose the comb-over poster child or Mr. Big Ears for president? Oct 10, 2008
"Sound familiar?Yes, boys and girls, that was Walter Mondale in 1976. We fell for his "change" spew and got Jimmy Carter. ". The Question wrote on Oct 6, 2008 10:33 AM:" It was pretty clear to several people I know that this is exactly where Bush's corporatism (less euphemistically, his fascism) was going to take us. We've been railing about it for years. And here we are. Now we know how Cassandra must have felt.And there's more to come. Congress was secretly threatened with martial law in order... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
110 years old Seen lots of history and plenty of politics Oct 10, 2008
Kelly s son, Gene, and former Vice President Walter Mondale were boyhood friends. Her son and I were best friends, Mondale said. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
McCain faces age, health questions Oct 10, 2008
During a televised debate against Walter Mondale, then 56, Reagan famously began by saying, "I will not make age an issue of this campaign. I will not hold my opponent's youth and inexperience against him." The audience laughed. Reagan went on to win the election. (CNN -- Health)
Pitching their man in the heartland Oct 10, 2008
Massachusetts last voted in a majority for a Republican president in 1984, when Ronald Regan ran for reelection against Walter Mondale. Eric Tsetsi can be reached at 781-674-7731 or. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Going for broke in Pennsylvania Oct 10, 2008
Another told a story about ward leaders pestering then-Vice President Walter Mondale for street money during a 1980 campaign stop on behalf of Jimmy Carter s losing reelection bid. It s a cozy system, and one that quite a few people have some interest in maintaining. (Salon)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 7, 2008 Oct 8, 2008
In 1984, 10 voted for Democrat Walter Mondale, zero for Ronald Reagan. 89 percent of Washington-based reporters said they voted for Bill Clinton in 1992. (North County Times)
Head to head Oct 7, 2008
In his debate with Walter Mondale, Ronald Reagan scored points by saying to his rival "There you go again" with a smile on his face. This is not a competition to see how low you can go - it turns most voters off. (BBC News -- Americas)
Listen Up, John McCain! Oct 6, 2008
When Ronald Reagan debated with Walter Mondale, he made light of his advanced age by saying that he hoped the voters wouldnt hold his opponents relative youth and lack of experience against him. Of course, McCain lacks Reagans personality and ability to deliver an amusing line. (Townhall.com)
The Wacky History Of VP Picks Oct 3, 2008
Walter Mondale looked to shake up the race in 1984 by picking a woman - Rep. Geraldine Ferraro. (CBS News)
UMKC examines dynamics of of presidential politics Oct 3, 2008
She cited Geraldine Ferraro, vice presidential candidate running with Democrat Walter Mondale against Ronald Reagan and George H. W. Bush in the 1984 election, as an example. A negative light was shed on the Democratic ticket in '84 after questions were raised about Ferraro's campaign financing and that she and her husband filed income tax separately. (University News, MO)
Charles Krauthammer Oct 3, 2008
During the presidential campaign of 1980, he served as a speech writer to Vice President Walter Mondale. He joined The New Republic as a writer and editor in 1981. (Townhall.com)
Asian Banks May Gain From Wall St.'s Pain Oct 3, 2008
"It's hard to tell what Japanese financial institutions are going to do. They're certainly in better financial shape than in the past," said Lincoln, who advised Walter Mondale, the former vice president and U.S. ambassador to Japan, in the 1990s. Many big Japanese players lost heavily in overseas investment forays in the late 1980s. (Investors Business Daily)
Cheney's Handiwork Oct 3, 2008
Walter Mondale and Al Gore epitomized the vice president in the era of big governmentforces to be reckoned with, armed with experience to match the president's and portfolios and constituencies all their own. Dick Cheney is something else altogether. (Slate)
Palin fever goes viral Oct 3, 2008
Sure, Geraldine Ferraro s naming as Walter Mondale s running mate on the Democratic ticket in 1984 was history-making stuff. Ferraro also generated media attention and scrutiny that was massive for her time. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
VP Debate Moments Oct 3, 2008
One would think the nation's first-ever vice presidential debate would warrant some preparation, but not for Republican Bob Dole, who sparred with Walter Mondale in 1976. Dole refused to practice until the day of the broadcast and it showed. (Time.com)
The big veep showdown Oct 3, 2008
Vice-presidential debates have been odd-duck affairs since Bob Dole and Walter Mondale faced off in Houston between the second and third 1976 Jerry Ford-Jimmy Carter debates. That was the debate when Dole, who had joked his way through his prep sessions, ad-libbed an attack on "Democrat wars" like World War I and World War II. For all the public outcry over the bitterness of Dole, who had been severely wounded in Italy in 1945, this intemperate debate crack did not halt Ford's dramatic closing... (Salon)
Screen battles Sep 25, 2008
President Ronald Reagan showed age had not dulled his sense of humour with a well-timed quip as he clashed with Walter Mondale. His remarks came on 21 October, in the second of two presidential debates during the 1984 election race. (BBC News -- Americas)
Gaffes of the past Sep 25, 2008
Stuart Spencer on Reagan's poor performance in the 1984 Louisville debate against Walter Mondale. I went to Camp David with the Reagans the weekend before. (Albany Times Union)
Campaign memorabilia on display at Pump House Sep 24, 2008
As a Central teacher for 26 years, Larson always sent letters to presidential candidates inviting them to talk to his classes (Walter Mondale spoke at Central and George Bush Sr. was scheduled but canceled). In those letters, he always included a 1 bill. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
McCain, Palin wow crowd Sep 23, 2008
A crowd estimated at anywhere from 5,000-15,000 packed the square and areas beyond by midday, twice the size of the crowd at the same spot in 1984, when President Ronald Reagan was campaigning in his successful re-election bid against former Vice President Walter Mondale. During his remarks, McCain chastised his opponent, Sen. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Stage is set in Media for McCain-Palin campaign Sep 22, 2008
County GOP leaders predict about 15,000 people will attend - making it the largest for a political event since President Ronald Reagan visited Media in 1984 on his way to a landslide re-election victory over Democratic former Vice President Walter Mondale. McCain and Palin are due to arrive between 5 and 5:30 p.m. As of early Sunday afternoon, only about 50 tickets were left for party faithful or otherwise, said Upper Darby GOP Chairman John McNichol. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Notable moments from past debates Sep 21, 2008
Reagan, 73, appeared confused in his first debate with Democrat Walter Mondale. But the president lobbed a clever comeback in their second debate. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Republicans expecting big turnout at Monday rally Sep 21, 2008
The crowd is expected to be the largest for a political event since Ronald Reagan visited Media in 1984 on his way to a landslide victory over Walter Mondale. Daily Times correspondent Susan Serbin contributed to this report. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
This time, Nader's place on presidential ballot is secure Sep 21, 2008
Barack Obama of Illinois, likening him to a succession of other Democratic nominees stretching back to former Vice President Walter Mondale all the way up to Sen. John F. Kerry four years ago. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
History exposes debate hazards Sep 21, 2008
1984: CLEVER COMEBACKReagan, 73, appeared confused in his first debate with Democrat Walter Mondale. But the president lobbed a clever comeback in their second debate. (USA Today)
Pointing fingers on the economy Sep 20, 2008
Johnson, who vetted vice presidential candidates for John F. Kerry in 2004 and Walter Mondale in 1984, did raise money for Obama, but spent less than a month as one of three leaders of Obama's selection effort, long before Obama picked Joe Biden. Johnson quit in June after questions were raised about favorable loan terms he received from Countrywide Financial Corp., a shaky subprime mortgage lender criticized by Obama on the campaign trail for its abuses. (Boston Globe)
This is the death of the Reagan era Sep 19, 2008
We conservatives generally leave your dead Kennedys alone, and other dead but lovable and laughable characters nonetheless such as William Fulbright, Tip O Neill, and the living fossils such as Michael Dukakis, Dan Rostenkowski, Walter Mondale, etc. Hell, you libs dig up the dead Kennedys yourselves every election cycle and throw them all over TV, we don t have to do it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
McCain Goes on Offensive on the Issue of Economy Sep 19, 2008
Location: AL Reply # 1 Date: Sep 19, 2008 - 7:04 AM EST Subject: The Fannies Jerome R. Corsi said, In the aftermath of the U.S. government takeover, attention has focused on three Democrats with close ties to Obama who served as Fannie Mae executives: Franklin Raines, former Clinton administration budget director; James Johnson, former aide to Democratic Vice President Walter Mondale; and Jamie Gorelick, former Clinton administration deputy attorney general. All three Obama-related executives... (Townhall.com)
