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There's Gore where that came from
Gore endorses Obama, says candidate has what it takes to tackle climate crisis |
Kate Sheppard |
16 Jun 2008 |
Gristmill |
| Photo: AP/Paul Sancya Al Gore endorsed Barack Obama on Monday evening in Detroit, Mich., calling him 'a candidate who, in response to those doubting our ability to solve the climate crisis and create a bright future, inspired millions to say, 'Yes we can.'' 'For America to lead the world through the dangers and opportunity we're seeing before us, we've got to have new leadership,' said Gore. 'After eight years of incompetence, neglect and failure, we need ... |
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| Topics: Al Gore, Barack Obama, elections, Muckraker, news, politics, presidential race 08 (all these topics) |
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All that, and Gore
Al Gore to endorse Barack Obama in Detroit tonight |
Kate Sheppard |
16 Jun 2008 |
Gristmill |
| At long last, Al Gore is jumping back into the presidential election ring. With an endorsement, we mean. In a speech to be delivered at 8:30 p.m. EST in Detroit, Mich., the Goracle will endorse Barack Obama. From the announcement on Gore's blog: A few hours from now I will step on stage in Detroit, Michigan to announce my support for Senator Barack Obama. From now through Election Day, I intend to do whatever I can to make sure he is elected Presiden ... |
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| Topics: Al Gore, Barack Obama, elections, Muckraker, news, politics, presidential race 08 (all these topics) |
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Honorable Mention
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Ben White |
18 Aug 2000 |
Muckraker |
| LOS ANGELES, Calif. With much fanfare and an excess of recyclable confetti, Democrats sent Al Gore forth last night into what will be a grueling three-month campaign stretch. The vice president must convince skeptical voters that he has what it takes to lead and that electing him over Texas Gov. George W. Bush will make a real difference. Those towering challenges were plainly evident in Gore's acceptance speech before a boisterous crowd inside the S ... |
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| Topics: Al Gore, elections, Muckraker, politics (all these topics) |
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