Q: How many delegates will Pennsylvania send to the convention?

A: Pennsylvania will have 187 delegates, including 29 "Superdelegates" - Gov. Ed Rendell Democratic members of Congress and other party leaders. Superdelegates are not required to be pledged to any candidate, giving them extra clout in a close race, although many have publicly expressed their preference already.

Q: How are the other 158 delegates picked?

A: They will be awarded to Clinton and Obama in proportion to the primary vote, and all will be pledged to one candidate or the other. Of this group, 103 will be allocated in the state's 19 congressional districts based on the presidential preference in each district. In June, the Democratic State Committee will select the remaining 55 delegates based on the statewide presidential vote.

Q: How many delegates will Pennsylvania send to the Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minn., in September, and how are they picked?

A: There will be 74 Pennsylvania delegates in all. Although GOP voters can choose among the candidates in the primary, none of the delegates is bound to support a particular candidate. Voters will elect 61 delegates directly in the primary, the Republican State Committee will choose 10 others in June and the other three delegates are automatically selected because they serve on the Republican National Committee.

May 14, 2008

John Edwards endorses Obama

DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) - Democrat John Edwards has given his long-awaited endorsement to Barack Obama. It's a major boost from a former presidential rival as Obama tries to shrug off Hillary Rodham Clinton, who is determined to press ahead. Edwards was to appear with Obama in Grand Rapids, Mich., as Obama campaigns in a critical general election battleground. The endorsement comes the day after Clinton defeated Obama by more than 2-to-1 in West Virginia. The loss highlighted Obama's work to win over the "Hillary Democrats" - white, working-class voters who also supported Edwards in large numbers before he exited the race. Edwards, a former North Carolina senator and the 2004 vice presidential nominee, dropped out of the race in late January.

May 9, 2008

Carney supports Clinton after long thought process

UNDATED – The wondering is over. Superdelegate Chris Carney is officially supporting Hillary Clinton. The congressman from the 10^th District has decided that Clinton is the right candidate for president. He says he has watched the primary process very closely and weighed the temperament and leadership displayed by both Clinton and Barack Obama.

Carney says Pennsylvania’s 10^th District overwhelmingly chose Senator Clinton in the primary and he will respect the voter’s decision. He adds that he met with Clinton yesterday and let her know that he is supporting her. (Ali Stevens)

April 30, 2008

Union President superdelegate supports Hillary

PHILADELPHIA – Pennsylvania Superdelegate Bill George announced his support for Hillary Clinton today. George has been a DNC member since 1996 and is President of the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO.

April 25, 2008

Pelosi: Clinton, Obama sharing the ticket not a good idea

WASHINGTON (AP) - House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says a Clinton-Obama or Obama-Clinton presidential ticket isn't necessarily the way to go. In an interview with CNN's Larry King, Pelosi says whoever wins the Democratic presidential nomination should be free to choose his or her own running mate. Pelosi also says "there's plenty of talent to go around" in the Democratic Party for either Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton to choose from.

But Pelosi adds that if Clinton and Obama "think that it's a good ticket, maybe it is." She also says she agrees with Democratic National Committee chairman Howard Dean that the nomination should be settled before the national convention.

April 22, 2008

Hillary Clinton projected winner of PA presidential primary

UNDATED -- CBS News estimates that when all the votes are counted Hillary Clinton will be the winner of the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania. The Associated Press has also projected her the winner over Barack Obama.

Early Pennsylvania exit poll results

An exit poll finds one in 10 voters in Pennsylvania's Democratic primary changed parties since the start of the year so they could vote in the hotly contested election, which is open only to registered Democrats. The survey Tuesday for The Associated Press and television networks indicates about half of the party-switchers formerly were registered Republicans and the rest had been unaffiliated with either party. The exit poll finds about one in five voters made their voting decision within the final week of the six-week Pennsylvania campaign. Half said campaign ads were important to their vote. At least four in 10 voters said the country is in a serious recession and at least as many called it a moderate recession.

Record democratic voters

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton could bring out a record number of Pennsylvania voters for the state's Democratic primary. If more than 2.3 million of the 4.2 million registered party members show up at the polls, it would set a modern record for the state's Democratic presidential primary. Voters were out early across the state, including at a church in Allentown, where a line snaked out the door. The current record -- of just under 55 percent -- was set in 1980, when Massachusetts Senator Ted Kennedy narrowly defeated then-President Carter in Pennsylvania. Democratic enrollment began to soar earlier this year when it became apparent that neither candidate would clinch the nomination before Pennsylvania's primary.

Primary underway

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - The six-week Pennsylvania primary contest between Democrats Hillary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama is winding up today as voters register their choice at the polls. That decision could save - or sink - Clinton's flagging candidacy. The candidates questioned each other's character and readiness to be commander in chief in last-minute television ads and barnstormed the state in a final pitch for votes in the most populous and delegate-rich state remaining in the nominating contest. Some 4 million Democrats are eligible to cast ballots, with 158 delegates at stake. Clinton is relying on a decisive win to reinvigorate her candidacy, while Obama hopes for an upset or a strong enough finish to secure the delegates needed to maintain his overall lead.

Primary night plans announced by Clinton campaign

PHILADELPHIA – Democrat Hillary Rodham Clinton will spend primary election night at the Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue, Broad and Walnut Streets. There will be a gathering at the Grand Ballroom, starting at 8:30 p.m.

April 21, 2008

NC Clinton/Obama debate cancelled

RALEIGH, NC -- The North Carolina Democratic Party announced today that it will cancel the proposed Democratic Presidential debate on April 27 due to time constraints and logistical issues. Officials say there were also growing concerns about what another debate would do to party unity.

Obama predicts Clinton win in Pennsylvania

SCRANTON (AP) - Barack Obama doesn't appear to be banking on a big day in Pennsylvania. The Illinois senator predicted today on Pittsburgh’s KDKA that Hillary Rodham Clinton will get the win she needs in tomorrow's primary, but says he's going to do a lot better than people think.

Clinton's camp says it would be grateful for a single-digit win, as polls have show her consistently ahead of Obama. Clinton began the race with a hefty 20-point lead in several polls in the state, but Obama's extensive campaigning and heavy ad presence have significantly cut into Clinton's lead. The two candidates have packed their schedules today with events in efforts to drum up last-minute support. A loss will certainly increase pressure on her to exit the race, with Obama leading in delegates and the popular vote.

Pennsylvania is the largest of the 10 contests remaining, with 158 delegates up for grabs

April 20, 2008

Obama back on campaign trail in Pennsylvania

READING (AP) - Democrat Barack Obama greeted parishioners after church Sunday morning in Lebanon, then dropped by a family-style restaurant in Robesonia, where he chatted up diners and bought pies. Pennsylvanians head to the polls on Tuesday, and the senator

from Illinois told just about every diner that he needs their vote. From there, Obama was off to Reading for a town hall meeting. As he took the stage, his campaign rolled out a new television ad assailing rival Hillary Rodham Clinton for "eleventh-hour smears, paid for by lobbyist money. Obama said he hasn't accepted contributions from federal lobbyists, and faulted Clinton for suggesting that he has.

April 18, 2008

Clinton, Obama complain about complaining

RADNOR (AP) - Democratic presidential rivals Hillary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama are complaining about which candidate is the biggest complainer. The issue is their treatment in debates. Obama, the front-runner for the nomination, is objecting to the questions posed this week in one moderated by ABC News. Many of the toughest questions were targeted at him and he has said too much time was spent on political divisions instead of issues that matter to Americans.

Today, Clinton said that if Obama thinks the debate was tough, it pales in comparison to the pressures a president faces. She told voters in suburban Philadelphia she's "with Harry Truman on this." She said, "If you can't stand the heat get out of the kitchen."

April 17, 2008

Obama in Williamsport
WILLIAMSPORT --Barack Obama will be in Williamsport Friday. He's campaigning at Lycoming College. Obama will be speaking at 3:30p.m.

Obama, Clinton debate as Pennsylvania primary looms

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Tonight's debate between Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton will be the 21st of the Democratic presidential nominating contest. It could also be the last. Clinton and Obama haven't met for a debate in nearly two months. The last time was in Cleveland on February 26th, shortly before Clinton injected new life into her campaign with primary wins in Ohio and Texas. Since then, there has been tough talk and finger-pointing between the rivals and their campaigns. Both candidates are vying for victory in next week's Pennsylvania primary. Polls show Clinton leading Obama in Pennsylvania, but the margin has greatly narrowed in recent weeks. ABC News is hosting tonight's meeting in Philadelphia. Another debate is possible in North Carolina this Saturday. Obama has accepted, but Clinton has not.

Obama reports income of $4.2 million in 2007 tax returns

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Democratic Sen. Barack Obama reported $4.2 million in income in 2007. The presidential candidate released his tax returns on Wednesday. He said his adjusted gross income was around $4.2 million, with $4 million coming from the profits on his two books - "Dreams From My Father" and "The Audacity of Hope." His Senate salary is $260,735. Obama paid federal taxes of $1.4 million. Charitable contributions were $240,370. The campaign released the returns just hours before a candidate debate.

Hillary Clinton To "barnstorm" PA

PHILADELPHIA – The Pennsylvania for Hillary campaign today announced Hillary Clinton would criss-cross the state from Thursday, April 17th through Tuesday, April 22^nd. Other surrogates including President Clinton, Members of Congress, and other special guests will campaign throughout the state as well. Stops include Haverford and Philadelphia Thursday and Friday, and other locations TBA.

April 16, 2008

President Clinton stumps for Hillary at IUP

KITTANNING (AP) - Former President Bill Clinton says Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, will be the best president for small western Pennsylvania towns like Indiana and Kittanning, where he was greeted by hundreds of residents in separate campaign stops. He said at both stops that his wife's campaign has focused on small towns and rural areas because that is America. President Clinton is scheduled to move on to Clarion, New Castle and Cranberry Township in Butler County on Wednesday, ahead of Hillary’s debate in Philadelphia with Barack Obama.

Rocker Springsteen backs Obama

WASHINGTON (AP) - Rock star Bruce Springsteen is endorsing Obama for president. Springsteen says the Illinois senator speaks to the America that he's envisioned in his music for the past 35 years. In a letter posted on his Web site, Springsteen says Obama is the best candidate to undo what he calls "the terrible damage done over the past eight years." Springsteen did not directly mention Hillary Rodham Clinton. He did appear to take issue with her recent criticisms of comments made by Obama about working-class voters in small towns in Pennsylvania and controversial statements by his retired pastor, the Reverend Jeremiah Wright.

April 15, 2008

Poll: Clinton holding the line in Pa

UNDATED (AP) - A new poll suggests Hillary Rodham Clinton is holding her lead over Barack Obama ahead of Pennsylvania's Democratic presidential primary. With a week to go before the Keystone State primary, the Quinnipiac University poll shows Clinton leading
by six points, with the support of 50 percent of those surveyed to
Obama's 44 percent. After three weeks of shifts, those percentages remain unchanged from a week earlier. However, the breakdown is different. The poll suggests Obama's support among the state's black voters has risen from 75 percent to 86 percent. Clinton's advantage among whites remains about the same, 57 percent to 37 percent for Obama. Among the respondents, a quarter of Clinton's supporters say
they'd vote for McCain in the general election if Obama were the nominee, while 19 percent of his backers say they'll vote for the
Republican if the Democrats choose Clinton.

Clinton to guest on 'Colbert Report'

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Hillary Clinton hopes another appearance on a comedy show will give her a boost in Pennsylvania. The Democratic presidential candidate will make her first appearance on Comedy Central's "The Colbert Report" Thursday. Both Clinton and Steven Colbert have come to Pennsylvania ahead of the state's key Democratic primary. Barack Obama also is in Pennsylvania, but has thus far declined the mock pundit's invitation. Obama's wife, Michelle, will appear on the show tonight.

Clinton appeared on "Saturday Night Live" earlier in the year,

April 14, 2008

Busy week planned for Chelsea

PHILADELPHIA – Former first daughter Chelsea Clinton will criss-cross the state on a three-day bus tour starting Monday. Chelsea will travel from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia, making Tuesday stops in Waynesburg, Johnstown, Chambersburg, Mechanicsburg. Wednesday appearances are planned for Harrisburg, Lancaster, and Allentown, and Wednesday night at the Democratic Debate in Philadelphia.

Obama questions Clinton on trade

PITTSBURGH (AP) - Barack Obama is taking a shot at Hillary Rodham Clinton's efforts to appeal to working class voters. Speaking to the Alliance for American Manufacturing in Pittsburgh, Obama questioned her opposition to free-trade agreements. Obama noted that NAFTA was passed while Clinton's husband was president and her top campaign strategist met with Colombian officials to help push for passage of a deal. Obama said a candidate can't "spend the better part of two decades" campaigning for free trade agreements then come to Pennsylvania "and tell the steelworkers you've been with them all along."

April 13, 2008

Bill Clinton champions wife's campaign, swipes at Obama

BLOOMSBURG (AP) - Bill Clinton is taking a swipe at remarks about small-town voters made by his wife's rival for the Democratic presidential nomination and trumpeting her credentials with a little more than a week left until the critical Pennsylvania primary. Clinton told a crowd gathered in a middle-school gym that those he has spoken to are not bitter, but proud, and they want the country to go in a different direction. Clinton was referring to remarks made by Illinois Senator Barack Obama last week, when he explained his troubles winning over working class voters by saying they have become frustrated with the country's economic conditions.

April 12, 2008

Bill campaigns for Hill Sunday at Bucknell

LEWISBURG – 42^nd US President Bill Clinton will visit Bucknell University Sunday at 11:15 a.m. He’ll be speaking on behalf of his wife and Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton. The talk is planned for Sojka Pavilion. Doors will open at 10:15 a.m. Entrance and seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis. The appearance is sponsored by Bucknell's College Democrats, and will also be simulcast in Trout Auditorium. Several surrogates representing the campaigns of Hillary Clinton and her Democratic opponent Barack Obama have visited Bucknell over the past several weeks. Former first daughter Chelsea Clinton visited Bucknell on April 3.

Bucknell President Brian C. Mitchell notes that all of the presidential candidates from all parties are invited to speak. The University does not endorse any candidate or party, but encourages engagement in the democratic process and critical thinking and analysis of the candidates and the issues. Bill Clinton served as president from 1993 to 2001. (Matt Farrand)

Specter predicts Obama as PA Primary winner

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Sen. Arlen Specter predicts Sen. Barack Obama will win Pennsylvania's Democratic presidential primary. The moderate Republican told CNN on Friday, "It's only one man's opinion, but I would pick Obama at this stage." Specter notes that polls have shown Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton with a 16 percentage point lead in the past, but only a 5-point lead more recently. He says that looks like a trend. He also notes that Obama has more money and is buying more television advertising. Specter also says presumptive Republican nominee Sen. John McCain can win Pennsylvania in the general election, saying McCain will appeal to moderate suburban voters.

Peterson endorsement

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) - Rep. John Peterson is endorsing fellow Republican Glenn Thompson in the crowded primary race to replace him in Congress. Peterson says Thompson has the right mix of experience and leadership qualities to take over his north-central Pennsylvania seat. A manager for Susquehanna Health Rehab Services, Thompson is also chair of the Centre County Republican Party. Thompson is one of nine Republicans on the ballot to replace Peterson, who is retiring at the end of this term. There are three candidates on the Democratic side.

April 11, 2008

Clinton outlines anti-crime plan

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton is calling for more federal help for local communities battling drugs and crime. Clinton is calling for the reinstatement of anti-crime programs enacted during her husband's time in the White House. The candidate says her plan would steer nonviolent offenders away from prisons, which are crowded with drug users. She said she would also eliminate a federal mandate that's tougher on crack cocaine users than other cocaine users.

Hillary in Philly Friday

PHILADELPHIA – The Hillary Clinton for President campaign announced details of the candidate’s return to PA for Friday, April 11. Hillary will deliver a "Solutions for Safe and Secure Communities Now" speech at the West Philadelphia YMCA at 10:00a.m., and attend a "Solutions for the Urban Economy" event with Mayor Michael Nutter at 5:00p.m. at Drexel University. The "Solutions for the Urban Economy" event is free and open to the public.

April 10, 2008

McCain erases Obama lead

WASHINGTON (AP) - A new national poll suggests John McCain is
gaining ground regardless of which Democratic candidate ends up
with the nomination. In an Associated Press-Ipsos national poll, McCain has erased Barack Obama's 10-point advantage in a head-to-head matchup. An AP-Ipsos poll taken in late February had Obama leading McCain 51-41 percent. The current survey, conducted this week, has them at 45 percent each with McCain leading Obama among men, whites, Southerners, married women and independents. In the February poll, Hillary Rodham Clinton led McCain 48 percent to 43 percent. In the latest poll, Clinton holds a 48 percent to 45 percent advantage over McCain. Clinton and McCain are statistically tied when the poll's margin of error of 3.1 percentage points is factored in.

Elton raises $2.5 million for Hillary

NEW YORK (AP) - Democrat Hillary Clinton's campaign coffers are $2.5 million fuller, thanks to a pop music icon. Rocker Elton John played a benefit concert for Clinton at New York's Radio City Music Hall last night. The English singer, composer and pianist sang Clinton's praises before he sang his 1970 breakthrough hits "Your Song" and "Border Song." Campaign aides say the cheapest tickets went for $125 and $250 and sold out quickly.

The other seats were filled by fans paying as much as $2,300, the limit for an individual's contribution to a federal candidate

April 9, 2008

Campaign continues with Barack Obama, Madeline Albright

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama is bringing his campaign back to Pennsylvania. Obama will be in suburban Philadelphia on Wednesday to hold town meetings at Great Valley High School in Malvern and at Truman High School in Levittown. Former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright will attend a campaign event Wednesday morning on behalf of Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton at the Union League of Philadelphia. From there, Albright will make appearances on behalf of Clinton at Kutztown and Lehigh universities and at Bryn Mawr College. Obama and Clinton will face off in a debate next week in Philadelphia. It's set for 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 16, at the National Constitution Center.

Rocker Elton John to perform for Hillary

PHILADELPHIA – Wednesday, April 9, Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton attends a “Solutions for a Strong Military” town hall with senior retired military officers and veterans in Aliquippa. Later, she travels to New York City and participates in the Irish American Presidential Forum followed by the “Elton-Hillary: One Night Only" Concert.

On Thursday, April 10, Hillary delivers the keynote address at the Allegheny County Democratic Committee's Jefferson/Jackson Dinner.

Chelsea to swing through PA this week

PHILADELPHIA – The Hillary Clinton for President campaign today announced Chelsea Clinton will return to Pennsylvania this week, making stops in Philadelphia, Villanova, and State College on Thursday, April 10, and Slippery Rock, Edinboro and Philadelphia on Friday, April 11.

April 8, 2008

Poll shows Obama gaining in Pa. race

UNDATED (AP) - A new poll suggests Barack Obama is gaining ground in Pennsylvania. Two weeks before the Keystone State primary, the Quinnipiac University poll shows Hillary Rodham Clinton still out front among Democratic voters there. Fifty percent of those surveyed favored Clinton, while 44 percent said they were backing Obama. Clinton's margin in the survey has been shrinking over the past few weeks. In mid-March she had a lead of 12 percentage points. Last week, that had dropped to nine, and now it's six. The poll suggests Obama remains more popular among the Pennsylvania's black voters, 75 percent to 17 percent, while Clinton does better among whites, 56 percent to 38 percent. As in past surveys, Clinton leads among older voters and Obama leads among younger ones. The margin of error in the Quinnipiac poll is plus or minus 2.7 percent.

Hillary releases Scranton-themed television commercial

SCRANTON -- The Hillary Clinton for President campaign today unveiled a new television advertisement highlighting Mrs. Clinton’s roots in Scranton. The 30-second spot is titled “Scranton." The candidate’s grandparents settled in Scranton over a century ago. Hillary’s father was born and raised there, graduated from Central High School in 1931, then attended Penn State and played football. (Matt Farrand)

April 7, 2008

PA Voter registration approaches record level

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - Voter registration for Pennsylvania's presidential primary may set an all-time record. State officials Monday released updated numbers that show total registration at about 8.3 million - fewer than 50,000 votes shy of the record set in the last presidential election. And that number will increase, because county officials aren't finished processing all the applications that were filed by the March 24 deadline. The number of Democrats now stands at 4.2 million - an increase of 8 percent since last fall's election. The Republican total is 3.2 million - a decline of about 2 percent.

Clinton to Bush: Boycott OG opening ceremony

WASHINGTON (AP) - Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton thinks President Bush should boycott this summer's Olympics opening ceremonies in Beijing. The Democratic presidential candidate points to the recent clashes in Tibet and questions about China's relationship with Sudan, saying Bush should stay away "absent major changes by the Chinese government."

Penn out as Clinton senior strategist

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (AP) - Mark Penn is no longer the senior strategist for Hillary Rodham Clinton's presidential campaign. It was disclosed he'd met with representatives of the Colombian government to help promote a free trade agreement that Clinton opposes. Campaign manager Maggie Williams says communications director Howard Wolfson and pollster Geoff Garin will craft strategy from now on. Penn will continue to provide polling data and advice to the campaign.

Clinton announces new effort on breast cancer research

WASHINGTON (AP) - Hillary Clinton says the government should do more to fight breast cancer, and is calling for a $300 million boost in annual breast-cancer research. It would emphasize treatment and pinning down possible genetic and environmental causes. Clinton took her presidential campaign to the Ellen DeGeneres TV show today. In her taped appearance, Clinton says she would set a goal of finding a cure for the disease within 10 years.

April 5, 2008

Clinton campaign goes door-to-door

PHILADELPHIA – The Clinton campaign Friday announced a “Walk It to Win It” weekend, a statewide canvassing program that will deploy thousands of volunteers and staff across the state to knock on doors and urge Pennsylvanians support for Hillary Clinton. Williamsport for Hillary Holds “Walk It to Win It” Canvass Kick-Off at 175 Pine Street, Williamsport, at 1:00 p.m.

April 4, 2008

Clintons report $109.2 million income over 7 years

WASHINGTON (AP) - Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton and former President Clinton report nearly $109.2 million in income for seven years in newly released tax data. The Democratic presidential candidate and her husband paid $33.8 million in taxes from 2000 through 2007. They listed $10.25 million in charitable contributions during that period. Neither Obama nor Republican Sen. John McCain have made their 2007 tax returns public, though both say they will this month.

Former GOP congressman considering Libertarian bid

WASHINGTON (AP) - Former Republican congressman Bob Barr may soon be in the presidential race as a Libertarian. Barr left the Republican party in 2006 over what he called bloated spending and civil liberties intrusions by the Bush administration. He is expected to make an announcement tomorrow at a Libertarian conference in Kansas City

April 3, 2008

Hundreds turn out to hear Chelsea Clinton at Bucknell

LEWISBURG – Nearly 500 people were in attendance at Bucknell University Thursday to hear former first daughter Chelsea Clinton speak in support of her mother, Hillary Clinton, who is seeking the Democratic presidential nomination. Clinton says she is a passionate supporter of her mother.

Clinton spoke on numerous topics including her mother’s stance on disabilities in jobs. She says the Americans With Disabilities Act is up for renewal this year and Hillary thinks it should be renewed and extended in order to strengthen non-discrimination aspects of it and strengthen incentive to employers.

A Bucknell student asked why this election affects them and Chelsea explained that since young people have a profound awareness on topical issues nowadays, it’s important to have their voices heard.

Chelsea says that she does disagree with her mom on the issue of civil unions. Hillary supports them, while Chelsea says she does not. Clinton took questions for about an hour on the Bucknell campus. From there she moved on to Bloomsburg University and King of Prussia.

WKOK's Sara Lauver with Chelsea Clinton

What do Bucknell students think of Chelsea Clinton’s visit?

LEWISBURG – The Weis Center for Performing Arts on the Bucknell University campus was packed Thursday for the visit of Chelsea Clinton, but what did students actually think of her? Freshman Kelly Lovallo says Clinton’s talk has taught her a lot about Hillary, and that is now where she will cast her vote on April 22^nd. Others, like Senior Rebecca Vehik, weren’t so convinced. Vehik says she respects both candidates, but will vote for Obama because he inspires hope.

This Saturday, Bucknell will welcome Stephan Jenkins, lead singer for the rock group Third Eye Blind, to the Trout Auditorium to talk about and show his support for Clinton rival Barack Obama. In February, University President Brian Mitchell invited all of the presidential candidates to speak on campus.

Bill Clinton: Wife's critics think upcoming votes 'don't count'

ALTOONA, Pa. (AP) - Bill Clinton took a verbal jab at critics of his wife's bid for the Democratic nomination for president. The former president spoke Thursday to about 1,900 people at Penn State-Altoona on behalf of Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton. Clinton says some people in the media and the political elite contend that the votes of people in Pennsylvania, Indiana and other states still yet to go to the polls "don't count." He also says critics think it's OK to "disenfranchise" voters in Michigan and Florida, and that they are afraid Hillary Clinton will win. The Democratic Party stripped Florida and Michigan of their delegates to the national convention in Denver because they ignored party rules and moved their primaries to January.

Officials say spike in new voter registration has raised issue

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - An avalanche of registrations by first-time voters is causing some concerns about whether they'll know they need identification in order to cast a ballot. Rep. Babette Josephs, the Philadelphia Democrat who chairs the House State Government Committee, says she's worried that many of those first-timers won't be able to vote as a result. Officials say rookie voters who don't have identification will get the chance to obtain it and return to the polls. If that isn't practical, they'll be given provisional ballots, but will still have to come back later with a form of valid ID, such as a driver's license.

Obama raises $40 million in March

WASHINGTON (AP) - Barack Obama's office says the Democratic candidate is second to none in campaign cash. The presidential hopeful raised more than 40 million dollars last month. The Obama campaign says that included more than 200-thousand first-time contributors, boosting his vast network of donors to nearly 1.3 million. Hillary Rodham Clinton is expected to have raised about 20 million dollars in March -- about half Obama's total. Her campaign has not yet announced totals for last month.

Hillary campaign announces Thursday stops for Chelsea, Bill

PHILADELPHIA – The Clinton campaign today announced Chelsea Clinton would continue campaigning in the Keystone State on Thursday, April 3, making stops in Hershey, Lewisburg, Bloomsburg and King of Prussia.

JOHNSTOWN – President Bill Clinton will travel to Altoona Thursday, April 3, and host a “Solutions for America” event at the Steven A. Adler Athletic Complex on the campus of Pennsylvania State University Altoona. The event is free and open to the public.

April 2, 2008

Polls: Obama gains on Clinton in Pa.

WASHINGTON (AP) - Presidential polls in Pennsylvania suggest that Barack Obama is gaining ground on Hillary Rodham Clinton by drawing more support from men and younger voters. According to a Quinnipiac University poll released today, Clinton is ahead in the state 50 percent to 41 percent. However, Clinton's lead has steadily eroded from 16 points in mid-February and 12 points in mid-March in the same survey. Clinton trails Obama in the national popular vote and among delegates to the party's August convention. But she is expected to do well on April 22nd because Pennsylvania has large numbers of voters who typically support her, including older people, whites, and those without a college education. The Quinnipiac poll was conducted from March 24th through March 31st. It involved telephone interviews with 1,549 likely Democratic voters. The margin of error was plus or minus 2.5 percentage points.

Obama says Gore would be considered for top post

WALLINGFORD, Pa. (AP) - Barack Obama says he'd consider putting Al Gore in a Cabinet-level position. The Illinois Democrat was asked about Gore during a campaign stop in Pennsylvania today. Obama said he hoped Gore would play a central role in helping the U.S. address the problems associated with climate change. He says Gore is someone he talks to on a "regular basis." Gore's is perhaps the most coveted Democratic endorsement in the race between Obama and rival Hillary Rodham Clinton. The relationship between Gore and the Clintons soured during the 2000 presidential race. That's when Gore limited Bill Clinton's campaigning on his behalf.

Clinton proposes “insourcing”

PITTSBURGH – Democrat Hillary Clinton today proposed tax incentives for companies that outsource jobs and use the savings to encourage U.S. companies to create, or “insource,” jobs in the US. The agenda provides $7 billion per year in new tax benefits. Hillary made the announcement at an economic summit hosted by the campaign focused on “Jobs For the 21st Century.” The event marked the end of Hillary’s six-day Solutions For The American Economy Tour.

Former First Daughter slated for Bucknell appearance

LEWISBURG – The former “first daughter” will visit Bucknell University Thursday. Director of Media Relations Tom Evelyn confirms that Chelsea Clinton will make an appearance at 12 noon, at a campus site to be determined. Meantime, The Hillary Clinton for President campaign confirms other Central PA appearances for Chelsea on Wednesday. They include stops at York College, an elementary school in Hanover, and art gallery in Harrisburg.

The younger Clinton is active in Hillary’s campaign for the Democratic nomination for president, as is husband Bill Clinton. The 41^st President appeared in Girardville and Williamsport Saturday. (Matt Farrand)

April 1, 2008

Obama focuses on McCain, largely ignores Clinton

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) - Barack Obama is talking about the elephant in the race today: Republican John McCain. And he's been largely ignoring his rival for the Democratic nomination, Hillary Rodham Clinton. Both Democratic contenders have been campaigning in Pennsylvania today, where recent polls give Clinton a double-digit lead. But Obama spent much of the day focusing on his differences with McCain. The Illinois senator says while McCain's biography is "worthy" of admiration; he has arguments with the likely Republican nominee's policies. Obama cast a McCain presidency as a four-year extension of President Bush's economic and military policies. Obama also responded to McCain's criticisms that he's inexperienced on national security matters. Obama says McCain would keep thousands of troops in Iraq for as long as 100 years and that would be "wrong" for both national security and the economy.

Clinton to Obama: Let's go bowling for delegates

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - It was quite an April Fools Day prank that Hillary Rodham Clinton pulled on reporters. The Democratic candidate walked into a Philadelphia news conference, looking somber. Reporters anticipated a big announcement. Clinton told them it's been a "hard fought race," and that she needs to "do something so that our party and our people can make the right decision." She then announced she's challenging Barack Obama to a bowling competition, calling attention to the Illinois senator's recent poor performance at a Pennsylvania bowling alley. Clinton said she wants it to be winner take all, and that she's willing to spot Obama two frames. She continued that it was time for Obama's campaign "to get out of the gutter and allow pins to be counted." She says when the phone rings at 3 a.m., the nation needs "a president ready to bowl on day one." And she urged Obama to "strike a deal" because "we don't have a moment to spare."

Former First Daughter slated for Bucknell appearance

LEWISBURG – The former “first daughter” will visit Bucknell University Thursday. Director of Media Relations Tom Evelyn confirms that Chelsea Clinton will make an appearance at noon, at a site to be determined. The younger Clinton is active in Hillary’s campaign for the Democratic nomination for president, as is husband Bill Clinton. The 41^st President appeared in Girardville and Williamsport Saturday.

Meantime, The Hillary Clinton for President campaign confirms other Central PA appearances for Chelsea on Wednesday. Details of Wednesday’s plans have yet to be released

We’ll have further details for you as soon as they are confirmed, and they’ll be posted at WKOK’s Election Central 2008. (Matt Farrand)

Hillary returns to PA to campaign

WASHINGTON – NY Senator Hillary Clinton is back in Pennsylvania, campaigning again for the Democratic presidential nomination. The Hillary Clinton for President campaign says Tuesday appearances are scheduled for Philadelphia, Wilkes-Barre and Erie. Wednesday appearances are planned for the Pittsburgh area.

March 31, 2008

Clinton says Obama, allies want to stop states from voting

HARRISBURG (AP) - Democratic Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton is accusing rival Sen. Barack Obama and his allies of trying to stop people from voting. The Obama campaign dismisses Clinton's criticism as "completely laughable. Clinton vows to press on with her campaign in sates with upcoming primaries. She suggests Obama and his supporters wanted to keep those states from playing a role in selecting the party's presidential nominee.

Montana holds its primary June 3. The New York senator made similar comments in interviews with stations in Indiana and North Carolina, which hold primaries May 6. Obama leads the overall race for the Democratic nomination with 1,631 delegates, including separately chosen party and elected officials known as superdelegates. Clinton has 1,501, according to the latest AP tally.

Pennsylvania voters elect few women, blacks

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - Voters in Pennsylvania rarely elect black and female candidates. But they'll have to choose one or the other in the April 22^nd Democratic presidential primary between Senators Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton. Political operatives and scholars don't have a consensus explanation for the political glass ceiling in a state that currently has only one black and one woman in its 21-member congressional delegation and has never had a black or female governor. Some chalk it up to the parties' failure to recruit more women and blacks, and a tendency to favor incumbents over untested upstarts. Some theories hold that juggling young families and political careers deters women from seeking full-time office. And some believe the concentration of blacks in urban areas works against black candidates for statewide office who must seek votes in predominantly white rural counties.

Another female senator backs Obama

LANCASTER, Pa. (AP) - Senator Amy Klobuchar says she was "between Barack and a hard place," so she's choosing Obama. The freshman Democrat from Minnesota is the second female senator to endorse Obama's presidential bid. Klobuchar says Obama is "able to dissolve the hard cynical edge that has dominated" politics in recent years. She says she was forced to choose because remaining uncommitted had become too difficult. Klobuchar joins Missouri Senator Claire McCaskill in backing Obama, who hasn't fared as well with white female voters as Hillary Rodham Clinton has in the primaries. The two presidential candidates each have the backing of 13 senators now. Those senators will be superdelegates to the convention. Obama is continuing his six-day tour of Pennsylvania today. Recent polls in the state show Clinton holding a double-digit lead. The primary is April 22nd.

Rendell predicts Clinton's lead in Pa. will shrink

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell predicts that Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton's lead over Sen. Barack Obama will shrink before the April 22 primary. Rendell, a Clinton supporter, spoke Monday morning on ABC-TV's "Good Morning America." He appeared with Sen. Bob Casey, a Pennsylvania Democrat and an Obama supporter. Casey says Obama is "certainly the underdog in our state." Rendell also said the Obama campaign doesn't want a revote in Michigan and Florida because Obama's supporters know Clinton would win. He predicted that she would likely win by enough votes to emerge as the popular vote leader. Casey said any revotes in Florida and Michigan should be up to the state parties.

Clinton says proposed Fed overhaul "falls short"

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - Democrat Hillary Rodham Clinton says the Bush administration's plan to overhaul regulation of U.S. financial institutions "comes late and falls short." The New York senator says the government must move more assertively to contain the mortgage and credit crisis and find ways to ease soaring rates of home foreclosures. Clinton has focused on the nation's economic woes in appearances in Pennsylvania and other states holding primaries in coming weeks. She is trying to persuade voters that she is better prepared to tackle economic challenges than rival Barack Obama and Republican nominee-in-waiting John McCain. The former first lady pledged as president to offer $100 billion in tax cuts for middle class families to pay for health care, education and other costs.

March 30, 2008

Bill, Hillary make western campaign stops

INDIANAPOLIS, IN -- Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton continues to rebuke calls for her to quit her current campaign, while fellow candidate Barack Obama says Clinton should stay in the race, “for as long as she wants.” Hillary is spending much of the weekend at stops in Indiana and Kentucky. Meantime, 42^nd US President continues to campaign for wife Hillary in Montana and Oregon.

March 29, 2008

Clinton campaigns for Clinton in “Billtown”

WILLIAMSPORT – Bill Clinton says talk that his wife Hillary ought to drop out of the race for the Democratic presidential nomination is out of line. The 42^nd US President spoke on her behalf Saturday at Lycoming College. Barbara Sundin of Lewisburg is a long time supporter and was among the more than 2,000 on hand. She says she’s been a fan of Clinton since the early 1990’s, and his charisma helped her convince her husband to switch party affiliation to Democrat.

Sundin is the Treasurer of the Union county democratic committee, but she says she personally supports Hilary Clinton and cites her experience working inside the Washington community. She notes though opponent Barack Obama is skilled as an orator, the notion that he can change Washington DC from the “inside” is a “naïve position.” (Matt Farrand)

Obama, Hillary stress job creation while campaigning

UNDATED (AP) - Jobs are the main topic as Democrats Hillary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama campaign in industrial states. Obama, on a six-day bus tour of Pennsylvania, says some industrial and manufacturing jobs may not return to the steel region, but others could take their place.

Obama toured a factory that makes the wires that eventually become Slinky toys. Clinton also stressed job creation at campaign stops in Indiana and Kentucky. She vowed to help manufacturers transition to new industries like clean energy and end tax breaks for American companies that ship jobs overseas. Jobs and the economy are front and center in the remaining primary contests between the two Democratic hopefuls.

March 28, 2008

Bill Clinton campaigns in "Billtown"

HARRISBURG – America’s 42^nd President will visit Williamsport Saturday on behalf of the woman who wants to become the 44^th President. The Hillary Clinton for President campaign says husband Bill Clinton will host a “Solutions for America” event at Lycoming College. It is scheduled for 3:30pm. The rallies are considered signature events for the campaign, and this one will feature Representative Tim Holden. It follows a morning appearance at a St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Girardville. (Matt Farrand)

Poll: Obama leads Clinton nationally

The latest nationwide Gallup poll shows Barack Obama with an 8-point lead over Hillary Rodham Clinton among Democratic voters. It's the first statistically significant lead he's held in the Gallup survey since the controversy arose over sermons by the candidate's longtime pastor, the Reverend Jeremiah Wright. It also matches the largest lead he's had since Gallup began nightly polling in early January. Fifty percent of respondents to the poll said they prefer Obama, while 42 percent picked Clinton. The poll has a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percentage points

Immaculate Reception, the Bus and Hannibal Lecter

PITTSBURGH (AP) - As Democratic Sen. Barack Obama collected the endorsement of Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey Jr., he was accompanied by quick-footed former Pittsburgh Steelers stars. They are Franco Harris, famed for his "Immaculate Reception" in 1972, and Jerome Bettis, known in Pittsburgh as "the Bus." He's a Steeler star from the Super Bowl in 2006. It happened at the Soldiers and Sailors Military Museum and Memorial, an imposing stone structure. After the event, reporters were led up a long, winding staircase to write their stories in a room familiar to some movie aficionados. It was the room used in the 1991 film "The Silence of the Lambs" in which Dr. Hannibal Lecter is imprisoned in a giant steel cage. Lecter escapes after some slicing and dicing of his guards.

Leahy to Hillary: "Back Obama"

MONTPELIER, VT (AP) - Sen. Patrick Leahy says Hillary Rodham Clinton should abandon her White House run. The Vermont Democrat says there is no way that Senator Clinton is going to win enough delegates to get the nomination. Leahy told Vermont Public Radio in an interview Wednesday that Clinton should be backing Senator Barack Obama. Leahy endorsed Obama in January.

Meantime, Hillary Clinton plans to campaign in Kentucky this weekend.

Obama picking up key endorsement in Pennsylvania

NEW YORK (AP) - Barack Obama's campaign says he's won the endorsement of Pennsylvania's Democratic Senator Bob Casey. A campaign spokeswoman says the endorsement will come in Pittsburgh today as Obama begins a six-day campaign swing through the Keystone State. Pennsylvania is the next big prize in the tough contest between Obama and Hillary Clinton. She holds a double-digit lead in recent voter polls in Pennsylvania, with the primary now a little over three weeks away. Casey is a first-term senator and the son of a popular former governor. His support could help Obama make inroads among Catholic voters. Catholics constitute more than 30 percent of the state. Casey is scheduled to join Obama in Pittsburgh today and campaign with him in a cross-state bus tour.

Bill Clinton: Likes Huckabee, but prefers Hillary

LEWISTOWN, Pa. (AP) - Bill Clinton likes Mike Huckabee, but prefers his wife when it comes to candidates for president. The former president appeared at a high school in Lewistown during a five-town campaign swing Thursday through Pennsylvania for New York Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton. He says his wife would improve the economy. A teenager held up a sign that read "Huckabee Supporter," drawing some boos. Clinton urged the boos to stop. Huckabee is a former Republican presidential candidate. He and Clinton are both former governors of Arkansas. Clinton says he likes Huckabee, but that voters had to pick the right candidate for president - Hillary Clinton. His final stop Thursday was scheduled for State College.

March 27, 2008

Bill Clinton: Wife will change lives if elected

CARLISLE, Pa. (AP) - Bill Clinton says his wife would do more to improve the lives of Americans than would the other two major presidential candidates. The former president spoke Thursday to more than 2,000 people at the Dickinson College gym in Carlisle. Earlier in the day at Pottstown High School near Philadelphia, Clinton called the long presidential campaign a "wild ride." Clinton is in Pennsylvania to campaign for New York Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton. Bill Clinton says the Keystone State's April 22 primary will help settle the Democratic nomination fight between the former first lady and Illinois Sen. Barack Obama. Clinton also appeared at Albright College in Reading Thursday and is scheduled to make later stops in Lewistown and State College. He's been joined at all three events by Gov. Ed Rendell, who has endorsed Hillary Clinton.

Figuring out the Catholic vote in Pa. critical for Clinton, Obama

SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) - Sen Hillary Rodham Clinton has fared well among Roman Catholic voters in early primary states. She holds a substantial lead over Sen. Barack Obama among Catholic Democrats in Pennsylvania polls. But Obama is unwilling to concede the Catholic vote. He plans small round-table meetings and "listening sessions" with Catholic voters in Pennsylvania's urban and rural areas. He also plans e-mails and phone banks targeting Catholics. Clinton spokesman Mark Nevins said Catholics connect with Clinton's message and Pennsylvanians value her ties to Scranton. That's where her father was born and raised and she was christened at the Court Street Methodist Church. Clinton is a Methodist and Obama is a member of the United Church of Christ.

$25-dollar donor to have dinner with White House hopeful

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - An Indiana woman who contributed to Barack Obama's campaign has won a chance to have dinner with the presidential hopeful. Bonnie Locchetta, a single mother of three, says she's been following Obama since his 2004 speech at the Democratic convention. She donated $25 to his campaign. Locchetta says she plans to ask Obama about economic issues, including the cost of college and prescription medications. Obama's campaign is offering an "intimate dinner with Barack" to four supporters who donate money to his campaign by Monday. A date and location for the dinner, along with the three other guests, are still to be determined. Obama will speak in State College Sunday.

March 26, 2008

Chelsea, Bill campaign for Hill

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Chelsea Clinton will return to Pennsylvania on Thursday, March 27. She will visit a senior home in Bensalem and hold an “Our Voice, Our Future” event at West Chester University and an “America con Hillary" event in Philadelphia.

The Clinton campaign today announced President Bill Clinton returns to Pennsylvania Thursday, March 27, to campaign for Hillary. Clinton will host “Solutions for America” events in Pottstown, Reading, Carlisle, Lewistown, and State College.

March 25, 2008

Obama bus tour to begin Friday

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Sen. Barack Obama plans to return to Pennsylvania on Friday with a bus tour. His presidential campaign says the tour will begin in western Pennsylvania and conclude in southeastern Pennsylvania with numerous stops in between. The specific locations weren't immediately announced. Right now, Obama is taking a break from the campaign with his family in the U.S. Virgin Islands. He and Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton are fighting for Pennsylvania's Democratic primary, which is April 22.

Pa. primary voters line up to sign up on last day to register

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - There are now more than 4 million registered Democrats in Pennsylvania. That benchmark was reached on the last day for Pennsylvanians to register to vote in the state's April 22 primary. The figures show modest declines in the ranks of Republicans and independents. They reflect intense interest in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination and concerted voter recruitment efforts by the candidates. The figures released by state elections officials don't include the final hours of voter registration in the state's 67 counties. They also don't include mailed-in applications, which count as long as they are postmarked Monday.

March 24, 2008

Pa. primary voters line up to sign up on last day to register

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - The business of registering Pennsylvanians to vote is brisker than ever in many counties Monday, the deadline for the April 22 primary. Joseph Passarella is the director of voter services in Montgomery County. He says "it's very heavy" there. People were at the counter long before the office opened. Montgomery County is among the suburban Philadelphia counties that have seen large increases in Democratic enrollment as the nomination battle between Sens. Hillary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama rages on. Only registered Democrats and Republicans can vote in the primary, which also includes candidates for nominations for the statewide row offices, Congress and the state Legislature. As of March 17, statewide Democratic enrollment had swelled by more than 111,000 - an increase of about 3 percent in less than six months.

Clinton not committing to April debate in North Carolina

WASHINGTON (AP) - Hillary Rodham Clinton has yet to say whether she'll debate Barack Obama next month in North Carolina. Both candidates plan to participate in an ABC News debate on April 16th in Philadelphia. Obama also has agreed to a CBS-hosted debate April 19th in North Carolina. The Pennsylvania primary is scheduled for three days later, while North Carolina holds its primary two weeks after that. A Clinton spokesman say the campaign is still working through the details. Howard Wolfson says he's "quite confident" there will be more debates. Clinton ran a statewide television ad in Wisconsin before its February primary, challenging Obama to debate there, as she struggled to regain momentum after a string of Obama victories. The two have debated 20 times during this campaign.

Clinton talks housing at Penn, to visit Uniontown, Greensburg

PHILADELPHIA – Democrat Hillary Clinton delivered what her campaign calls “a major policy address,” about housing in at the University of Pennsylvania today. The presidential candidate blames mortgage lenders and unregulated transactions in mortgage securities for high levels of recent foreclosures. She also claims the President has lost the confidence of the people in economic matters. Mrs. Clinton also plans to attend a “Pennsylvania Women for Hillary” organizing event, and hosts an evening “Solutions for America” rally in Uniontown.

On Tuesday, March 25, Hillary attends a “Solutions for the American Economy” town hall in Greensburg, PA. (Matt Farrand)

March 23, 2008

Monday registration deadline for Pa. primary voters

HARRISBURG (AP) - Pennsylvanians have one more day to register to vote in next month's presidential primary. Monday is the deadline to register and still be able to vote in the April 22 primary. Campaigns for the Democratic presidential candidates have been out in full force this weekend. Volunteers for Illinois Sen. Barack Obama and New York Sen. Hillary Clinton have been making big pushes for more voter support. Arizona Sen. John McCain remains mostly unchallenged on the Republican ballot. Clinton is scheduled to make a major campaign swing through Pennsylvania next week. The stops are set to kick off with a policy address at the University of Pennsylvania on Monday, followed by stops in the Philadelphia suburb of Blue Bell and then Uniontown in western Pennsylvania.

March 21, 2008

Scranton mayor supports Clinton campaign voter drive

SCRANTON - The Hillary Clinton campaign today announced Scranton Mayor Chris Doherty will join a canvass kick-off in Scranton, Saturday. The canvass is part an effort to encourage Pennsylvanians to register to vote in the Democratic primary.

March 20, 2008

Democratic primary contest swells party's ranks in Pa.

WAYNE (AP) - Pennsylvanians are rushing in record numbers
to sign up as Democrats. It's so they can vote in the April 22
presidential primary between Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham
Clinton. Many are lured by the historic drama of two U.S. senators vying to be the first black or female president. But the two campaigns also are busily recruiting independents, disgruntled Republicans and those who weren't previously registered at all. Only registered Democrats can vote for their party's candidates in the state's April 22 primary. Obama is hoping the recruits will help him overcome Clinton's solid lead - 12 points in one poll taken last weekend. At stake are 158 delegates to this summer's Democratic national convention - the biggest bloc of delegates still to be awarded.

Party switchers rise locally, too

MIDDLEBURG – The number of voters changing party affiliation exceeds the number of new voters registered recently in three local counties. Snyder County Director of Election Pat Nace says 132 voters have switched parties since February 1^st, while only 25 new voters have been signed up. More than 230 voters changed parties in Union County during the same period, while new registrations total about 178.

The number of party switches exceeds the number of new voters in Northumberland County by nearly 100 since the start of last month. Officials cannot disclose details. However, whether voters from one party can affect the outcome of another party’s primary is an idea that is being talked about during the 2008 campaigns. Monday the 24^th is the deadline to register or change parties in time for Pennsylvania’s April 22^nd Primary. (Matt Farrand)

March 19, 2008

Clinton campaign names NE PA press secretary

SCRANTON - The Clinton campaign today announced that Frank Rothman will serve as the press secretary for the Northeastern region of Pennsylvania. Rothman is one of six regional press secretaries positioned throughout the state. “We are excited to have such a talented and experienced press team in Pennsylvania to help deliver Hillary Clinton’s message to voters statewide,” said State Director Mary Isenhour.

Bill in Eastern PA, Hillary in Michigan, West Virginia

WILKES-BARRE -- Bill Clinton will stump for the Hillary Clinton campaign in eastern PA Wednesday. The 42nd President plans to appear in Allentown, Bethlehem, Stroudsburg and at a "Solutions for America" rally in Wilkes-Barre.

Also on Wednesday, March 19, Hillary is scheduled to travel to West Virginia. She will host a discussion with veterans in Huntington, WV and a "Solutions for America" town hall in Charleston, WV. However, the US Senator from NY appeared at a rally in Detroit, Michigan in the morning.

March 18, 2008

Clinton campaign back in Philly

PHILADELPHIA – Tuesday, March 18, Hillary Clinton attends a campaign event in Philadelphia and is expected to again call for a return of US troops from Iraq. Later, the NY senator will attend a "Solutions for America" town hall in Millersville.

March 17, 2008

Clinton talks Iraq War, in DC

WASHINGTON – No stops Monday in Pennsylvania for Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton. Instead, her campaign says the senator will deliver, “a major policy address on the War in Iraq,” at George Washington University. The campaign plans to open offices in Allentown on Monday. Clinton will visit PA again on Tuesday.

Obama scheduled to stump in Pennsylvania on Monday

MONACA (AP) - U.S. Sen. Barack Obama is bringing his presidential campaign to Pennsylvania. He will be in Beaver County late Monday morning to hold a town hall meeting. Obama canceled an appearance March 13 at the campus of Penn State-Beaver so he could participate in a Senate vote. Anyone with tickets to that event can use them to attend Monday's appearance at the Community College of Beaver County. The doors open at 10 a.m. Sen. Obama will appear at 11:30 a.m. In the evening, the senator will speak at the Society of Irish
Women Dinner in Scranton.

March 14, 2008

17-year olds to vote?

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - A state government committee is considering a bill that would allow 17-year-olds to vote in the primary if they will be 18 by the fall election. Six high school students are slated to testify on the issue at a hearing Friday at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. The legislation was introduced in the House by state Rep. Richard Grucela, a Democrat from Northampton County and a former teacher. Several other states already have enacted such legislation. The Pennsylvania primary is April 22.

Clinton campaign in Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH – Friday, March 14, Hillary Clinton travels to Pittsburgh to visit the Curran Gulf Gas Station to discuss the impact of high gas prices. She will attend a “Solutions for the American Economy” Rally that is open to the public that evening. Curran Gulf is Curran Gulf is at 4133 Liberty Ave, and the event is open only to the press. Friday’s “Solutions for the American Economy” Rally is at the Soldiers and Sailors Hall 4141 5th Ave, and begins at 6:00pm

John McCain is in Pennsylvania today

SPRINGFIELD – John McCain is spending a portion of his day in Pennsylvania today. His first stop was this morning for a town hall meeting in Springfield, Bradford County. He also plans to meet with the media at the Springfield Country Club. McCain was supposed to stop in Harrisburg for a public forum on Thursday, but had to cancel due to Senate votes. No other upcoming stops in Pennsylvania are planned, although campaign officials say its possible he will return to Pennsylvania before the primary on April 22^nd.

March 13, 2008

WKOK & Eagle 107 to broadcast debate LIVE

SELINSGROVE – The two GOP candidates vying for the 10th District Congressional seat will square off Monday in a debate. Chris Hackett and Dan Meuser will debate national and local issues during a one-hour forum hosted by the Susquehanna University College Republicans. Moderators, including WKOK’s Mark Lawrence, as well as a representative from The Daily Item and the SU College Republicans will each chose questions to present to the candidates. Citing the importance of the race, SU College Republican Chairman Mike Ubbens says they want to give the community a chance to listen to what each candidate has to say, and then make an educated decision on April 22nd. Both Hackett and Meuser will try to unseat incumbent Democrat Chris Carney for the position.

The debate will take place Monday at 7:30p.m. in the Isaacs Auditorium on the Susquehanna University campus. The public is invited to attend. The debate can also be heard live on WKOK and Eagle 107.

Sen. Clinton due in Pittsburgh on Friday, Saturday

PITTSBURGH (AP) - New York Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton has scheduled two campaign stops in Pittsburgh on Friday. She also plans to appear at the city's St. Patrick's Day parade on Saturday. Clinton's campaign has not released details about the Friday afternoon appearances. Clinton's campaign says she will also appear at a St. Patrick's Day parade in Scranton on Saturday.

March 10, 2008

Some hotly contested U.S