2008 Election Countdown

Bush pauses while speaking in the Rose Garden of the White House October 10, 2008 in Washington, DC. President Bush spoke about the current economic crisis. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski/Getty Images North America) With 25 days left until election 2008, President Bush told Americans not to be swayed by "uncertainty and fear" in a White House Rose Garden Speech. Bush didn't offer many specifics about current efforts to help damaged markets, but assured Americans: "We know what the problems... Read Full Story

Oct. 9, 2008 A Stock Trader puts his finger to his head on the floor of the New York Stock exchange October 9, 2008 in New York City. After a day in which the markets showed early promise in gains, the Dow fell 678 points, falling below 9000 points at the end of the trading day. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images North America)  Election polls continue to be influenced by the recent economic downturn, leaving many voters feeling like the stock trader pictured above. The Dow closed down 8... Read Full Story

Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "2008 Election Countdown". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own... Read Full Story