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NEWS 11/6/12 5:14pm

Correspondents' Corner: Election polling in Spain

Correspondents’ Corner is a place for The Pendulum’s team of international reporters to reflect on their time abroad and share stories about the new cultures they are experiencing. SEVILLE, SPAIN— On printed jean shorts, biker boots and simple shirts, the flag of the U.S.A.


NEWS 11/6/12 1:31am

First time voters find their own voice this election

In this year's election, both Obama and Romney are battling hard to capture the youth vote, and for many of those in that demographic, this election will be their first time casting ballots. Freshman Ingrid Frahm is one of those first-time voters and said that this experience has been educational and sometimes frustrating. "I kind of get overwhelmed and give up sometimes," Frahm said.


NEWS 11/6/12 1:16am

Young voters choose not to cast ballots

The 2012 election brings two very different candidates with two distinct plans for the country. Tuesday is the last chance to cast votes, but some people view this election very differently. In a campaign where young voters are playing a big role, some students here on campus are choosing not to vote, even though they can.


NEWS 11/5/12 11:40pm

Third largest U.S. city has something for everyone

Chi-Town, Second City, or The Windy City. Whatever you call Chicago, the city's downtown area has more than enough to keep visitors busy. Situated on the coast of Illinois, and right next to Lake Michigan, Chicago is the country's third largest city, behind Los Angeles and New York City. Resident Shelby Walker lives right outside the city, but said she loves commuting in for the day. "I love hoping on the train," Walker said.


NEWS 11/5/12 11:16pm

Obama has tight grip on Illinois as election approaches

President Obama lived in Chicago, before becoming a Senator of Illinois, and in the upcoming election, Real Clear Politics calls Illinois a "solid state" for Obama. A recent Chicago Tribute poll showed Obama leads in the state with 55 percent of votes compared to Romney's 36 percent, with a margin or error of 3.7 percent. College voters in the area, like University of Illinois in Chicago sophomore Giuliana Molinaro, tend to agree. "I do think Obama is looking at the long term, and at the big picture, and what's best for all of America," Molinaro said. Chicago is home to more than 30 universities, with hundreds of thousands of students enrolled.


NEWS 11/5/12 10:49pm

Voters have fun with political video games

When most people think of politics, video games may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But political video games have become a way for voters to have some fun and even release some anger. Rich Taylor, of the Entertainment Software Association, described the nature of the games. "Before you know it you can be pelting your opponent with a light saber or a hotdog or marshmallow," Taylor said.


NEWS 11/5/12 10:25pm

Clinton rallies support for Obama in Raleigh

More than 4,000 North Carolinians gathered in Pullen Park in Raleigh Sunday afternoon to hear former President Bill Clinton campaign for President Barack Obama's reelection bid. "He's [Obama] outperformed Europe, he's outperformed his predecessor, and he deserves a chance to finish the job," Clinton said, as supporters waved American flags and signs chanting "Forward, not back." In earlier weeks polls projected Republican presidential nominee and Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney winning North Carolina.


NEWS 11/5/12 10:24pm

ELN: Rick Santorum Interview

Katie Moulton, Brennan McGovern and Rachel Southmayd Skyped with Former United States Senator, Rick Santorum to get his opinion on the 2012 Election.


NEWS 11/5/12 10:13pm

ELN: Dan Forest Interview

ELN requested interviews with all of the candidates on the Alamance County Ballot. Nicole Bloom interviewed Dan Forest, a candidate for Lieutenant Governor.


NEWS 11/5/12 10:01pm

ELN: Linda Coleman Interview

ELN requested interviews with all of the candidates on the Alamance County Ballot. Katie Moulton casino interviewed Linda Coleman, a candidate for Lieutenant Governor.


NEWS 11/5/12 9:55pm

Sandy devastates Northeast, shuts down voting stations

By Neima Abdulahi Superstorm Sandy had some voters in the northeast worried about casting their ballots on Election Day. Sandy left some polling stations in New York and New Jersey destroyed along with neighborhoods and businesses. New Jersey's Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno said people should go to their specific voting locations.



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