Political Lunch

Sarah Palin rocks the GOP with her all-American mom speech, but doesn't hesitate to go after Obama and show us why they call her "barracuda" back home. Rob looks at her greatest (sharpest) hits, and talks briefly with Cynthia Kopkowski from the National Education Association talking about the NEA and the blogger experience at the conventions.

Today on Political Lunch, Rob reviews the Bush, Thompson and Lieberman speeches (guess who won the prize for most divisive...), plus more tear gas hits the press and Ron Paul rallies his troops across the river with Jesse Ventura.

From the Republican National Convention, Rob Millis reports on the parties, the protests and the Palin. Plus, Amy Goodman, Rep. Deborah Pryce, consultant Mike Murphy, The Liffey pub, and we get rescued from teargas.

Direct from St. Paul, Minnesota, Robert Millis reports on the first day of the Republican National Convention. Hurrican Gustav throws the GOP a curve ball, and we break down the key assets Governor Sarah Palin brings to the McCain ticket.

Highlights from Barack Obama's acceptance speech at Invesco Field on the final night of the Democratic National Convention. Join Political Lunch next week for another week of convention coverage from St. Paul for the Republican National Convention.

It's the final day of the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver. Today the Political Lunch team looks at last night's speeches by Biden and Bill (Clinton), and preview tonight's main attraction.

Today's Lunch comes to you from the third day of the Democratic National Convention in Denver. It's all about lines, signs, and speeches as Rob and Will continue their convention coverage.

It's day two of the Democratic Convention, and today the Political Lunch team has footage from the floor of Michele Obama's big speech last night. ALSO: A look at the some of the protests happening throughout Denver, an interview with Rednecks for Obama, and a preview of Hillary's push for party unity.

The Democratic Convention is just getting started, but the Political Lunch team has already had quite a trip. From riding roller coasters with Wolf Blitzer, to rocking out with Sugarland and Dave Matthews, to touring the convention hall with Michelle Obama, Rob and Will have plenty to report on day one in Denver.

The first episode of Political Lunch arrives shortly. Here is a preview of what you'll see from Denver all week.

Today's Lunch includes a look at the top campaign news stories rounding out the week (how many houses do YOU own?), plus a preview of coverage from the Democratic Convention next week in Denver.

As election fever heats up with McCain and Obama tied, Rob looks at one of the best tools available for armchair pollsters and prognosticators.

It's just another day spent waiting around for a text message from a candidate for president... NBD. LOL. Find about about Barack Obama's latest efforts to get your number, Joe Biden's pros and cons, and John McCain's taxman accusation, all in today's Political Lunch.

For Snack today, Will takes a closer look at the origins of the conflict in Georgia and the candidates' reactions to this test case for the presidential diplomacy in the 21st century.

One week to go before convention season begins! Today's Lunch looks back at Saturday's Obama/Mccain faith forum. Is Barack finally convincing people that he's not a muslim? And was McCain tipped off about the questions ahead of time? ALSO: What's on the ideal Veep's resume?

It's Friday. Rob and Will have the usual 10-in-3. That much you know. What you don't know? The pictures. Barack at the beach. They've got 'em. Go ahead, pause the video, take a nice long look...

For your Snack, Rob looks at why neither leading candidate can pay for their economic promises. Voters aren't demanding the details, so the candidates aren't giving them.

Today on The Lunch, Rob and Will cover the new Obama bio (it's not flattering), McCain's response to Georgia v. Russia (he's not happy), and they debut a new Wednesday feature: The Problem with Politics!

Will returns with a look at two more political conventions that changed history: the Republicans in '64 at the Cow Palace, and the protests in '68 at the Democrats' Chicago convention.

Barack's on vacation, so this week should be all McCain, all the time. But then of course, a former democratic candidate stepped into the headlines for all the wrong reasons. Today on The Lunch, find out why the Edwards affair was the worst-kept campaign secret.

Today's auspicious episode of Political Lunch comes to you from Beijing for a look at the candidates' Olympic advertising, a return to paper ballots, a "swiftboat" prevention device, and some surprising news about the GOP convention.

Today on The Lunch, Karl Rove has a few pieces of advice for John McCain. Rob looks at the five points which could put McCain ahead of Obama by November.

Today on The Lunch, Obama bellies up to the bar at the Petroleum Reserve Lounge. Will it be enough to convince voters that his energy plan is better than McCain, or will the self-described Maverick continue to own the issue of oil?

With just 20 days until the start of the Democratic convention, Will's Tuesday Snack looks back at two political conventions that changed history, according to the latest issue of Smithsonian Magazine.

It's another week of gas prices and energy policy on the campaign trail. Will McCain's gas tax holiday offer any relief, or are you better off checking your tire pressure?

Today's episode of Political Lunch is like live video, just better... The Friday 10 includes a celebrity accusation, McCain's Benedict Arnold, a sour public mood, and some interesting advice for GOP candidates.

States sink into the ocean and a red phone rings as Rob Millis looks at some of the best campaign ads and the sites which host them.

Could Karl Rove be the savior of the McCain campaign, or does he epitomize all that's wrong with American politics? ALSO: Why did Obama cancel that visit with wounded troops?

For snack today, Will looks at two groups that have weighed-in on the issue of a troop withdrawal timetable: VoteVets.org and VetsforFreedom.org

100 DAYS TO GO! I know, we can't believe it either! As for the news, today John McCain is trying to explain-away comments he made about Obama's Iraq plan in an interview last week.