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Oct '08 7

Alejandra Owens | 3:29 PM | 4 Comments

Don't forget that tonight Senators Obama and McCain will face-off in a townhall-style debate tonight! You can check your local listings for times and stations that will be carrying the event.

Just like last week's VP debate, we'll be hosting another poll where you cast your vote for you think came out on top! Visit us immediately after the debate and tell us what you thought.

Even though voting on the VP poll continues, here are the results as of today, at 3:41 p.m. ET. Interesting stuff indeed!

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Sep '08 26

Alejandra Owens | 3:52 PM | 4 Comments

As AARP does frequently, we surveyed some undecided voters and asked them where they stand right now with the candidates. The overwhelming majority (81%) of undecided voters say the debates will be important in deciding their vote, while most feel that they don't know enough about the candidates' economic and health care plans to decide yet.

The country will gather this evening to watch the first presidential debate, live from Oxford, Mississippi. To be sure, the economy will likely dominate the discussion in some fashion.

Given current issues facing the country, questions about the how our economy plays a role in the global community are absolutely on point. But we here at ShaarpSession would be remiss if we did not put in a plug for debate moderator Jim Lehrer to ask at least one question about the future of social security and how the candidates propose to strengthen our economy...older Americans are taking a beating right now.

One thing top on our minds here at ShaarpSession is how do the candidates think the current economic down turn will affect these entitlement programs?

We'll wait eagerly by the television set tonight to see what they have to say!

Sep '08 18

Alejandra Owens | 10:07 AM | 1 Comments

We're in the thick of this election, and who hasn't seen the accusations flying back and forth from our candidates? McCain's ad has gained a lot of publicity, featuring cameos from celebrities, Paris Hilton and Britney Spears. Miss Hilton responded with her own thoughts on the matter, with this Funny or Die Exclusive video. Senator Obama has released his own ads, as well, to combat his opponent, such as this economic ad.

Do these ads work as they are intended to? Do political ads help inform voters of the issues? Or do they simply perpetuate the political gridlock?

While our presidential candidates are pointing out all the reasons why they are opposed to one another, we thought it would be fitting to remind them both that they are signed members of the Divided We Fail pledge. So gentleman, take a break from all the accusations and start discussing what your plans are to provide affordable health care and long-term financial security for all!

What are your thoughts on the matter? Have these political ads changed your perceptions about a candidate? Tell us your thoughts by leaving a comment!

TAGS: John McCain, Barack Obama, Divided We Fail, Political ads, Paris Hilton, DWF, presidential candidates, ShAARP Session, Funny or Die

Aug '08 19

David Goldstein | 10:57 AM | 0 Comments

Congress may be out of town, but the political season is really heating up. With the Democratic and Republican National Conventions around the corner, we can look for big political developments and major campaign announcements. What will happen when the votes are counted for Clinton and Obama at the Democratic National Convention? Who will McCain and Obama name as their VPs? To stay up on the latest campaign news, AARP's The Bulletin has a site with the most up to date stories on what's going on with the Presidential campaigns as they ramp up for the convention.

Jul '08 2

Champ | 5:00 PM | 5 Comments

Tired of hearing empty promises from politicians?  Feel like our leaders are just paying lip services to the issues that matter most?  We feel the same way, and that's why we're rolling out a new ad telling the Presidential candidates to stop talking and start doing.  Check it out: