NPR News Headlines
AP Election Headlines
Online Voter Resources
- California Voter Guide
See what's on the state ballot, learn about the propositions, legislative and congressional races and find out how to cast your vote.
- SmartVoter.org
Learn about your local ballot measures, and find your polling place.
- Project Vote Smart
Database of the voting records, campaign contributions, public statements and interest group ratings for state and national officials.
- Political Base: Money
See who and where campaign contributions are coming from.
- Political Base: Issues
Compare the Democratic and Republican candidates' stances on issues.
- Truth-O-Meter
Fact checks claims made by presidential candidates. From The St. Petersburg Times.
- TheHill.com: Endorsements
See who Congress members are endorsing for president.
- PollingReport.com
Tracks public opinion polls from various major media outlets and polling organizations.
- Register to Vote
Download voter registration forms.
From KQED TV
This Week in Northern California presents streaming video of the program's election 2008 segments and specials.
From NPR & PBS
- NPR News: Election 2008
Ongoing coverage and commentary.
- PBS Vote 2008
Collection of coverage from PBS shows, a blog and online election tools.
- Online NewsHour: Vote 2008
Analysis, state reports, daily photos and content for students and teachers.
- PBSKids: Democracy Project
Try your hand at being President for a day, learn how government affects you, go inside a voting booth and more.
KQED at the Conventions
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Republican National Convention from KQED reporter John Myers.
Scott Shafer shares his highlights from the Democratic National Convention in Denver.
Special: The Latino Vote
The California Report, in collaboration with Radio Bilingue, presents a six-part series examining Latino civic involvement in California.
For Educators
Now that the election is over, how do we maintain momentum around issues of importance to educators and students in California? Visit our Civic Engagement Resources for Educators page for classroom-ready lesson plans, and other resources.
More from KQED
Special Coverage:
California & the Obama Administration
Listen to a special radio series, see photos from Washington and share your thoughts in an online discussion.
Forum | Mon, Jan 25 2010, 10:00 AM
Supreme Court Decision on Campaign Finance
A recent Supreme Court ruling removes bans on campaign spending by corporations and unions. How will the ruling change the political landscape in California and the nation?
Perspectives | Wed, Nov 4 2009, 7:37 AM
One Year Later
It's been a year since America elected its first African American president, and Brenda Payton says the country is still figuring out how to deal with it.
The California Report | Fri, May 15 2009, 8:50 AM
Schwarzenegger's Post-Election Plan
After next Tuesday's special budget election, Californians will still find their state government awash in red ink. There will either be a $16 billion or a $21 billion shortfall. On Thursday, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger laid out two different scenarios for closing the gap, depending on the fate of next week's budget-related ballot measures. But it's not just up to the voters. The state budget's fate also relies on the banks, the courts and federal economic support.
Decision 2008
Scott Shafer hosts a special TV presentation of The California Report, with discussions on California's landslide for Obama, Proposition 8, and other state ballot measures.
Discussion Boards
Express yourself! Visit KQED's election discussions and weigh in on the candidates, the ballot measures, and the political process in this historic election season.
Election Results
Your Photos
We want to see election day through your eyes! Share your photos and videos.
Photo Slideshow
Unconventional Polling Places
See some of the unusual locations at which San Franciscans casted their ballots.
Photo Slideshow
Guide to the Ballot Initiatives
Explore KQED's guide to the 2008 California propositions, with links to KQED video, audio, and third-party analysis.
