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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
Visit our Election 2008 Resources for Educators page for classroom-ready lesson plans, student voter guides, partner web sites, and other resources.
And on Election Night, join KQED Education Network at San Francisco's Cafe Royale.
More from KQED
Perspectives | Fri, Nov 21 2008, 7:37 AM
People Can
A successful ballot measure in Richmond -- born in Kay Wallis' living room -- demonstrates that money isn't everything in politics.
The California Report | Thu, Nov 20 2008, 8:50 AM
Prop. 8 to be Reviewed by State Supreme Court
The State Supreme Court is taking up legal challenges to Proposition 8 -- the gay marriage ban passed by California voters earlier this month. The court's decision is being cheered by all sides.
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The California Report | Fri, Nov 14 2008, 8:50 AM
Prop. 8 Protests Continue
Since voters narrowly passed Proposition 8 -- ending the right for same-sex couples to marry -- anger has been building on the losing side. Now, advocates for gay marriage are taking a new approach to spread their message.
New Lawmakers Arrive in Sacramento
This week, more than three dozen new members of the California Legislature began unpacking their bags in the state capital. We joined them as they got acquainted with their new workplace.
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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
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Unconventional Polling Places
See some of the unusual locations at which San Franciscans casted their ballots.
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Guide to the Ballot Initiatives
Explore KQED's guide to the 2008 California propositions, with links to KQED video, audio, and third-party analysis.