Highlights |
 | Truth-squadding Obama’s speech Aug. 29: Politifact.com's Bill Adair joins the Morning Joe crew live from Denver and puts to rest the truths and fallacies of Obama's DNC speech. |
 | Sebelius: Obama will remember middle America Aug. 29: Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius says Thursday’s event was for people in middle America, and that Barack Obama will bring focus back to Americans who have been forgotten during the past eight years. |
 | Can any Republican VP challenge Biden? Aug. 29: Grounded with Obama's judgment and Biden's experience, Retired Gen. Wesley Clark wonders if any GOP ticket can match up. |
 | Obama goes hard at McCain Aug. 29: David Gregory and Chuck Todd highlight key strategic points that made Obama's speech a success, including issues he touched on, relationships he established, crowd theatrics, and why he was able to finally go hard at McCain. |
 | Buchanan: This was a very manly speech Aug. 29: MSNBC Political Analyst and Author of "The Unnecessary War," Pat Buchanan and Editorial Writer for the Washington Post Jonathan Capehart, agree that Obama's speech was exactly what the Democratic party needed. Obama covered key issues and fought back against McCain's attack ads. |
 | Bill Clinton adds to an exciting night Aug. 28: Allowing the Clintons sufficient speaking time at the DNC proved to be a smart move for the Obama campaign as former President Bill Clinton offered a strong personal endorsement for Obama, says Financial Times Managing Editor Chrystia Freeland. |
 | Theme, or no theme, that is the question Aug. 28: Although Gov. Jon Corzine, D-N.J., and former Rep. Harold Ford, Jr. agree that the DNC speeches went well, there's one subject on which they can't find common ground. Pat Buchanan also weighs in on the debate. |
 | Schweitzer: You control your gun, I'll control mine Aug. 28: Straight shooting Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer weighs in on the opportunity to speak at the DNC and is upfront on hot topics like gun control and abortion. Chuck Todd, NBC's Political News Director, says the Obama campaign is hitting hard usual red states to make a national campaign, while McCain seems to be satisfied by running a 13-15 state campaign. |
 | McCaskill: Obama doing things differently, and winning Aug. 28: Sen. Claire McCaskill, D-Mo., NBC Analyst Mike Murphy and Obama Communications Director Robert Gibbs discuss everything from Obama's non-attack convention, why Biden may drive the female vote, McCain's plan to launch a character attack and the ground committees that may make a huge difference come November. |
 | Is Pawlenty McCain's right-hand man? Aug. 28: While dodging VP questions from Joe Scarborough, Minnesota Republican Gov. Tim Pawlenty says that McCain has what it takes to heal this country. NBC Analyst Mike Murphy and NBC News Political Director Chuck Todd also offer Republican VP suggestions, including Pawlenty in the mix. |
 | Time editor: McCain a man of honor Aug. 28:Richard Stengel, the Managing Editor of Time Magazine, says this week's cover features John McCain and takes an in-depth look at his life and how it has been led for better or worse by honor. |
 | Does America need change? Aug. 28: Gov. Deval Patrick, D-Mass., and Democratic Mayor of New Jersey Cory Booker talk about last night’s historic event and the impressions it left on different generations. They also talk with Obama Senior Strategist Robert Gibbs about the importance of education. |
 | Clinton not ready to embrace Obama? Aug 27: Find out from The Washington Post's Jonathan Capehart and MSNBC political analyst Pat Buchanan whether or not Hillary Clinton's speech did Obama justice. |
 | Clinton set the stage for Obama Aug. 27: Rep. James Clyburn, D-S.C., says that Hillary Clinton not only had a great speech at the DNC, but he thinks that she created the right climate for Barack Obama to close the deal Thursday night. |
 | The dream team weighs in on Clinton Aug. 27: Did Hillary Clinton effectively reach conservative Democrats? Was her speech structured for future self-benefit? Will McCain choose a woman VP? NBC's David Gregory, Andrea Mitchell and Chuck Todd tell all. |
 | Are the Democrats getting back on track? Aug. 27: Find out from former Democratic Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle what he believes is the key to a Democratic win in November, what he thought of Hillary Clinton's speech and why so much focus has remained on the Clintons. |
 | Adair: Viewers Beware Aug. 27: Bill Adair, Editor for Politifact.com, says Americans shouldn't pay too close attention to attack ads by both parties because they only have a small portion of truth but the overall message is not true. |
 | Murphy: Clinton's best speech Aug. 27: Mike Murphy, Republican strategist and MSNBC analyst says Hillary Clinton gave the speech of her life but she told supporters to vote Democratic for party's values and for a Democrat, not necessarily vote for Barack Obama. |
 | Why the Russia-Georgia conflict could help McCain Aug. 27: Time Magazine's Washington Bureau Chief Jay Carney and the President of the Council on Foreign Relations Richard Haass, say Hillary Clinton's speech didn't turn her supporters into Obama supporters and that foreign policy should be back on the minds of voters. |
 | Richardson: Obama wanted to go in another direction Aug. 26: Former Democratic presidential candidate and New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson says he had talks with Obama about being vice president and felt Obama would choose Joe Biden because of Biden's experience with foreign policy. |
 | Unified, or just talking about being unified? Aug: 27: Former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney says that the Democrats aren't as unified as they are saying and that Hillary Clinton should have been Obama's vice president. |
 | Bill Clinton's challenge Aug. 26: Former Clinton White House Press Secretary and author of "Why Women Should Rule the World" Dee Dee Myers says it was a terrific first night that unified the party and answers questions about how the order of convention speakers in the remaining days could hurt the flow of the convention. |
 | McCain strategist: DNC was heartwarming Aug. 26: Nicole Wallace, McCain senior strategist, says that Republican hearts felt some of the touching moments at the Democratic convention last night and that she expects tonight's speakers will start attacking the McCain campaign. |
 | Sen. Kennedy always behind Obama Aug. 26: Representative Pat Kennedy says it was an amazing night last night for the Kennedy family and also the Democratic family. |
 | Podesta: Democrats need to stop worrying Aug. 26: John Podesta, the Former Chief of Staff for Bill Clinton, says that Democrats need to stop worrying about McCain catching up in the polls, and focus on making it clear that they are unified. |
 | Meacham: Obama wants to prove himself Aug. 25: Jon Meacham, editor of Newsweek, talks about his very personal interview with Barack Obama and the influence of fathers of past and present presidential candidates. |
 | What Obama must do to win Aug 25: Mark Warner, former Governor of Virginia, states that Barack Obama cannot forget about the group of people that have been forgotten by both parties for the past thirty years; small town Americans. |
 | A battle to the finish Aug. 25: Terry McAuliffe, former Clinton campaign chairman, and Carly Fiorina, RNC victory chairwoman, go to bat for each of their parties and tackle the days prominent issues. |
 | Gregory: Biden offers comfort Aug. 25: David Gregory, host of "Race for the White House," says that Sen. Joe Biden lends credibility and offers critical comfort to America's perception of the Obama campaign and that Biden is very familiar with McCain, which could be a big strategic asset. |
 | Gibbs: Democrats aware of tough race ahead Aug. 25: Robert Gibbs, Obama communications director, answers some tough questions concerning the near-dead heat between Obama and McCain and offers a heartwarming story about the Obama campaign. |
 | Opinion: Obama needs to address the serious issues Aug. 25: Rev. Eugene Rivers says that Obama needs to stray from the media's celebrity treatment and have a significant narrative that clearly communicates what he can do for the American people. |
 | A year of Morning Joe Aug. 8: The Morning Joe crew celebrates a year of their show, and looks back fondly at some of the memorable moments. |
 | Stop looking for oil miracle, Sachs says Aug. 8: Dr. Jeffrey Sachs talks to Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski about how to catch up with the rest of the world in energy conservation. |
 | McCain adviser: Drill away Aug. 8: McCain senior adviser Nicolle Wallace talks about McCain's efforts to reach out to Democrats, why it's a rotten climate for Republicans, and which candidate received the most money from ExxonMobil. |
 | Gould to be honored in film series Aug. 8: Actor Elliott Gould drops by "Morning Joe" to look back on his career throughout the years and discuss his new film series running at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. |
 | Obama strategist criticizes the media Aug. 8: Robert Gibbs, Obama senior strategist, shocks Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski when he blames the media for the Bill Clinton controversy, calling it "a nice little cable drama" rather than a legitimate concern. |
 | MySpace convention contest winners Aug. 7: The Morning Joe crew announces the winners of the MySpace/Decision08 contest, and tells about the two citizen journalists chosen to go to the convention. |
 | Giuliani: McCain is qualified for presidency Aug. 7: Though former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani is not offended by the Paris Hilton ads, he believes it is time to return to the issues that matter. |
 | A church service beyond religion August 7: Time magazine’s Mark Halperin joins the "Morning Joe" team to discuss the magazine’s recent profile of Rick Warren, the host of the upcoming "civil forum" featuring Barack Obama and John McCain. |
 | Kennedy highlights 'First Lady of the Press' August 7: Rory Kennedy, director and producer of "Thank You Mr. President: Helen Thomas at the White House," joins the Morning Joe team to discuss her new film that documents the life of iconic journalist, Helen Thomas. |
 | Dennis Hopper on Hollywood since 'Easy Rider' Aug. 7: In a Hollywood concerned with the box office, Dennis Hopper calls his new film "Elegy" a refreshing piece that resonates with the spirit of the counter-culture movement he helped inspire in '70s Hollywood. |
 | Patti Smith on new documentary Aug. 7: Legendary punk icon Patti Smith stops by "Morning Joe" to talk about why she left the music business, what it's like to perform with Bob Dylan, and a new documentary that covers the last 11 years of her life. |
 | Corzine: Clinton wants supporters to be heard August 7: New Jersey Gov. Jon Corzine sits down with "Morning Joe" to explain The Clintons' recent comments, their plans for the future, and some of Obama's tax policies. |
 | VP candidates square off Aug. 6: Gov. Charlie Crist, R-Fla. and Gov. Evan Bayh, D-Ind., join the "Morning Joe" team to defend their candidates' positions on off-shore oil drilling, celebrities in political ads and energy. |
 | Carr recalls outrageous events of the past Aug. 6: New York Times columnist David Carr became his own subject in his latest book, "Night of the Gun," where he compiles information from interviews and other records to uncover his history. |
 | Author of 'The Lost Spy' discusses detective thriller Aug. 5: Andrew Meier, former correspondent for Time, discusses his new novel "The Lost Spy" and its intriguing protagonist Isaiah Oggins, the first American to spy for the Russians. |
 | Is Richardson playing dirty politics? Aug. 5: In light of Democratic Gov. Bill Richardson's lack-luster evaluation of Bill Clinton's recent comments about Obama's qualification to be president, the Morning Joe team concludes that politicians don't always play nice. |
 | McCain running a 'deadly serious' campaign Aug. 5: Senior John McCain adviser Nicolle Wallace sits down with "Morning Joe" to deflate comments about "childish" republican ads, charges of racism, and McCain's energy policies. |
 | The importance of winning the South Aug. 5: Newsweek's Jon Meacham joins the Morning Joe team to highlight the role southern states play in the campaign and the idea that a candidate cannot win an election without them. |
 | Obama and the Clintons: A Democratic divide? Aug. 5: NBC Political Director Chuck Todd discusses the degenerating relationship between Barack Obama and the Clintons. |
 | Obama to unveil new energy plan Aug. 4: Obama Senior Strategist, Robert Gibbs, discusses Obama's new ideas intended to wean America off of Middle Eastern oil. |
 | Is McCain's ad racist? Aug. 4: Bob Herbert of The New York Times defends his column that describes the Republican party as one that has "viciously exploited the race issue for decades." |
 | Bill Pullman's 'Bottle Shock' Aug. 4: Actor Bill Pullman comes to Morning Joe to promote his latest film, "Bottle Shock." |
 | Romney thinks the McCain ads are funny Aug. 4: In the midst of the veepstakes countdown, Gov. Mitt Romney finds humor in all the election drama by agreeing with Joe Lieberman that the GOP ad comparing Obama to Moses isn't too bad. |
 | McCain to make a bold VP choice? Aug. 4: Chuck Todd, MSNBC political analyst, argues that John McCain must break with his status quo and show voters that he is capable of changing Washington if he wants to defeat Obama come November. |
 | Which candidate is playing the race card? August 1: NBC News political director Chuck Todd joins "Morning Joe" to discuss why race and age distract the candidates from the real issues and who's benefiting from it. |
 | Obama may be too famous Aug. 1: White House Correspondent David Gregory weighs in on the recent spars between presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain. |
 | Robinson: McCain is in the mud August 1: Eugene Robinson of the Washington Post addresses McCain's ads slamming Obama and whether or not they are bringing attention to him and away from Obama. |
 | Every picture tells a story Aug. 1: Sharing the stories behind several photos of rock icons from Morrison Hotel Gallery, Peter Blachley, co-founder of the gallery, offers his perspective on what makes an image iconic. |
 | The race for racial integrity Aug. 1: Sen. Claire McCaskill, D-Mo., discusses the rationale behind Barack Obama's use of the race factor in his campaign, and why John McCain deserves more of the blame. |
 | Which camp is playing the race card? Aug. 1: NBC News Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent Andrea Mitchell discusses whether the McCain campaign or the Obama campaign is bringing up the issue of race. |
 | Who says money can't buy happiness? July 31: Host of CNBC's "Mad Money" Jim Cramer reveals the secret behind his current happiness: Thanks to stabilizing oil prices and a recently passed housing bill, the economy is finally improving. |
 | The face behind celebrity activism July 31: John Prendergast, human rights activist liaison to the stars, joins "Morning Joe" to discuss possible solutions to crimes against humanity, including the genocide crisis in Darfur. |
 | McCain's new ad July 31: McCain strategist Nicolle Wallace and Obama adviser Rober Gibbs discuss the newest McCain ad, which lables Obama "the biggest celebrity in the world." |
 | Has Obama appeared cocky recently? July 30: Jonathan Capehart of the Washington Post joins the Morning Joe team to analyze Barack Obama's recent statements and question whether he is acting arrogant. |
 | 48-hour rush to the VP finish line? July 30: MSNBC's Chuck Todd thinks the veepstake's race is approaching the finishing line. |
 | Crist weighs in on McCain's negativity July 30: Gov. Charlie Crist, R-Fla., addresses McCain's recent negativity and the concern it's causing for some members of the GOP while answering some tough questions from Joe Scarborough. |
 | Why not Clinton for VP? July 30: In addition to considering whether Barack Obama is feeding into narrative that will ruin him, Joan Walsh, Editor-in-Chief of Salon.com, thinks Hillary Clinton may be the key to Obama's campaign. |
 | Heilemann: Obama is vulnerable July 30: New York Magazine's John Heilemann discusses Obama's apparent arrogance and whether it could hurt him in the election. |
 | Democratic veepstakes talk heightens in D.C. July 30: NBC's Andrea Mitchell guides the cast of "Morning Joe" through the rundown of the top Democratic veepstakes candidates. |
 | Is Barack Obama his own opponent? July 30: Mark Halperin, editor-at-large and senior political analyst for Time, discusses the issue of arrogance in Obama's campaign and why Republicans really do have a sense of humor. |
 | Corzine: America needs Obama July 30: Gov. Jon Corzine, D-N.J., breaks down Obama's current campaign success, specifically noting his image of hope and ability to rectify America's economic crisis. |
 | Democrat VP list shapes up July 29: Find out from David Gregory, NBC News Chief White House Correspondent and host of "Race for the White House" who's in and who's out of the Democratic vice presidential running mate race. |
 | Chuck Todd: Polls should be 'taken with a grain of salt' July 29: NBC Political Director, Chuck Todd, and NBC Political Analyst, Mike Murphy, join the Morning Joe team to discuss the changing polls and how difficult they have been during this election. |
 | Columnist: Obama not quite there July 29: Richard Cohen, columnist for The Washington Post, determines that while Barack Obama may be the "Fred Astaire of politics," charming the hearts of Americans with his beautiful rhetoric, his inexperience seems to hurt him in the polls. |
 | Candidates, you're not the president yet July 29: Mark Leibovich of the New York Times discusses the recent presidential behavior of the candidates and the fine line between acting presidential and acting presumptious. |
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