Latest Press Releases
Congressman Xavier Becerra Delivers the Democratic Radio Address
Congressman Xavier Becerra of California delivers the Democratic Radio Address this week. Rep. Becerra recognizes the 60th anniversary of the establishment of Israel, and Democratic efforts to offer the brave men and women of the U.S. military with expanded educational opportunities in the 21st century G.I. Bill that John McCain opposes.Released on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 11:06 AM
MUST READ: McCain Pushed Earmark for Campaign Contributor
Despite John McCain's self-professed opposition to earmarks and his claim to have never done anything to help his favorite lobbyists and campaign contributors, the USA Today reveals that McCain did in fact push for what watchdog groups called an "earmark" after a major donor lobbied him for it.Released on Friday, May 16, 2008 at 12:57 PM
Dean: California Court Decision a Step Forward for Equality
Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean today issued the following statement on the California Supreme Court decision to overturn the state's anti-marriage ban.Released on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at 11:56 AM
DNC FACT CHECK: McCain's 2013 is America's Nightmare
John McCain's crystal ball must be cloudy. In a speech and new ad today, McCain outlined a list of promises he intends to keep by 2013 if elected. The problem? On all the challenges he outlines, John McCain has either ignored the problem altogether, has no plan, has promised prescriptions that will only make matters worse, or has demonstrated rank hypocrisy.Released on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at 11:55 AM
Dean: John McCain Should Denounce Bush's Remarks
Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean today responded to President Bush's outrageous comments about Democrats.Released on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at 11:52 AM
Dean: McCain Speech Highlights Hypocritical, Flawed Agenda
During his remarks in Ohio this morning, Senator John McCain outlined a fictional account of what he expects the American people to believe he will do as president. In reality, on each of the issues he addresses, Senator McCain has either failed to outline any plans or has actually promised outdated ideas that would make the problem worse.Released on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at 11:51 AM
McCain Myth Buster: John McCain and Transparency
Today's McCain Myth: John McCain would be a transparent leader and a break from President Bush.Released on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at 11:49 AM
Dean Announces Joint Fundraising Agreement with Clinton and Obama Campaigns
Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean announced today that the DNC has signed a joint fundraising agreement with the Clinton and Obama campaigns. As part of the agreement, a new entity, "Democratic White House Victory Fund," has been formed. The fund will allow both candidates to raise money for the Party, forming one joint fundraising committee account that will accept money for the nominee's primary and general election and for the DNC.Released on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 03:59 PM
Pressure Mounts on McCain to Release Tax Returns
The McCain campaign's decision to withhold Cindy McCain's tax returns is drawing criticism from across the political spectrum. This morning, editorials in both the Washington Post and Washington Times echoed calls for the McCain campaign to release Cindy McCain's tax returns. This follows a column in yesterday's New York Observer that blasts McCain for his hypocrisy on disclosure, noting that Mrs. McCain's corporate jet "has been flying him and his entourage of lobbyists around the country at bargain rates."Released on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 03:58 PM
MUST READ: More Lobbyist Problems for McCain Campaign
Days after two senior McCain campaign aides resigned after news reports revealed that their lobbying group had worked on behalf of the repressive regime in Myanmar, a new report reveals more lobbyist problems for John McCain's campaign.Released on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 03:57 PM