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By admin | August 29, 2008
 Good morning, Janes! As we leave Denver, we’re wishing we had a dime for every time we heard, “It’s time for a change,” “I’m kind of a big deal,” “Is this the shuttle for delegates?” and “Text me!” With our accumulated riches, we would have bought the “Run DNC” and “Proud to be an Ass” t-shirts on sale outside of Mile High Stadium. We also might have eaten something besides bagels and Twizzlers.
As we ponder that missed opportunity and start our journey East to the Twin Cities, why don’t you continue your journey toward fully informed voter? Here’s your Morning Jane…
Top Domestic Story: Campaign 2008
- Democrats went bananas for Barack Obama’s speech last night accepting his party’s nomination. Not only did he make history as the first black nominee for president, he used his soaring rhetoric (We are a better country than this,”) and landed some zingers on John McCain, (”Eight is enough!”) Boom. [Washington Post]
- Looking to steal back a little thunder, John McCain heads to Dayton, Ohio, where he’ll announce his running mate at high noon. The rumor mill says it’s not Tim Pawlenty or Mitt Romney, leaving Tim Ridge, Joe Lieberman, and… Alaska governor Sarah Palin? Time will tell, but CJP always has a soft spot for the Jane. [Politico]
Top International Story: Laying significant groundwork for less violence in Iraq, Iraq’s influential Shia cleric, Moqtada Sadr, has indefinitely extended a ceasefire being observed by members of his Mehdi Army militia. [BBC]
Hurricane Gustav continues to target the Gulf Coast three years to the week Hurricane Katrina hit. Federal and state officials are mobilizing, which may or may not help, so take care Gulf Coast Janes! It’s looking like a Tuesday landfall. [New Orleans Times-Picayune]
The Brits are a Cruel People, Chapter 2. Today’s victim: Posh Spice. [Daily Mail]
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