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Oct 31, 2008 06:13 PM
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At Last, Punching the Ticket
Election Day is at hand--and not a moment too soon. Log on to Newsweek.com to follow the action in real time.
Chat with Newsweek's political team as the results roll in. Check
last-minute shifts in the polls on our swing-state graphic, and watch
how your state voted on the election map. Watch videos reflecting on
the highlights and lowlights of the campaign, and the challenges to
come. Read the stories, follow the blogs--and reflect on what a long,
strange trip its been in our gallery of Newsweek's campaign covers.
Junkies, don't despair: our transition coverage commences Nov. 5.
Highlights
See xtra.Newsweek.com for the smartest post-election analysis from our leading columnists.
- Throughout 2008, Howard Fineman has interviewed the candidates and worked the trail. See his take on the results.
- Jonathan Alter will help you make sense of the election tallies, and forecast what the victors must do next.
- Columnist Ellis Cose looks back at the 2008 campaign, putting the vote into historical perspective.
- From the left, Anna Quindlen gives her view of what the election has to say about the state of society today.
- And on the right, George F. Will naturally has a slightly different outlook on how Americans voted and what's next.
Campaign 2008: Closing Argument Edition
The most popular stories, photo galleries and interactives on Newsweek.com for the week ending Oct. 31
'Photos: October Surprises in Election History'
Presidential races have always featured eleventh-hour shocks. A gallery of the most memorable.
'Interactive Graphic: The Swing-State Map'
Tracking the last-minute movement in the most critical states en route to Election Day.
'Why It's Still a Race'
By all accounts, Barack Obama has a lock on the Electoral College. So why is this still close?
'Photos: The Saks Girls on Sarah Palin'
The RNC spent lavishly to clothe Palin. We visited with Saks clerks to see what the money would buy.
'The View From Nowhere'
An Alaska town needed a bridge to its airport, and wound up a punch line. A local's view.
'Jesus and Witches'
Clips of Sarah Palin at church raise questions about her views on Christianity and government.
'Why McCain Won'
Jonathan Alter assesses the possibility that the GOP nominee might yet find a path to victory.
'LabNotes: Found? King Solomon's Mine'
Archeologists have found evidence to substantiate the story of King Solomon's mines.
'How a Tiny Car Makes Big Bucks'
Hot Wheels are hot again. As a result, parent company Mattel is now worth more than GM.
'Multimedia: Tim Gunn's Campaign Fashions'
The "Project Runway" style guru deconstructs the major candidates' clothing choices.
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FROM NEWSWEEK'S INTERNATIONAL EDITIONS
What the World is Thinking
From
Wasilla to Washington, the U.S. presidential election has transfixed
Americans for well over a year. It's also captivated the rest of the
globe. On Nov. 4, the race comes to an end, and although they won't be
casting ballots, people outside the States are sure to have strong
opinions, no matter the outcome. Take a look at the world's reaction,
courtesy of our correspondents in Tokyo, Rio de Janeiro, Paris and
elsewhere.
Highlights
Here are some of the bloggers, columnists and guest writers you can find on Newsweek.com.
Palin's Wardrobe and Advice for the Next President
The 10 most-read stories on Newsweek.com's international site for the week ending Oct. 31
1. 'The World That Awaits'
The president of the Council on Foreign Relations gives sober advice to the future president.
2. 'Fineman: Why It's Still A Race'
Obama is inching ahead, but cultural divisions and indecisiveness mean that the race isn't won yet.
3. 'Doubts About Dubai'
Will the global credit crunch finally put an end to the emirate's building boom?
4. 'We Should Talk to Our Enemies'
Why sitting down with adversaries like Iran and Venezuela will be difficult, but necessary.
5. 'Photos: The Saks Girls on Palin'
New York fashionistas analyze Palin's wardrobe, and take a look at this year's campaign catwalk.
6. 'Jesus and Witches'
Clips of Sarah Palin at church raise questions about her views on Christianity and government.
7. 'How to Fight Al Qaeda Now'
An ex-CIA analyst tells Newsweek why an old enemy deserves new consideration.
8. 'LabNotes: Found? King Solomon's Mines'
Archaeologists and scholars are working together in Jordan to unearth the truth behind the legend.
9. 'How a Tiny Toy Makes Big Bucks'
Hot Wheels are hot again, and parent company Mattel is now worth more than GM.
10. 'Photos: The Global Economic Crisis'
Images of traders, protesters, leaders and more as the credit crunch goes global.
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