Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Top News Story #6


Stakes high as Obama, McCain head for final debate

With Senator Barack Obama's lead widening in the polls over Senator John McCain, the Republican candidate needs to make up grown quickly. Wednesday night the two candidates will face off in the final of three presidential debates at the University of Hempstead in New York. 

This debate will either seal the deal for Obama or open the door for McCain to catch up on the lead set by the Democrat nominee, according to polls. Both candidates will attempt to address issues such as the financial crisis and domestic policy.

The economic turmoil has reminded the nation of the unpopular policies of President Bush, thus reminding the public of his association with McCain. Therefore, McCain must come out strong in this debate with a set plan on action for the economy. Otherwise, McCain may lose his key voters, since he has already lost his swing voters, which are turning to Obama. 

LINK TO STORY...

Impact : The lives of American voters will be influenced by this debate. This story is relevant to all American voters due to the fact that this is the final presidential debate before they head into the voting both on November 4th. 

Timeliness : This story is very recent and current, the debate is happening this week and will have lasting effects into the election, and relevance to the politician that will be selected as president. 

Prominence : This story contains high prominence due to the fact that Obama and McCain are in the public eye, through the media, commercials, television, and internet. They are most relevant figures within our country at this time.