Frost reflects on accomplishments
11/03/2004
For the first time in 26 years, Democrat Martin Frost was not re-elected to Congress. Because of redistricting, he ran against Republican Pete Sessions in the 32nd Congressional District and lost, and now he is reflecting on what he accomplished over two and a half decades in office. Gary Reaves reports.
Outsider strategy successful for Valdez
11/03/2004
Lupe Valdez is the first Hispanic woman ever elected Dallas County Sheriff, after beating heavily-favored Republican Danny Chandler. Her strategy was to run as an outsider who could change the department, and it resonated with voters. Rebecca Lopez reports.
John Edwards speaks early Wednesday
11/03/2004
Democratic vice presidential candidate John Edwards speaks to a Boston crowd early Wednesday morning, saying that they will continue to wait until all votes are counted.
Arlington to help fund Cowboys stadium
11/03/2004
The Dallas Cowboys scored their biggest victory of the season Tuesday as Arlington voters approved a $325 million proposition to help build the team a new stadium. Rebecca Rodriguez reports.
Sessions scores sizable victory over Frost
11/03/2004
U.S. Rep. Pete Sessions, Martin Frost's Republican opponent in Texas' expensive 32nd Congressional District contest, ended Frost's 26-year congressional career without suspense on Tuesday. Mr. Sessions' double-digit victory outstripped the estimates of political observers and his own campaign. Jim Douglas reports.
Valdez scores historic victory in sheriff race
11/03/2004
Democrat Lupe Valdez became Dallas County's first female and first Hispanic elected sheriff last night, edging out a three-decade veteran of the sheriff's department. In defeating Republican opponent Danny Chandler, she also became the first new sheriff in 20 years and the first Democrat to hold the post since the mid-1970s. Dan Ronan reports.
Mosque welcomes Plano voters
11/02/2004
Voters in Plano made Texas history Tuesday by casting their presidential ballots at a mosque. Steve Stoler reports.
President Bush speaks in Dallas
11/02/2004
President Bush addresses a Republican rally crowd at SMU in Dallas on Monday night.
Kerry: 'This is your chance to hold Bush accountable'
11/02/2004
John Kerry's final day of campaigning ended with one more boost from The Boss. After stops in Florida, Wisconsin and Michigan, Kerry spoke to a throng of supporters in Cleveland, augmented by Bruce Springsteen's urge for them to "rock the vote." Chris Heinbaugh reports.
Bush makes six-state sprint on final campaign day
11/02/2004
With national polls showing the race between Bush and Kerry tied at 49 percent, voter turnout will be the key to winning. So, the Bush campaign sprinted through six states in 19 hours one day before the election, urging people to vote. Brad Watson reports.
Both sides make final push in stadium vote
11/02/2004
The Cowboys stadium vote is one everyone will be watching in Arlington. Members from both sides, who spent election eve working to organize their final efforts, will be outside the polls Tuesday trying to garner last-minute support. Yolanda Walker reports.
Frost, Sessions accentuate the positive
11/02/2004
Some call the 2004 campaigns of congressmen Martin Frost and Pete Sessions hard-fought - but some call them downright nasty. After one of the toughest races in recent memory, both congressmen tried to put a positive spin on the last day. Frost appeared with firefighters, while Sessions dropped in on the rotary club meeting at UT-Dallas. Gary Reaves reports.
Election deadlock could impact economy
11/01/2004
If this year's presidential election is a replay of 2000, WFAA-TV business analyst David Johnson says business could be paralyzed as voters stay at home to follow developments on TV.
Final hours for presidential campaign
11/01/2004
George W. Bush and John Kerry are jetting across the nation Monday as voters prepare to make their choice for president. Dave Cassidy reports from Washington.
Bush stresses security at last-minute campaign stops
11/01/2004
President Bush heads back to Washington late Tuesday, but until then he's zig-zagging to the crucial battleground states. Sunday, he went to two of the biggest: Ohio and Florida. Brad Watson reports.
Kerry staying busy before Boston return
11/01/2004
For the past few weeks, Boston really hasn't been focusing on politics. Beantown's been more wrapped up in the World Series, their beloved Red Sox, and the team's big victory parade on Saturday, which brought millions of fans right here into downtown. Chris Heinbaugh reports.
Focus group members make their picks
10/29/2004
For a year, News 8 has followed the presidential election with a diverse group of North Texas voters. When we started, many were still undecided. Now, though, they are ready to say who they have chosen - and why. Chris Heinbaugh reports.
Early voting on record pace in North Texas
10/29/2004
It's the last day of early voting, and some citizens were waiting up to an hour to cast their ballots for president and other key local races. Brad Watson reports from a polling place at the Martin Luther King Center in South Dallas at noon Friday.
Polls say election too close to call
10/29/2004
The presidential race is shaping up as a dead as Election Day nears, and pollsters are being confounded by technology. Dave Cassidy reports from Washington.
Voting judges get special training
10/29/2004
It's five days before the election, and Dallas County is training the many judges and clerks who will oversee Tuesday's voting. Dan Ronan takes us to "election school."
Kerry, The Boss draw Wisconsin crowd
10/28/2004
With just five days to go until election day, the presidential candidates are spending most of their time in key swing states. Chris Heinbaugh was with Senator Kerry in Madison, Wisconsin - a swing state with a critical 10 electoral votes - where Bruce Springsteen drew a huge gathering for a pro-Kerry performance.
Bush, Kerry spar over missing explosives
10/28/2004
Senator John Kerry continues to use the cache of missing explosives in Iraq as verbal ammunition against President Bush, who accused the Demorcatic candidate of making 'wild charges. Dave Cassidy reports from our Washington bureau.
Bush stumps for crucial Ohio votes
10/28/2004
With six days to go until the election, President Bush and Senator Kerry hustled through battleground states on Wednesday. Brad Watson reports from Youngstown, Ohio, where the president sought voters who have not backed him in the past.
Some say Arlington ballot confusing
10/28/2004
Some early voters in Arlington said they cast their ballots without ever voting on the stadium issue. Turnout in Arlington has been heavy since early voting began, and some are worried about the possible impact of the confusion. Rebecca Rodriguez reports.
More facts presented against sheriff candidate
10/28/2004
The controversy over the race for Dallas County sheriff had both political parties throwing punches on Wednesday. Democrats are calling for Republican Danny Chandler to resign, while Republicans continue calling the attack on Chandler "sour grapes". Brett Shipp reports.
Bush, Kerry seek votes in Ohio
10/27/2004
President Bush and Senator Kerry both make campaign stops in Ohio today seeking votes in that key political battleground. Analysts fear that election problems there could mirror the vote counting crisis in Florida four years ago. Dave Cassidy reports from Washington.
Ad Watch: Frost, Sessions battle over jobs
10/27/2004
Jobs have become a major issue in the hotly-contested Texas congressional race between Republican Pete Sessions and Democrat Martin Frost. In this Ad Watch segment, Brad Hawkins takes a look at recent political advertisements from both candidates.
Attorney: County auditor misled officials
10/27/2004
The Dallas County auditor is being accused of misleading federal officials trying to determine if Danny Chandler is qualified to run as the Republican candidate for sheriff. Monday night, Chandler was accused of violating the federal Hatch Act, which restricts political activity of government employees in connection with programs financed in whole or part by federal loans or grants. Brett Shipp reports.
Voters say Cowboys' struggles won't impact stadium proposal
10/26/2004
Arlington residents are deciding whether to raise their sales tax a half-penny to pay $325 million toward a new stadium for the team. Voters trying to make up their minds about a new stadium had a few choice words for the Cowboys' performance. Jim Douglas reports.
Analyst: Kerry health care plan provides quick benefit
10/26/2004
Perhaps the biggest problem facing both Parkland Hospital in Dallas and John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth is patients who can't pay for their care. In this presidential campaign, both candidates are promising to change that by getting more people insured. So, whose plan will provide more help? Gary Reaves reports.
Complaint: Sheriff candidate violating campaign law
10/26/2004
A federal complaint filed Monday alleges that Republican candidate for Dallas County Sheriff Danny Chandler is in violation of federal law. The Chandler campaign said the complaint smacks of politics, coming one week before the election and filed by attorneys representing the man Chandler defeated in the primary, outgoing Sheriff Jim Bowles. Brett Shipp reports.
Early voters setting records
10/26/2004
Though the results of the presidential race are all but a foregone conclusion in President Bush's home state, Texans have shown surprisingly robust interest in the election, turning out in record numbers during the early-voting season. Karin Kelly reports.
Frost, Sessons differ over aviation security
10/25/2004
Aviation security remains a top issue in the fight for the 32nd Congressional District, and Republican Pete Sessions and Democrat Martin Frost are differing over whether to spend billions of dollars to protect the nation's airliners against terrorist missile attacks. Brad Watson reports.
Reeve's widow endorses Kerry
10/22/2004
Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry has a new supporter at his side: the widow of Christopher Reeve, who are both campaigning for stem cell research. Dave Cassidy reports from the White House.
Stadium's potential impact on property values discussed
10/20/2004
Supporters of a new Cowboys stadium in Arlington are intensifying their efforts, with the election now less than two weeks away. Business and political leaders met Wednesday night to discuss what a new stadium would do for property values. Dan Ronan reports.
Local attorneys work to keep elections problem-free
10/20/2004
As early voting begins in several states, some North Texas attorneys will soon be heading out to help the Bush and Kerry campaigns if election problems arise in states where the race is close. Brad Watson reports.
Plano pranksters pilfer political placards
10/19/2004
Across North Texas, signs touting political candidates are disappearing from residents' yards. One Plano man became so frustrated over the theft of his signs he set up a video camera to catch the culprits. Steve Stoler reports.
17th Congressional District debate
10/16/2004
Debate between incumbent Democratic Congressman Chet Edwards and Republican State Representative Arlene Wohlgemuth held Oct. 16, 2004.
Profile of Republican Pete Sessions
10/15/2004
The redistricting of the 32nd Congressional District is pitting two long-time North Texas congressmen against each other. Jim Douglas profiles Republican Pete Sessions.
Analysis: 'Photo finish' possible on Nov. 2
10/15/2004
With just 18 days to go until Election Day, the campaigning is at a frenzied pace. Carl Leubsdorf, Washington bureau chief for The Dallas Morning News, has covered all three presidential debates. He offers insights into the final days of the race to the White House.
New ad heats up debate for 32nd
10/14/2004
Congressmen Martin Frost and Pete Sessions debated Thursday night. Dan Ronan reports on the campaign ad is generating a lot of talk.
Debates firm focus group beliefs
10/14/2004
The race for the White House is so close, President Bush and Senator Kerry each hoped to lure voters with their debate performance. But they did not sway our focus group of North Texas voters. Chris Heinbaugh reports their positions have hardened.
Frost's focus: Security, balanced budget
10/14/2004
The redistricting of the 32nd Congressional Cistrict is pitting two long-time North Texas congressmen against each other. Gary Reaves profiles Democrat Martin Frost.
Candidates face off in final debate
10/13/2004
The candidates answered questions for 90 minutes Wednesday at Arizona State University in Tempe. Brad Watson anchors our coverage live from the debate site.
N. Texans gather to watch debate
10/13/2004
North Texas Republicans and Democrats gathered at the Sixth Floor Museum in Dallas to watch tonight's debate. That's where Dan Ronan is live with their reaction.
Cal Jillson: Debating candidate strengths, weaknesses
10/13/2004
By most accounts, Sen. Kerry won the first debate and Pres. Bush came back stronger in the second. Was there a clear winner the third time around? Political analyst Cal Jillson shares at the strengths and weaknesses he saw Wednesday night.
Candidates prepare for final debate
10/13/2004
George Bush and John Kerry go head-to-head for the third and final time at a presidential debate in Tempe, Arizona tonight. Dave Cassidy is there with a preview.
Stakes are high at second debate
10/08/2004
The presidential second debate is tonight in St. Louis. It's a chance for the President to regain some of the support he enjoyed before the first meeting, as Dave Cassidy reports.
Presidential debate, Oct. 9, 2004
10/08/2004
Cal Jillson analyzes the second presidential debate
10/08/2004
Was there a clear winner in Friday's presidential debate? Political analyst Cal Jillson has the analysis.
War, jobs focus of second debate
10/08/2004
Like the first debate, there was a lot of focus Friday night on the war in Iraq. Pres. Bush and Sen. Kerry took questions directly from undecided voters at a town meeting in St. Louis, Missouri. Jim Fry is at the debate site.
Project Texas: First responders prepare for invisible threat
10/07/2004
We continue our Project Texas political reports on issues important to Texans. KVUE's Lee McGuire reports from Austin on a threat no one can see -- bioterrorism.
Watch the full debate
10/06/2004
Watch the complete debate between vice presidential candidates Dick Cheney and John Edwards.
Vice-presidential debate: Analysis
10/06/2004
News 8 political analyst Cal Jillson breaks down how the candidates fared in Tuesday's vice presidential debate.
War, economy hot topics of VP debate
10/06/2004
The war in Iraq and the economy dominated the 90-minute question-and-answer session between Vice President Dick Cheney and Democratic Senator John Edwards in Cleveland Tuesday night. Jim Fry reports.
Project Texas: Border security
10/06/2004
The border between the U.S. and Mexico extends 2,100 miles -- a target and an opportunity for terrorists. Brady Ralston of KENS-TV reports for Project Texas about the state of border security.
A look at Frost, Sessions contributors
10/06/2004
Congressmen Martin Frost and Pete Sessions have spent $8 million so far in the race to win the 32nd District. Gary Reaves looks at where the money comes from, and what the candidates are promising their key contributors.
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