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    By: Tom Yarnell

    News Round-Up: Thursday, October 14, 2010

    Thursday, October 14th, 2010

    Hey Rockers,

    In today’s news we have Christine O’Donnell’s debate, Obama’s town hall, and more on David Arquette’s split from Courtney Cox.

    CRUCIAL:

    All 33 miners safely rescued in Chile: http://bit.ly/avAiGH

    The miners in Chile have all been safely rescued and reunited with their families.

    O’Donnell, Coons stage feisty debate in Delaware: http://bit.ly/9VRh4i

    Republican candidate Christine O’Donnell faced off in a debate against Democrat Michael Coons for Delaware Senate.

    AP-mtvU Poll: College students’ showing less support for Obama: http://bit.ly/c5iy1m

    A new poll of college students shows their support for Obama on a downward trend.

    Economy, Jobs Top Students’ Concerns Before Obama Town Hall: http://on.mtv.com/9vdUMw

    Obama’s town hall airs today on MTV, BET, and CMT at 4 p.m. EDT.

    Groups protest against voter fraud billboards: http://bit.ly/9K9act

    A group of privately funded billboards are the subject of protests from groups who believe they are being used to suppress young and minority voters.

    CULTURAL:

    Dramatic readings from Justin Bieber’s Book: http://on.mtv.com/cCmAg1

    See members of the cast of Jackass read from the Biebs new autobiography.

    How David Arquette Broke the News to his daughter: http://bit.ly/cMUNum

    In an interview with Howard Stern, David Arquette explained the difficulty of telling his daughter about his split from Courtney Cox.

    Stylist Rachel Zoe Is Pregnant!: http://bit.ly/9WWG5n

    Zoe and husband Roger Berman are expecting their first child.

      Tom Yarnell
      Bio: Tom is a former Rock the Vote communications team member who now works for an intellectual property law firm in DC. He loves sports and coming back to blog for RTV!
      @thomasyarnell
      Email the author at: blog(at)rockthevote.com

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      By: Tom Yarnell

      News Round-Up: Friday, October 8, 2010

      Friday, October 8th, 2010

      Hey Rockers,

      In today’s news we have the latest jobs report, big stories on the healthcare reform law, and Facebook launching some new features.

      CRUCIAL:

      U.S. Economy Lost 95,000 Jobs in September: http://bit.ly/aJNzlD

      The latest report shows unemployment hovering at about 9.6%.

      1 million workers lose out on better healthcare coverage: http://bit.ly/9L3XIV

      After threatening to drop coverage or drastically increase premiums, a number of large companies were granted an exemption from requirements for increased healthcare coverage that kick in next year.

      Federal judge upholds health care law: http://politi.co/9dUvZd

      A federal judge in Michigan has ruled that the provision in Obama’s healthcare reform law requiring the uninsured to purchase insurance does not violate the Constitution.

      Obama tries to fire up Democrats in Maryland: http://bit.ly/8XVLjg

      The president was at Bowie State University making another appeal to young voters and stumping for Democratic Gov. Martin O’Malley.

      Boehner to make first major campaign speech on midterms: http://bit.ly/czeFB5

      The House Minority Leader is criticizing Democrats for their economic policies and touting the Republicans Pledge to America.

      In age of Facebook, Twitter and apps, some candidates adapt better than others: http://wapo.st/9jARWk
      As candidates adopt the latest social media technology, some still struggle to translate digital support into votes.

      Lame-duck trials for Waters, Rangel: http://politi.co/dnSv96

      The House ethics committee will begin ethics trials for Reps. Charlie Rangel (D-N.Y.) and Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) when Congress returns in mid-November.

      Rocking the Vote in Colorado: http://bit.ly/d8QCe3

      A look at how young voters in Colorado are gearing up for their midterm elections.

      CULTURAL:

      The World’s 100 Most Powerful Women: http://bit.ly/8Y7gTn

      Forbes Magazine has released a list of the world’s most powerful women. Who do you think is number one?

      Facebook Unveils Groups, Apps Dashboard, ‘Download Your Information’ Features: http://bit.ly/9lCak0

      The new “Groups” service is supposed to help keep you connected to those Facebook friends you actually know.

      Duke student’s sex “thesis” goes viral: http://huff.to/bxm9Fo

      A student at Duke University has gotten some serious attention after writing about her sex life in a scientific study style, complete with a PowerPoint presentation.

      ‘Inception’ Star Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s Brother Dead at 36: http://bit.ly/d6FuYf

      While no official cause of death has been named, there is speculation it was a drug overdose.

        Tom Yarnell
        Bio: Tom is a former Rock the Vote communications team member who now works for an intellectual property law firm in DC. He loves sports and coming back to blog for RTV!
        @thomasyarnell
        Email the author at: blog(at)rockthevote.com

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        By: Tom Yarnell

        Student journalists address the issues with Obama

        Monday, September 27th, 2010

        What is Barack Obama doing to help you manage student loans, or find a job after college? What would you say if you could call him up and ask him? Today student journalists from colleges around the country spent some time on the phone with the president to ask these questions, clearly speaking on behalf of their generation and voicing some of its deepest concerns. While the students received some congrats from Obama on their school’s latest wins in football, they also asked questions that got to the heart of their generation’s issues, including jobs, college affordability, student loan debt, and healthcare. Rock the Vote’s most recent poll of young people found these to be among the top issues for young people, with 96 percent saying they’re concerned about the level of unemployment in this country.

        Colin Daileda of Radford University in Virginia set the tone by raising the issue of jobs and student loans. Daileda said some of his professors referred to Millennials as the “lost generation” due to high debt from student loans and bleak job prospects after college. “Do you think it will take a longer time than usual for our generation to get on our feet?” he asked Obama.

        The president responded that while times are tough for young people right now, he is sure this generation will be just fine. In terms of what his administration is doing for young people, Obama pointed out that being able to stay on your parents’ health insurance until age 26 should help out financially, plus they have increased both the amount and availability of the Pell grants.

        Throughout the call, Obama addressed the student journalists’ concerns over education and the economy, outlining a three-part plan that made direct connections between the two issues. He said his administration is working to 1. Make college more affordable, 2. Making sure college creates a workforce ready for the jobs of the future, and 3. Making sure everyone who begins college actually graduates. The president closed by saying that the Millennial generation can work together to solve the problems it has inherited, something that young people also affirmed in our recent poll. Eighty-three percent of those surveyed said they believe young people have the power to change things in this country. Obama reminded these young people of the confidence and enthusiasm they have shown in the past.

        “The energy that you were able to bring to our politics in 2008,” Obama said, “That’s needed not less now, it’s needed more now.”

        (You can read the whole transcript of the call by clicking here).

          Tom Yarnell
          Bio: Tom is a former Rock the Vote communications team member who now works for an intellectual property law firm in DC. He loves sports and coming back to blog for RTV!
          @thomasyarnell
          Email the author at: blog(at)rockthevote.com

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          By: Tom Yarnell

          News Round-up: Friday, September 10, 2010

          Friday, September 10th, 2010

          Hey Rockers!

          In today’s news we have the president discussing the economy and foreign policy, OFA responding to media criticism, and Justin Bieber nailing a state trooper with a water balloon.

          CRUCIAL:

          Obama holds press conference on economy, foreign policy: http://bit.ly/a1nV3j

          You can watch the video of the press conference by clicking the link.

          DNC Slams Journalist and Trippi Over Midterms Article: http://bit.ly/bXxxCL

          After TIME magazine published an article claiming Organizing for America is a shadow of its former self, OFA released an official rebuttal.

          Judge declares U.S. military’s ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ policy openly banning gay service members unconstitutional: http://lat.ms/9GGpb

          U.S. District Court Judge Virginia A. Phillips said the policy violates the 1st Amendment rights of gay service members.

          Richard Burr expands his lead in North Carolina Senate race: http://bit.ly/aV1sO8

          The latest Rasmussen Reports survey shows Republican Burr with the support of 54 percent of likely voters, while Democratic opponent Elaine Marshall is backed by 38 percent of likely voters.

          Florida pastor unclear about Quran burning: http://bit.ly/aHFF8k

          Originally Pastor Terry Jones had said he would cancel the event and instead meet with the Imam behind the mosque near Ground Zero. Now he says the ceremony is only “suspended.” He will host a press conference today at 1 p.m.

          In Colorado governor’s race, Hickenlooper’s opponents say he’s soft on illegal immigration: http://bit.ly/ahLh94

          Hickenlooper disputes the charges, saying Colorado is fully cooperative with immigration officials.

          Florida to play starring role in contest to win U.S. House: http://bit.ly/d5fo07

          Florida voters could have a significant impact on reshaping the House this fall.

          CULTURAL:

          Justin Bieber Nails Police Trooper With Water Balloon: http://bit.ly/dtXvuq

          The singer’s bodyguard talked the trooper out of getting him in real trouble.

          Revisiting Red Carpet Fashion at the MTV VMAs: http://bit.ly/cpcpiU

          See some of the stars’ fashion before the VMAs this Sunday.

            Tom Yarnell
            Bio: Tom is a former Rock the Vote communications team member who now works for an intellectual property law firm in DC. He loves sports and coming back to blog for RTV!
            @thomasyarnell
            Email the author at: blog(at)rockthevote.com

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            By: Maegan Carberry

            News Round Up: Friday September 3, 2010

            Friday, September 3rd, 2010

            In today’s news:
            A growing enthusiasm gap between Republican and Democratic voters, the economy maybe stabilizing, and the Real House Wives returns, this time in a new zip code.

            CRUCIAL
            “Fewer young voters see themselves as Democrats” http://nyti.ms/a8yS0k
            It seems the youth are not as liberal as so often characterized by our parent’s generation. A recent Pew Foundation discovered a drop in Democratic support among young people since the 2008 election.

            “The enthusiasm gap (and seven races where it matters)” http://nyti.ms/a8yS0k
            According to new data released by Reuters and Gallop Inc., an enthusiasm gap is exists between the democratic and republican political bases.

            “Bud Chiles will help Alex Sink’s campaign for governor” http://bit.ly/biBNW0
            Florida’s former independent candidate Bud Chiles has now endorsed Democratic gubernatorial candidate Alex Sink.

            “State agencies told to trim budgets” http://bit.ly/900paN
            North Carolina expects a $3.3 billion budget short fall for the next fiscal year. As a result, it has instructed state agencies to cute their budgets – again.

            “Tancredo says he’s in it through Election Day” http://bit.ly/9edP14

            With support for republican gubernatorial candidate Dan Maes declining, third-party candidate (and former republican) Tom Tancredo has decided to stay in the race.

            “Business coalition unites against pro-labor bill” http://bit.ly/bV68lb
            The Employee Free Choice Act has once again surfaced in the news, this time in Colorado. A powerful coalition of businesses has come together and launched a “pre-emptive strike” again Democratic Senator Michael Bennet.

            “Suite challenges Ohio’s absentee-vote process” http://bit.ly/9Cp2A8
            A suit was recently filed in Ohio, challenging the legality of certain counties to mail their residents with absentee ballots and provide postage for them to mail in their vote.

            “President Obama’s upcoming Cleveland trip blends economic hopes with political realities” http://bit.ly/doq6pa
            Just three weeks after his last visit, Obama has booked another flight to Cleveland. In his upcoming visit, Obama will most likely speak about the economy and measures he is currently pushing to spur economic growth.

            “U.S. lost jobs in August but fewer than expected” http://nyti.ms/cXvVdG
            The economy lost another 54,000 jobs this past month, however, this was less than expected.

            “Abstinence program partners Chinese officials with U.S. evangelicals.” http://bit.ly/9zhdzr
            Teachers in China are being trained to teach their pupils abstinence using a program created by the Christian group Focus on the Family.

            CULTURAL
            “My afternoon with a dominatrix” http://bit.ly/aEEjCF
            An interesting book about sex, drugs, and recovery…

            “Real Housewives Goes 90210” http://bit.ly/ckSRMi
            It began with Orange County, then moved onto the ATL, NYC, and NJ now…. Beverly Hills!

            “Steve Madden Help$ out Betsey Johnson” http://bit.ly/9y1AuX
            Betsey Johnson, about to default on a $48 million loan, has been saved by Steve Madden… for a price.

            “So Inspiring” http://bit.ly/cLzqCw
            Check out the challenges this man has overcome and enjoy his inspiring performance.

              Maegan Carberry
              Bio: Maegan is Communications Director of Rock the Vote.
              @maegancarberry
              Email the author at: blog(at)rockthevote.com

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