Alex Bellah

National: Barack vs. Hillary

Summary: Hillary and Barack had their last face off before the Ohio primaries this past Tuesday in Cleveland. Hillary and Barack once again defined their goals of what they wanted to see happen in the future of the U.S. and its people. Hillary managed to slam Barack in every way claiming that he does not have enough experience to become the next President. She exclaimed that he is using other people's ideas and speeches as his own ideas. She believes that he is not capable of handling the president's role. Barack came back saying that Hillary has no idea what she is talking about and her ideas for the U.S. are only focused on the children and their families. He said that what she was saying about him was completely not true. After this debate it looks like the perception of Hillary has decreased because of what she said about Barack and his campaign.

Opinion: I believe that Barack is a better candidate for the Democratic Party. But as a republican it would be better if Hillary won and was the Democratic representative. The way the polls and scores are looking right now Hillary is going to have tough time beating Barack. His ideas and future plans for the U.S. are grabbing people's attention and they seem to like what he has to offer. Barack would definietly be a better representative for the Democratic Party!
Go McCain!!!! :]

National: McCain vs. Huckabee

Summary: Huckabee has come out saying that he would like to debate McCain again to restate the differences in their campaigns. As of right now neither side has contacted one another to discuss the possibility of this debate happening. McCain has said that he would not mind debating Huckabee and has will continue to leave the door open for this to occur. The reps for both candidates have said that the television station that had agreed to air the debate if it were to happen has backed out so they are still trying to negotiate to see what could happen.

Opinion: I believe that McCain should not debate Huckabee. I believe that no good could come out of this for McCain. I believe that Huckabee needs to come to the terms of him loosing this election and face reality that McCain is going to be the Republican representative in the national election. Huckabee is so far behind in points and in the polls that it is depressing to see him still fight to win. Reality check needs to take place for him and his campaign management.


International: Prince Harry...this is war!

Summary: Prince Harry has hung up the crown and has put on the combat boots. Harry has been seen fighting in Afghanistan. But since the news has leaked out deployment is going to have to be reviewed. Prince Harry was deployed 10 weeks ago and his fellow soldiers were sworn to secrecy. He is serving with the Blues and Royals. His deployment had been kept secret for security reasons because of the unique circumstances of the deployment. His duties include calling in air strikes and air support when necessary.

Opinion: I believe it is an amazing thing for him to be fighting in a war. He is not only helping out his country but other countries within the world. I understand why his deployment had to be kept a secret and i can not imagine the chaos and danger that could have happened if people had found out right when he was shipped out. having royalty of other countries serving on a war is very dangerous and takes great courage to do so. I am very proud of the prince for doing such an honorable and courageous thing.


International: 13 and to the Olympics

Summary: Thomas Dayle has qualified for the 2008 Olympics. He will be fourteen by the summer Olympics while most of his teammates are in their 20's. Thomas is so proud to represent England (his country). At the age of six Thomas started to dive and has loved every moment of it. He does know however that winning a medal is highly unlikely for the 2008 Olympics but this experience is crucial for the 2012 Olympics. His father who attends every meet of Thomas ' is so proud of his son and has faith in him for the 2008 Olympics.

Opinion: I am amazed at this young boy. He is so young to be going to the Olympics. I am sure that he will do well but most likely not going to win a medal. I will be surprised if he wins. But this is going to be a great opportunity for him and he is going to go far in his carrer as a diver. To represent your country at such a young age is such an honor and unexplainable experience. I am definitely going to be rooting for him this summer!