October 27, 2008
Obama Wins in Newseum Mock Election
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WASHINGTON — If kids could vote, Sen. Barack Obama would be their choice for president.
The Democratic nominee received 73 percent of the vote over Sen. John McCain, the Republican nominee, in a kids-only mock election that was held Oct. 25, 2008, at the Newseum.
Nearly 4,000 visitors took part in all-day Family Day events that explored the press and the presidency.
In addition to the mock election, visitors participated in a scavenger hunt, created their own campaign bumper stickers and buttons, listened to presidents Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson, and watched award-winning Economist editorial cartoonist Kevin Kallaugher draw political figures.
To plan a visit to the Newseum, click here. Admission is free for annual members.
