1.  List the Democratic candidates for the 2008 presidential election.

2.  Define caucus as used in this article.

3.  The Iowa caucus will be held January 14, 2008.  Why is the Iowa caucus especially important to the candidates?

4.  a) Re-read paragraph 6.  What is the meaning of Senator Clinton's message?
b)  Do you think this is a good message to send to the world?  Explain your answer.

5.  What position did each of the six Democratic candidates take on Iraq?  Be specific.
(To learn more about the candidates' position on Iraq and other issues, visit their official campaign websites by doing a search at yahoo.com "_____________ for president" e.g., do a search for "Bill Richardson for president")

6.  Do you agree with the candidates' overall position on Iraq?  Explain your answer.

FYI:  For a chart comparing 2004 Presidential primary dates with those of 2008 click here to go to stateline.org.  (NOTE: Document is in PDF format.)