American Presidential Election, 2008

I am watching the developments on the 2008 election with great interest. It shows the American system of democracy.

I am fascinated by their system of choosing the best candidates to represent the Republican Party and the Democratic Party.

Many candidates come forward to participate in the "primaries" for their party. To win the primaries, the candidates have to give their views on many major issues over the media, especially television. There is great debate on these issues.

The voters express their choice in the primary elections, which are held at all the states.

This helps to pick the best candidate to represent their party in the national election. The final votes will be decided in November 2008.