D7: Election Preview

• Cuccinelli was picked as candidate through a Political Convention rather than a Primary
• As we learned earlier in the year, people who are more extreme republicans/ democrats go to conventions to decide a candidate. This can lead to more extreme ideals being chosen, thus making their decision not appeal to the masses. 
• Terry McAuliffe's ideas on coal and off-shore drilling has changed. 
• Compared to his previous run for governor in 2006, McAuliffe has changed his opinion of not using coal as a resource, and not allowing off-shore drilling. 
• None of the major party candidates are liked
• Just from reading the general election coverage, you can tell that there is no personal favorite. Both of the candidates have major flaws in their systems, and would not be the best for Virginia. They are both very vicious towards each other, and have had their share of lies and deceit.