August 2008 in the United States presidential election saw the emergence of two politicians selected to serve as their party's vice presidential nominees. The month was full of speculation as pundits argued on the merits of who they felt were the possible "choices" for the candidates. The Democratic National Convention was held and  campaign activities increased until a looming storm caused Republicans to delay and reshuffle their convention.

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Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail... is a monthly article about the campaign events during the past month. The title is based on the series of articles written by journalist Hunter S. Thompson and compiled into a publication entitled Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail '72.
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Fear and loathing on the campaign trail, August 2008