Evening Newscast: Aug. 28, 2008

Governor Jim Douglas says it’s critical for Republican presidential candidate John McCain to pick a running mate who has gubernatorial experience; Vermont delegates to the Democratic National Convention aren’t just rallying and partying this week. Some are busy blogging – giving their take on the party – and the media covering it. Commentator Deborah Luskin has devised her own fashion protocol for what to wear after Labor Day.

Regulating Vermont’s Groundwater

Advocates say Vermont lags behind most other states in mapping and regulating its groundwater reserves. We hear from internationally renowned water activist Maude Barlow about this important resource. And we talk with state Senator Diane Snelling about a bill that would manage Vermont’s groundwater as a "public trust." Also on the program, former Vermont Governor Madeleine Kunin discusses her new book, and students at the Sharon Academy have their say on global warming.

Clinton supporters say support for war hurt candidate

     It was a disappointing night for the supporters of Senator Clinton, who were hoping for a much closer outcome. A small group of campaign workers slowly filtered into Sweetwaters restaurant in downtown Burlington. The evening was essentially over before it started when the national networks called the race for Senator Obama one minute after the polls had closed here.