This election year, it is always important to make your vote count, whether you are a regular voter or casting your ballot for the very first time. To help inform your important decision, hear a fascinating panel discussion with leading journalists and scholars on the upcoming presidential/vice-presidential election, and get their analysis on this year’s vice-presidential candidates.  Hosted by Sun-Times journalist, Laura Washington, joined by Susan Mazet, Chair of the Political Science department at Loyola University, and Greg Hinz, Political Writer for Crain’s Chicago Business.

This discussion is followed by complete audio of the vice-presidential debate between Govenor Sarah Palin and Senator Joe Biden, with moderation by Gwen Ifill.

Recorded Thursday, October 02, 2008 at Chicago History Museum.