A competition held once a week, Barack Idol will narrow the field of contenders until the grand finale in front of thousands at the Democratic National Convention and millions watching from home. In every episode the potential nominees will give a ten-minute speech on a policy issue, participate in an impromptu press conference, and have the opportunity to ask each other challenging questions. The last event will be a free-style round where the contestants can do whatever they want to impress the audience. Each show will end with Barack Obama giving a fist jab to the contestants advancing to the next part of the contest.
But that’s not all, America! Our cameras will follow the VPs as they live together and campaign in a different swing state every week. Watch them pander and flip-flop as they try to become Obama’s No. 2.
The best part is that for the first time in history, America, you get to vote for the actual candidates (unless you are from Michigan or Florida). After each show you can text your choice to (866) 675-2008 or e-mail the campaign here. Not only will a contestant be voted off every week, there is an undercover Republican in the midst, and it will be up to you to eliminate him on time. The final choice will be sent to you via text message or e-mail as soon it is available if you sign up on the Obama ’08 website.
Can Hillary Clinton make a comeback? Will John Edwards show the result of his paternity test live on air? Is Joe Lieberman the secret Republican?* Find out on Barack Idol, the show where YOU get to vote (but not for Ron Paul).
*Yes.
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