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Shop Guide: Political Products
Show Your Support in Totes to Dog Tees

As it's less than a month away from one of the most important elections in United States history, now more than ever, American citizens should show timely support for their candidate of choice. With one Presidential and VP debate each complete, there are now only two debates left-- second Presidential Debate at Belmont University (Oct 7) in Nashville in a town-hall format, and final Presidential Debate at Hofstra University in Hampstead, New York (Oct 15), focusing on domestic and economic policy-- to show the public who is ready to be the future president.

The economic crisis doesn't seem to be enough to stop the consumerism that the current Presidential campaigning benefits from, and with power players like Rupert Murdoch even admitting to being part of the disdain the majority of America's population has for politicians, being shy about your political favor is a thing of the past. As the elections move steadily closer, citizens can play a part in informing themselves about the options or display support to increase either party's popularity. psychoPEDIA looks into six political products get more informed about the candidates and promote their candidate of choice, without sacrificing style:

The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream by Barack Obama ($16.50)
While it’s hard not to get carried away with the idealistic notions The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream can inspire, Obama’s passionate articulation also reads sensibly, clear, and well thought out. Chapters such as "Values," "Opportunity," and "Faith," are able to touch all walks of life, and give the now age-old American dream a much needed face lift. From sensitive topics such as teen motherhood and “gangsta life” to anti-Americanism abroad, Obama uses his first-hand experience to bring a deeply moralistic take on these issues. Resembling his memoir, Dreams From My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance, this text combine his own humour and often proposes humane solutions to the country's problems.

Worth the Fighting For: The Education of an American Maverick, and the Heroes Who Inspired Him by John McCain ($10.17)
Mark Salter, McCain’s administrative assistant, helps put together an autobiography that deals with his personal experiences from Vietnam to the “Keating Five Affair” which nearly ended his political career. With themes such as heroism, sacrifice, stoicism and redemption, McCain relegates his time in public office and his witness to acts of indulgence and acts of principle. After five and half years as a POW, he regained health and his flight-eligibility status, which has enabled him to travel and educate himself even further, politically. McCain’s autobiography also includes sentimental profiles of his heroes, from Ted Williams and Theodore Roosevelt, to Billy Mitchell and Marlon Brando in Viva Zapata!

Rachel Roy Be the Change Scarf for Obama ($95)
With a background that reflects a modern American dream, it’s no wonder Rachel Roy is an Obama supporter. From humble beginnings as a stylist to being the Creative Director for Rocawear and now with the success of her own line Rachel Roy New York, it's the classic tale of hard-earned success. Her scarf, in support of the Democratic candidate, carries the inspirational message of "Be the Change You Want to See in The World" in an all-over print. With this accessory, you can do double duty by showing support while keeping warm for the cooler months ahead.

Marc Jacobs Obama '08 Button Tote ($75)
While not one of his most recent "Marc by Marc for Marc Jacobs" (on into infinity) eponymous bags, designer icon Marc Jacobs shows his support, quite simply, for Obama in a button tote with a quirky edge. Notorious for his success with the fashion elite, Jacobs also stays at the forefront of socially conscious designers with his tote, showing that fashion can have substance, too. Keep well-informed of the candidates' latest updates as you can carry the latest newspapers and respective memoirs in this original tote.

Sarah Palin Maternity Shirt ($32.99)
In the tradition of MILFs-- a term brought into popular culture from the teen comedy American Pie-- Sarah Palin has inspired the VPILF T-shirt by Flippin Sweet Gear. As McCain’s sidekick, who has been getting as much press as the next B-level paparazzi victim, Palin's hockey mom image is not only fueling the media for her word-tripping during debates, but also for her unashamed small-town personality. Perhaps as a nod to her pregnant teenage daughter, or her non-pro-choice political policy, this maternity shirt is sure to get new mothers through an entire pregnancy term-- or at least to the November election.

McCainine T-Shirt ($14.95)
A twist on the idea of dog as man’s best friend is yet another gimmick to add to the campaigning madness that has culminated in the country's current political climate. While a dog owner may have endless things to say about McCain's take on the economy, the McCainine dog tee is a one-word statement, as pets don’t have a clue about politics, and therefore, can’t be held in contempt. Sizes range from XS to 2XL for almost all-sized breeds, and go to show that, like this year's Republication candidate, every dog can have it’s day.