Political food for thought: Obama, Biden, McCain and Palin's states bring a mix of flavors to the table

"Food is our common ground, a universal experience," wrote James Beard, but with all the political posturing and finger-pointing these final weeks on the campaign trail, it's difficult to imagine the presidential hopefuls and their running mates agreeing even on something as bipartisan as a tub of popcorn.

By Jenn Garbee

October 22, 2008