Hurricane Ike swooped in to the Gulf of Mexico over the weekend and forced millions to evacuate their homes for safety. Those that were not directly impacted by high winds and rain were forced to flee for higher ground, as the storm surge submerged many coastal towns and communities. For the first time in hurricane history, the term “certain death” was used as a warning by government officials who feared that they could not help those who remained in Ike’s path. Days after Ike’s departure, many communities are still without power; some are without homes.
Publishers including USAToday and the Houston Chronicle utilized posts from BlogBurst network members to provide active coverage before, during, and after Ike’s landfall. Thanks to our BlogBurst members in the area that blogged during the storm and offered valuable insight to readers that were seeking information.
To our BlogBurst network members located in communities along the Gulf Coast, we hope that you and your families are safe. For those that would like to contribute to relief efforts, please visit the American Red Cross to learn more.
According to the list found on the Democratic National Convention Web site, of about 400 applicants, more than 
Unfortunately, the Republican National Convention coordinators have not released the full list of credentialed bloggers for this year’s convention. Research indicates that RedState.com, Hot Air, TownHall.com, TechRepublican, GrizzlyGroundswell.com, TheNextRight, JoshuaTrevino.com, JohnFeehery.com. NewsBusters, Arkansas GOP Wing, The American Mind, Wonkette, Bearing Drift, and The Dead Pelican were among the many selected to provide active coverage.
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