I have been researching the candidates and issues in reparation to voting in the November elections. I am going to share, not my philosophy, but some sites I've come across that make comparing candidates and the issues they support or oppose a little clearer. Let's make sure our voice is heard!
http://www.votesmart.org/ - Project Vote Smart, the voter's self-defense system.
http://www.register-vote.com/ - Voter Registration information.
http://www.vote411.org/ - Election information you need.
http://www.rockthevote.com/ - Rock the Vote, Building political power for young people.
Hope these help. Post more if you find a useful site.