How can I become involved with the 2008 presidential election?

I'm 17 years old and I will be 18 before the election, so I will be able to vote. I want to become involved with the election some how. I'm not going to lie, I am pretty clueless when it comes to politics, but I want to change that. Politics have started to become appealing to me, but they are confusing. So how can I learn more about them, and how can I become involved with the election? Thanks!

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1. YouChoose '08 -YouTube Features a collection of videos by many of the major candidates running for president in 2008. http://www.youtube.com/members?s=po&g=-1 Ron Paul 08!
2. You can be involved in the Student Poll Work Program in your local area. I was in it 2 years ago for the November special election, and I had a great experience. I received a 80-dollar paycheck by the end of the day. But that wasn't the most important thing, I learned a lot from being a pollworker, and what was better is that I used it as my High School graduation project and I got a 98%!! Further more, I had a enjoyable time with the fellow local poll workers(Usually older generations). But they also have a fun side.
3. This is a long list of meet-up groups: http://www.meetup.com/topics/polact/cand/pres/ Most of them are political groups. Spend some time scrolling among your favorite candidates. Some may have groups going near you. The Ron Paul groups top the list & there are 4 of them near where I live & they all communicate on the "net". I've met some Great people and learned a lot about politics, the youngest member was 15, not counting little kids that came with their parents to events. Good Luck! **********************************************************
4. - Go to the website of each candidate and learn their issues and position. - Also need to see their past personal character and political records to see if they fit your ideals. - Donate, volunteer and vote.