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When Hillary Clinton left New Hampshire in January as the big winner, a doctor and building owner says she forgot to leave something on her way out of the state: a rent check. After finally getting paid the money he was owed, the doctor says he'll donate the proceeds to the campaign of her rival, Senator Barack Obama.When Hillary Clinton left New Hampshire in January as the big winner, a doctor and... more
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Hillary Clinton will take the Democratic nomination even if she does not win the popular vote, but persuades enough superdelegates to vote for her at the convention, her campaign advisers say.Hillary Clinton will take the Democratic nomination even if she does not win the... more
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If this doesn't help her in Texas, I don't know what will.
Bueno!
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Recent discussions focused on who superdelegates will support at the party convention in June. Given the closeness of the race and disqualifications of more than 300 delegates from Michigan and Florida, it is unlikely that either Clinton or Obama will have the necessary 2025 delegates needed to win the nomination. Superdelegates make up about 20% or 800 of the total delegate counts, and are seen as the deciding factor in the democratic race.
It is perplexing and ironic that the eventual party nominee may be selected by a group of party insiders and some non-elected officials. The intent of proportionality of delegates (as opposed to winner takes all) was based on the principle of fairness and attempt to truly reflect the desire of voters in each congressional district. Superdelegates were meant to allow party leaders/insiders to play a key role in the nomination process – to perhaps influence candidates on specific policy issues or positions, but certainly not as kingmakers.
The increasingly diverse democratic constituency vis-à-vis the shrinking Republican Party tent will likely attract and excite certain demographic groups, and they will gravitate toward a particular candidate. The Clinton-Obama divide will not be the last, but the beginning struggle for party influence between Latinos and African Americans, elites/educated and working class, Baby Boomers, Gen X and Y, females and males, etc. The existence of superdelegates and the role they play in close contests will no doubt be viewed suspiciously by the losing candidate and their supporters. The Democratic Party should revamp the nomination process perhaps, first by jettisoning the superdelegates, and simply awarding the nomination to the candidate with the most votes. But again, politics is never this simple.
Recent discussions focused on who superdelegates will support at the party convention... more
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Despite criticism of his attendance, Obama votes against immunity, while Hillary doesn't even bother to show up.Despite criticism of his attendance, Obama votes against immunity, while Hillary... more
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The DNC has released a web video compiling public comments by John McCain on Iraq, which they call, "The Double Talk Express." Expect to see more contrasting of McCain's record, in hopes to puncture the idea that he holds consistent positions in hard times.The DNC has released a web video compiling public comments by John McCain on Iraq,... more
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MSNBC suspended correspondent David Shuster after comments he made about Chelsea Clinton angered the Clinton campaign.
While "pimp" seems to have been an unfortunate word to describe the senator's use of her daughter's skills, what better time to leer at the prominent children of current and recent presidential candidates?MSNBC suspended correspondent David Shuster after comments he made about Chelsea... more
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This was played at the JEFP staff party on February 1, after Mr. Edwards suspended his campaign. What we lost in this election is truly heartbreaking. Now with what is left I have no desire to support anyone. John Edwards was the voice of the American people, while those left are just the voices of the corporate media and themselves. Perhaps one day I will get to vote for him again as I did last Tuesday. Until then he has my support with whatever endeavors he puts forth regarding addressing poverty in this country because the work is not finished yet. Watch this video and think of what could have been. Thank you John and Elizabeth Edwards for speaking up for the forgotten Americans and for giving me one last chance to participate in this process. This was played at the JEFP staff party on February 1, after Mr. Edwards suspended his... more
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And considering he had announced that his campaign was "suspended" and he was not campaigning or advertising, I think he did pretty good. He even managed to get 10% in Oklahoma. Of course, many will not know this because the big story is Clinton/Obama just like the media wanted it. However, I was one of those Nj votes and it felt good to vote my conscience and for someone instead of against someone else. Just imagine what John Edwards could have done had he been able to gain the momentum that I believe was begininng, which was why he was pushed out. Can't have anyone dimming the spotlight on the chosen ones.And considering he had announced that his campaign was "suspended" and he... more
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In a surprise twist after a chaotic Super Tuesday, Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) passed Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.) in network tallies of the number of delegates the candidates racked up last night.In a surprise twist after a chaotic Super Tuesday, Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) passed... more
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"Something's happening in these elections that feels like a tipping point.
From a national women's media training to my local women's book club, from exchanges among long-time feminist activists to conversations with my feminist son, I hear a buzz about why so many feminists are deciding to vote for Barack Obama.""Something's happening in these elections that feels like a tipping point.... more
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Two words: The media... and once again the American people will simply be silent and allow it to happen. That's why I have decided that this coming Tuesday in my NJ primary I will still place my vote for John Edwards as a signal to the corporate media that was so scared of his message and is once again picking our president that I am not in the least bit interested in their picks. I may have no choice in November but to vote for the lesser of two evils which will once again compromise my conscience, but no way in hell am I surrendering my vote this Tuesday.Two words: The media... and once again the American people will simply be silent and... more
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Isn't this very, very interesting...
After John Edwards bowed out of the run this morning...this happened!Isn't this very, very interesting...
After John Edwards bowed out of the run... more
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In these times,
of high gas prices, weakened economy,and home foreclosure,
the potential next leader of this nation
must address these concerns for me to vote for
him or her.
In these times,
of high gas prices, weakened economy,and home foreclosure,
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Obama's landslide victory over Clinton and Edwards in the SC primary this past Saturday demonstrated the strength of his organization, grassroots support, and campaign message. He won by double digits riding on the wave of African American support (a whopping 80%) but at the same time, failed to broaden his appeal among White voters. This presents a dilemma for the Obama campaign as they look forward to Super Tuesday on Feb. 5 when the majority of the 22 states have closed primaries and increased White, Hispanic and Asian American voters. Should his campaign focus on states with strong African American presence such as GA, AL, and MO, or divert resources to more expensive, but delegate rich states such as CA, NY, NJ, and AZ where Clinton is leading by double digits? Latest polls show Obama only leading Clinton in GA but competitive in MO, AL and TN.
Clinton, on the other hand, has aggressively campaigned in Super Tuesday states since winning the Nevada caucuses. By down-playing SC, Clinton risks permanently damaging relations with a substantial bloc of core democratic constituencies that make up about 15% of general election voters she desperately needs to win in November. The Clinton campaign probably calculated that winning White, Hispanic, elderly, and female voters may be enough to eke out and win the nomination, and ask for redemption by selecting Obama or someone with an indisputable civil rights record for the #2 spot at the convention. Both campaigns face tough choices ahead. One thing is certain, the only campaign without a choice is Edwards'. Having lost four crucial primaries, Edward's game may not reach Super Tuesday.Obama's landslide victory over Clinton and Edwards in the SC primary this past... more
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John Edward’s consecutive primary losses ended his five year bid for president. His “two America” campaign theme and populist approach did not resonate well with democratic voters. After seven years of gross mismanagement and disastrous neo-con policies, democrats hunger for change, competency and unity. While Obama represents freshness and change, Clinton’s experience and policy prowess reassures weary working class voters. Democrats seemed to move beyond the "have and have-not" argument in this election. Pressing challenges such as the Iraq war, home foreclosures, rising healthcare and educational costs, and economic downturn unite people. When facing a real or potential crisis, there is only one America.
Edwards’ campaign should have focused on unity – the need to bridge the gaps between the rich and poor, the old and young, the educated and less educated, women and men, straights and gays, and blacks, whites and browns. Democrats probably would have responded positively given the divisive racial and gender rhetoric in the early primaries. Edwards’ two America message was equally divisive and thus, failed to be a credible alternative to Obama and Clinton. Edwards, 53, is a young and promising leader. Perhaps he should return to his roots in NC, run for governor, and return in 2012 or 2016.
John Edward’s consecutive primary losses ended his five year bid for president.... more
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John Edwards speech suspending his 2008 presidential campaign.
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John Edwards will announce he is exiting the presidential race today. He notified a circle of his senior advisers,as well as Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.
The announcement is to come today at 1 pm in New Orleans, where he was to give a speech on poverty.
Looks like it's down to just 2 for the Democrats.John Edwards will announce he is exiting the presidential race today. He notified a... more
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Lately, the word momentum has been used and repeated by political pundits, commentators and bloggers so often that you think it is some kind of magical force. On the contrary, momentum defied all conventional wisdom in this election cycle and is proving to be a curse.
After winning the Iowa caucuses, Obama was riding high on the wave of momentum going into New Hampshire with polls showing double digit leads. He lost by 3%. With two consecutive primary wins (three if you count MI), the Clinton campaign thought momentum would bring her to a close second place in South Carolina despite trailing in the polls. Obama defeated Clinton as expected, far from close, but by a shocking 28%. Coupled with the Kennedy endorsements, mainstream media claimed momentum was blowing Obama’s way. However, in the renegade Florida primary Tuesday night, momentum again stubbornly failed to come through. Clinton beat Obama by 17% and won almost every demographic group in the exit polls. (Think what you may of Florida’s primary, it is hard to discount the 1.5 million Democratic voters.)
Given its track record, I am not sure I want momentum on my side. Perhaps it is trying to prove a point – no candidate is entitled or has exclusive rights to it. To the candidates, may momentum, umm..not be with you.Lately, the word momentum has been used and repeated by political pundits,... more
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