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McCain Camp Insists Obama Is Playing Age Card

"Losing bearings," "Bizarre rant." Ouch. posted 05/09/2008 at 09:50:34

NY Times, Washington Post Confirm Arianna's Story That McCain Did Not Vote For Bush

This reminds me of the "bitter gate" episode.

I'm a little uncomfortable with reporting a remark from a dinner party. I think there's an expectation of a press-free zone, just like there was at Barack's San Fran meeting. At least this remark hasn't been distorted. But still. posted 05/09/2008 at 09:45:34

Obama Camp Faces Major Obstacles In Plan To Help Clinton Pay Off Debt

The same way he got the nomination with a bunch like us. posted 05/08/2008 at 22:37:49

I prefer the idea of helping her raise money. The money that has already been donated was given with the purpose of helping Obama, not Clinton. I question the ethics of diverting this money to her, especially if it's primarily going to Mark Penn. But to help her fundraise to pay off her debts and get the hell out of this race? I'll chip in. posted 05/08/2008 at 22:34:51

Reading The Pictures: Preparing For The Second Coming (Of Obama-Mania)

I think you're wrong. And we'll find out soon enough. Personally, I've had enough of amateur punditry. The professionals are annoying enough. posted 05/08/2008 at 22:22:14

Nancy Pelosi Cuts Short Press Conference, Makes "Beeline" For Obama During His DC Visit

I guess the lazy native vote goes to Obama, too. I only worked a couple of 10 hour days this week. The rest were only 9. posted 05/08/2008 at 22:11:54

Care to read?

http://www.barackobama.com/issues/

I never tire of posting that link. posted 05/08/2008 at 22:08:15

Unfair entitlements to ne'er do wells! I love it! In the era of rampant corporate welfare, where those who earn 90% of the wealth pay only 40% of the taxes, where corporations go off shore so they don't have to contribute anything to the economy that generates their wealth.

There's nothing like the neo con perspective. posted 05/08/2008 at 22:06:20

Ed Koch: Obama Is A Sure Loser, Clinton Should Fight On

Ed Koch? Talk about the politics of yesteryear. And I won't even mention the r-word. Ed Koch calling Obama a loser is like Clinton calling him an elitist. posted 05/07/2008 at 22:27:22

A Historic Vote

Dear Paul, I am a supporter of IAVA, and I really appreciate all that you do for our veterans. I hope this bill passes, and I hope it gets signed. posted 05/08/2008 at 07:04:52

Race Is All the Clintons Have Left

Good sound bite, you mean. And wrong. posted 05/08/2008 at 07:19:49

Dianne Feinstein To Clinton: Show Me Your Plan

This is a serious blow to any Clinton aspirations or even pretense at having a chance. Diane doesn't play. And if she's challenging Clinton, then the entire California delegation may soon have a reason to depart from Clinton. Boxer pledged to go with her state—love Barbara Boxer—but I think she's ready to support Obama, and will do so if the opportunity arises. posted 05/07/2008 at 15:59:58

Moving Forward

Both sides have been hostile. That's the point. And in a primary where the two candidates are very close in policy and voting record. You can take a quick walk through the posts, too. Both sides need to practice some civility. That has been true for months.

Now is a good time to start. posted 05/08/2008 at 07:01:58

I like the first sentence of your post. posted 05/08/2008 at 07:00:08

Excellent post. posted 05/08/2008 at 06:59:01

Hillary Will Drop Out by June 15

Ever heard of a graceful exit? Let's give her that dignity. posted 05/07/2008 at 14:57:58

Time to stop Hillary bashing. It's always been pointless, but it's especially pointless now. And even damaging. Obama needs a unified party. posted 05/07/2008 at 14:57:35

I disagree. Let's see what kind of a campaign she runs over the next few weeks. If she concentrates on uniting the party and opposing McCain, she will be a big help to Obama's campaign.

I'm looking forward to an end to all the Obama and Hillary bashing. It's been exhausting. posted 05/07/2008 at 14:56:01

I'm glad to see that the Clinton campaign does have a sense of reality about this primary. (I was beginning to doubt it.) I can understand Clinton wanting to withdraw on her own terms. If she uses the remaining weeks to promote a unifying message and strengthen the campaign against McCain, I think her staying in the race will actually be helpful. posted 05/07/2008 at 14:13:44

Obama Gives Media A Critical Valentine During Victory Speech

I disagree with the way you have framed the events. Disagree strongly. First:

"Obama's mystique got penetrated in a number of negative ways"

His "mystique" wasn't penetrated. Instead, the press came across video and sound that they could "slice and dice" and distort in order to paint a negative picture of Obama. The media then proceeded to pound that negative image night after night in a shameless barrage of attacks, employing with expert dexterity that old media standby: the double standard.

Second, I have to say you missed the whole point of the section of the speech you highlighted. And I'm surprised, because this has been the media talking point for weeks. This narrative was for the voters, not the press. It was for the press to disseminate, certainly. But the target audience is those elusive, white, blue collar voters that he wants to connect with. What he wants to say to the press, he says very directly:
http://youtube.com/v/zEJ2ZLkjqQI

What he says in his speeches is for the public. posted 05/07/2008 at 18:45:42

George McGovern Switches To Obama, Urges Clinton To Drop Out

Your post makes no sense. If you support Clinton, then you have much more in common with Obama than you ever could with McCain.

I will never understand the destructive resentment from Clinton and Obama supporters "I will never vote for him, I will never vote for her, me, me, me, me, me, me, me, me, me, me, me, me."

The November election is not about your hurt feelings. It's about your COUNTRY. Obama and Clinton are virtually identical when it comes to votes, policy, and the direction they want to take this country. Wait to hear what Hillary has to say about voting for McCain. She disagrees with you, believe me. posted 05/07/2008 at 15:52:53

She deserves a graceful exit. posted 05/07/2008 at 15:48:21

You're absolutely right. Whining does not win elections. Which is why you are very unlikely to win one any time soon. posted 05/07/2008 at 15:48:01

This is just the start. posted 05/07/2008 at 15:46:46

I don't even understand what you're getting at. posted 05/07/2008 at 15:41:13

Obama Victorious, Clinton On The Ropes

You did a terrific job. Obama closed w 49% to Clinton's 51%. That's a remarkable turnaround. posted 05/07/2008 at 01:48:46

Obama won Texas. posted 05/07/2008 at 01:45:48

Obama's Clinton Dilemma

A lot depends on what the Clintons decide to do. I think Obama has already shown a great deal of deference for Hillary. If the Clintons show some real respect for Obama in their rhetoric and their actions, I think things will change. I also think Obama should take on John Edwards as an adviser. Edwards really understands the populist strategy, and Obama might benefit from a little mentoring to hone his message. posted 05/07/2008 at 16:18:12

Is he where he is by merit? What dubious person do you think helped him get into Harvard? He didn't have a parent who when there, like Bush did with Yale. What dubious person do you think got him to bypass lucrative corporate law positions to instead work as a community organizer in a low-income section of Chicago? What dubious person do you think has helped him in this primary?

I think you are not using critical thinking skills when listening to the media. Not to be rude, but you can't just soak up what people say without asking yourself if it makes any sense. If you're so worried that Obama is actually pastor Wright in disguise, then I would suggest you look around at your own friends and their friends and ask yourself, honestly, if they are all carbon copies of each other. posted 05/07/2008 at 16:13:50

I'm seeing that his license was suspended.

http://www2.nysun.com/article/25965 posted 05/07/2008 at 09:14:01

I couldn't disagree more. Obama needs Clinton voters and he needs the Clintons to rally around the Obama candidacy. This is no time to split the Democratic vote because we had two good candidates. I can't think of a sillier reason to lose voters. Both candidates are strong, they have very similar voting records and policy positions—so let's keep fighting. Makes no sense. posted 05/07/2008 at 09:12:27

This is ridiculous. Do you think Clinton agrees with everything her supporters say or think? posted 05/07/2008 at 09:07:23

White working class blue collar voters are an important voting block in this country. Aside from that, they are among the people who suffer most from Republican policies and corporate malfeasance. I think Obama can reach this group if he stays on message. His speech in NC was good, his speech in IN was good. He's taking a page out of the John Edwards book in terms of rhetoric, and that will help get his message across. posted 05/07/2008 at 09:06:37

I think he has his license back.

http://www2.nysun.com/article/25965 posted 05/07/2008 at 09:02:55

I'd take Cilnton over Thomas, Alito, Roberts, and Scalia any day. posted 05/07/2008 at 09:02:07

"You people."

Let's hope we're done listening to this kind of rhetoric from Democrats. Whether Obama or Clinton supporters. posted 05/07/2008 at 08:57:59

Exit Polls: Limbaugh Effect Seems To Rear Its Head

This is the best comment about Rush Limbaugh that I've ever read. posted 05/07/2008 at 08:47:56

six months is too long. a lot happens to change someone's opinion in six months. posted 05/07/2008 at 08:47:12

Exit Polls: Indiana, North Carolina Latest Information

Until a certain person drops out of the race, there is still damage being done to another certain person who should be our nominee. It's not over yet. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:59:40

Good good. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:58:58

This is from a poll. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:58:11

We have 0% reporting. How does anyone know it's a rout??? posted 05/06/2008 at 19:54:46

Looks like Hillary is holding on to her 14% margin in IN. 32% of precincts reporting.

It's not over yet. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:54:02

So if a person is black, that vote is somehow less legitimate? posted 05/06/2008 at 19:53:05

I just heard Taylor Marsh on The Young Turks. Doesn't sound like it's over. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:42:41

At 20% of precincts, Clinton is maintaining a 14% lead. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:38:21

They called it this early? What are the stats? posted 05/06/2008 at 19:32:24

If you think Reagan Democrats are going to vote for McCain, you are dreaming my friend. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:30:43

And not 100% percent of those precincts. There's a long way to go. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:20:43

Thanks, Hume. None of the large population centers are reporting anything yet. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:19:23

One quarter of republicans are voting AGAINST McCain. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:13:52

8% reporting, Clinton's lead is now at 12%. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:13:00

Southwest Indiana is Clinton country. She's getting 60+% in those counties. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:09:21

At 5% it's 59% Clinton, 41% Obama. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:04:24

4% reporting. Clinton lead is down from 22% to 16%

Still way to early. posted 05/06/2008 at 19:00:08

It's closing. Her lead is down from 22% to 18%.

It's really too early to know anything. posted 05/06/2008 at 18:58:23

very small number of votes counted, only 45 thousand. and it looks like rural areas.

it's only 3%. the stats are going to change a lot. posted 05/06/2008 at 18:55:09

3% reporting, Clinton leads by 9,000 votes. posted 05/06/2008 at 18:49:55

Probably more accurate to say, Clinton up by 7,000 votes. posted 05/06/2008 at 18:41:13

2% reporting from IN, Clinton WAY up, 61 to 39. Let's hope the exit polls are closer to the truth. posted 05/06/2008 at 18:39:05

We can always HOPE. posted 05/06/2008 at 18:36:52

Study: Media Covered Wright More Than Clinton Last Week

I think it's supposed to be "BOO!" posted 05/06/2008 at 15:37:38

Why are people afraid of this guy? I don't get it. He's old, his day has passed, he has been humiliated all over television. Are people really such cowards? This guy looks like somebody's grandfather. posted 05/06/2008 at 15:36:37

Obama Flier Panders To Kentucky Voters Over Coal

I don't know if this can be called a "pander." Obama really does believe in clean coal, which is one of the things I don't like about his policies. Can't go with the clean coal or the nuclear. posted 05/06/2008 at 15:55:37

McAuliffe: Clinton Can Beat McCain -- In A Drinking Contest

Just what we need after Bush. posted 05/06/2008 at 15:45:17

Clinton Camp Expands Strategic Umbrella Of Stupidity In Their Global War On Economists

If Kristol gives an idea his blessing, run as fast as you can in the other direction. He hasn't been correct about anything in a decade. posted 05/06/2008 at 14:54:39

What happened to Clinton's emphasis on experience? Who's got more experience in dealing with economic matters than an economist.

This say-anything strategy is so silly. Silly season indeed. I hope no one is falling for this. posted 05/06/2008 at 14:00:39

McCain and Me: Hero Worship Dies Hard (But When It Does...)

http://www.bookreporter.com/reviews/1400047285.asp posted 05/06/2008 at 14:49:28

What you have me wondering, Arianna, is whether politics is a field where people who have no center and who are short on conscience are more likely to succeed than people made of better stuff—or whether being in politics for an extended period of time robs people of these valuable human qualities. posted 05/06/2008 at 14:10:45

Penn Jillette Makes Hillary "White B*tch" Joke On MSNBC, Joe & Mika Condemn Him

I denounce and reject this joke. posted 05/06/2008 at 15:49:30

Jeremiah Wright, Star Newsmaker

Have you seen the long version? Apparently not, because this is the version people think is totally different from the sound bites. posted 05/06/2008 at 15:52:46

Carolina On My Mind

"Sorry, but such deceitful and anti democratic chicanery as played by the Obama campaign in disenfranchising the millions of good actual Democrats in those states will not be - can not be rewarded."

What high fallootin' language for cheating. posted 05/06/2008 at 15:30:18

"Hillary's gone from Wall Street's favorite candidate to beer swigging working class champion on the late shift, from stern policy wonk to shameless serial panderer. Obama's been transformed from the son of a single mother, community organizer who can bring us together to a black nationalist, brie and arugula elitist who hates America."

The difference is that Hillary morphed her own image, and also caused the distortion of Obama's image. Obama has refrained from any character attacks on Clinton and from misrepresenting who she is. He did not take advantage of the Bosnia lie. Can you image Clinton letting something like that go?

I started out as an Edwards supporter, but this campaign has put me solidly in Obama's camp. "The old type of politics" disgusts me. It misleads the public, drowns out useful information, derails the kind of debates we need to have, and alienates everyone. I don't care if Hillary wins both NC and IN, I will still be hoping for an Obama nominee. I prefer to withhold rewards for lying and deceit. posted 05/06/2008 at 15:26:26

Clinton Camp Tries To Redefine Delegate Math

And she might just see a landslide of defections if she tries to pull this "nuclear" option. Delegates pledged to her are already switching to Obama. posted 05/06/2008 at 15:33:13

She's obviously worried that Obama is going to reach 2025. posted 05/06/2008 at 15:31:20

Obama Camp Hits 1.5 Million Donors

I'm on the same plan. posted 05/06/2008 at 16:38:03

Study: Obama-Backed Illinois Gas Tax Holiday Actually Worked

It would have been so easy for Obama to get on this trainwreck. He did the difficult thing. Say anything to get elected? This isn't winning him any friends. This is a tough stance taken by a principled person. posted 05/06/2008 at 14:52:29

Okay, this isn't even an analytical article. It's an editorial piece in support of Clinton. Which is fine, except that there are no facts in this article. What let Obama to conclude the program didn't work. There's no information there. It isn't "logic" that led to this conclusion.

Only one "scientific" study? What in the world does that mean? Does this person have any knowledge of methodology or analysis or anything? Any journalistic training? Did he eve ask anyone a question? Where are the quotes? Sources? Anything?

To write an entire article based on freshman year economic theory is not journalism. I'd like some facts, please. posted 05/06/2008 at 11:27:00

It's called "learning from experience." Remember that little think called "experience" that Hillary is constantly talking about? Well, this is an example. You try something, thinking it will work, and it doesn't. So you don't try it again.

I'm not convinced by one article about one study. I'd like to know what led Obama to conclude the program hadn't worked. Honestly, the lack of journalistic skills these days is stunning. posted 05/06/2008 at 11:19:03

Juan Cole: Clinton's Iran Comments "Monstrous"

Wise, as usual, Hume. posted 05/06/2008 at 14:06:58

Mutual assured destruction was the Cold War policy of both the U.S. and Soviet Union. It is credited by a number of historians with keeping us out of a nuclear winter. posted 05/06/2008 at 14:06:04

Please get your nose out of the video games and join the human race. posted 05/06/2008 at 14:03:29

When you use the word "crapola' in reference to Juan Cole, you are saying a lot about yourself. And not a thing about Cole. posted 05/06/2008 at 14:02:43

Do you know anything at all about this man? Google his bio, then post your apology. posted 05/06/2008 at 14:01:41

I have so much respect for Juan Cole. I had pretty much dismissed Clinton's comment as Cold War rhetoric, but he is getting me to rethink my reaction. posted 05/06/2008 at 11:31:29

Obama, Clinton Turn Up Populist Charm With Campaign Settings

Once again we are forced to explain the "present" votes to people who do not read enough. In the Illinois Senate, a vote of "Present" indicates that the legislator basically supports the bill, but would like some revision to it. Often it is a strategic vote in order to force modification.

This lesson brought to you by Tired of Explaining to People Who Won't Read. I approve this message. posted 05/06/2008 at 11:34:14

Fox Anchor Jodi Applegate Set To Announce Shocking Family Secret ON AIR

And? posted 05/06/2008 at 11:13:02

Howell Raines, Ousted New York Times Editor, Reflects Five Years After Jayson Blair Scandal

And just a week ago we had the five year anniversary of Mission Accomplished. Judith Miller should have ended his career. posted 05/06/2008 at 11:14:58

Paul Krugman: Obama Ad Distorts My Column, He Should Retract It

After al the distorting Krugman has done, this particular whine takes a lot of nerve. posted 05/06/2008 at 08:57:22

Abortion Group Launches Robocall Attack On Obama In Indiana

Same pattern. It seems the only way Obama's opponents can campaign against him is to lie about him. posted 05/06/2008 at 09:05:01

Questioning Hillary Clinton's 'Victory' in Pennsylvania: The Rush Limbaugh Effect

My understanding is that exit polling showed the vast majority of Republicans who turned out for the PA primary voted for Obama, and Limbaugh's "Operation Chaos" was a dismal failure there. Do you have data showing Republican votes going to Clinton? posted 05/06/2008 at 00:07:33

John And Elizabeth Edwards: What Do They Like (And Dislike) About Dem Candidates?

It's probably a human interest story more than anything else. Pretty harmless. posted 05/06/2008 at 00:46:47

Honestly, I don't think he needs to endorse. He's has problems with both candidates, he likes things about both candidates. I don't think he's going to persuade anyone at this point. The only endorsements that count are the super delegates, and Edwards is not a SD, if I understand correctly.

He's better off staying neutral, not getting into this mud fight. posted 05/06/2008 at 00:44:41

Well said. posted 05/06/2008 at 00:40:43

He got to meet Hillary up close, and he's not endorsing her, either. posted 05/06/2008 at 00:36:03

I'm surprised she's supporting either plan, myself. Her husband's plan was the best of the three, because it moved people very sensibly toward single payer without mandates or any incentive beyond the pricing of the market.

Hillary's plan is universal, if I understand it correctly, but it isn't single payer, and that's what we really need. posted 05/06/2008 at 00:31:50

Why? posted 05/06/2008 at 00:27:31

stay strong, stay neutral posted 05/06/2008 at 00:20:07

You think it's Arianna who doesn't like the posts? Do you really think she's wasting her time monitoring these blogs? posted 05/06/2008 at 00:19:33

Obama supporter are divisive and hateful, and yet here you are, the one posting insults and taunting and acting like an angry eight year old. Isn't irony a wonderful thing? posted 05/06/2008 at 00:17:47

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