May 18, 2008
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Clinton Protest Voters for McCain
I have a sincere request of the HRC supporters: Is there a place where I could read a list of the grievances against the DNC leadership and Democratic elected officials regarding HRC. I would like to understand why you think Hillary has been so disrespected and vilified by the Democratic elite? posted 05/18/2008 at 03:08:31
You Broke It, You Own It -- Obama Style
I'm perfectly happy to 'own' my vote and contribution for Obama.
I don't know if Obama will be able to beat McCain -- it is quite a tough challenge.
I remain 100% convinced that Hillary would lose in the fall, if she managed to become the nominee. posted 05/14/2008 at 17:17:00
I don't know if Obama will be able to beat McCain -- it is quite a tough challenge.
I remain 100% convinced that Hillary would lose in the fall, if she managed to become the nominee. posted 05/14/2008 at 17:17:00
Why Hillary Lost My Daughter and Me
I recognize she has seen and heard a lot by being in the White House and meeting all the world's leaders. But when it comes to experience holding public office and leading the people of a state or nation, she and Obama are pretty similar.
Obama and Clinton have very similar positions on the issues -- both are too pro-military-spending for me. I'm not expecting miracles from Obama.
I am now enthusiastic about supporting Obama because he does seem to inspire people to get up and do something -- he has had impressive grassroots volunteer support. Which will certainly be a big help in winning the general election. If he can inspire more and more people to become active, he can precipitate a wave of real change in this country. That's the promise I see of an Obama administration. posted 05/13/2008 at 18:22:26
Obama and Clinton have very similar positions on the issues -- both are too pro-military-spending for me. I'm not expecting miracles from Obama.
I am now enthusiastic about supporting Obama because he does seem to inspire people to get up and do something -- he has had impressive grassroots volunteer support. Which will certainly be a big help in winning the general election. If he can inspire more and more people to become active, he can precipitate a wave of real change in this country. That's the promise I see of an Obama administration. posted 05/13/2008 at 18:22:26
In the early days of women winning public office, the first female senator or governor was sometimes referred to as 'the first to win in her own right'. Other women had held the position, when appointed to it after the death of their husbands while in office.
If Senator Barbara Mikulski were running and a serious contender, she would be running (and winning!) 100% 'in her own right'. I would indeed see her run as a feminist milestone. Not so much when it comes to Hillary. Though I want to make it clear, I'm not a Hillary hater and think she should be treated fairly. And I'll vote for her if she's the nominee.
In the harsh and brutal world of politics, I think she pretty much has been. People have said lots of harsh things -- politics ain't beanbag. I think she's had a harder time because she's a Clinton than because she's a woman. There has been some sexist garbage spewed -- but not by the Obama campaign. Mainly by folks selling the HRC nutcracker or something, trying to make a buck.
Senators Clinton and Obama have about the same experience holding public office -- Clinton's years as a U.S. senator and Obama's years as an Illinois state senator/U.S. senator. Yet Clinton is trying to sell herself as the experienced candidate, based on her years as first lady. I've not bought it, myself. posted 05/13/2008 at 18:21:44
If Senator Barbara Mikulski were running and a serious contender, she would be running (and winning!) 100% 'in her own right'. I would indeed see her run as a feminist milestone. Not so much when it comes to Hillary. Though I want to make it clear, I'm not a Hillary hater and think she should be treated fairly. And I'll vote for her if she's the nominee.
In the harsh and brutal world of politics, I think she pretty much has been. People have said lots of harsh things -- politics ain't beanbag. I think she's had a harder time because she's a Clinton than because she's a woman. There has been some sexist garbage spewed -- but not by the Obama campaign. Mainly by folks selling the HRC nutcracker or something, trying to make a buck.
Senators Clinton and Obama have about the same experience holding public office -- Clinton's years as a U.S. senator and Obama's years as an Illinois state senator/U.S. senator. Yet Clinton is trying to sell herself as the experienced candidate, based on her years as first lady. I've not bought it, myself. posted 05/13/2008 at 18:21:44
I do feel sad for Clinton's supporters, particularly older women. They invested their dreams in Hillary, and it hurts to see that die.
I'm a feminist, 10 years younger than Hillary. I have not been persuaded by the 'orthodox' feminists' case for Hillary.
Obama is not my first choice as Democratic nominee, but he is my favorite now. I've been on the anybody-but-Clinton bandwagon since she announced her candidacy.
Why? Because I want a Democrat to win in November. Hillary has too much baggage, primarily her husband - the IMPEACHED former president! I think that returning the Clinton co-presidency to the White House, violating the spirit of the 22nd amendment by doing so, will be a big issue if she becomes the nominee.
Plus Hillary's own sorry story that she was duped into voting for the Iraq War and her colossal failure in health care, the one big project she led while in the national spotlight. I'm truly amazed that she and her advisers ever seriously thought she could win the general election. I wish that she had chosen not to run.
I've never seen Hillary's run for President as a feminist triumph. If she should win, what would that say to America's little girls? You can grow up to be president, just find and marry a man who will be president first.
When a woman becomes President, I don't want it to be a woman who has attained power by being the first lady.
(cont) posted 05/13/2008 at 18:20:05
I'm a feminist, 10 years younger than Hillary. I have not been persuaded by the 'orthodox' feminists' case for Hillary.
Obama is not my first choice as Democratic nominee, but he is my favorite now. I've been on the anybody-but-Clinton bandwagon since she announced her candidacy.
Why? Because I want a Democrat to win in November. Hillary has too much baggage, primarily her husband - the IMPEACHED former president! I think that returning the Clinton co-presidency to the White House, violating the spirit of the 22nd amendment by doing so, will be a big issue if she becomes the nominee.
Plus Hillary's own sorry story that she was duped into voting for the Iraq War and her colossal failure in health care, the one big project she led while in the national spotlight. I'm truly amazed that she and her advisers ever seriously thought she could win the general election. I wish that she had chosen not to run.
I've never seen Hillary's run for President as a feminist triumph. If she should win, what would that say to America's little girls? You can grow up to be president, just find and marry a man who will be president first.
When a woman becomes President, I don't want it to be a woman who has attained power by being the first lady.
(cont) posted 05/13/2008 at 18:20:05
Under Clinton's Rules, Obama Still Wins
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee. I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November.
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 13 or 20. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
As a California voter in June of 1992, I cast my vote not for Jerry Brown, my governor and favorite candidate, but instead for an inexperienced, charismatic governor of a small state, Bill Clinton. It was clear that he would be the nominee, and I wanted to add my little boost to strengthen him going into the convention and the fall election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/11/2008 at 00:10:21
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 13 or 20. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
As a California voter in June of 1992, I cast my vote not for Jerry Brown, my governor and favorite candidate, but instead for an inexperienced, charismatic governor of a small state, Bill Clinton. It was clear that he would be the nominee, and I wanted to add my little boost to strengthen him going into the convention and the fall election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/11/2008 at 00:10:21
Yes, Obama will win the pledged delegate count, even including MI and FL.
West Virginia and Kentucky Democrats, your help is needed to avert an ugly dispute that could damage our chances for a Democratic victory this fall. Senator Barack Obama will win the pledged delegate race -- that is a mathematical certainty. He needs to also win the popular vote to have a clear and conflict-free path to the nomination.
Even though the total popular vote will be a skewed figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states, it will be an important number in discussions about the nomination.
If the perception is widespread that Obama won the delegate count but lost the popular vote, it will weaken our Democratic nominee and cause feelings of resentment among Clinton supporters.
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, I hope the DNC, together with both campaigns, will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
I think that a few hundred superdelegates will announce their commitment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
(cont) posted 05/11/2008 at 00:09:33
West Virginia and Kentucky Democrats, your help is needed to avert an ugly dispute that could damage our chances for a Democratic victory this fall. Senator Barack Obama will win the pledged delegate race -- that is a mathematical certainty. He needs to also win the popular vote to have a clear and conflict-free path to the nomination.
Even though the total popular vote will be a skewed figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states, it will be an important number in discussions about the nomination.
If the perception is widespread that Obama won the delegate count but lost the popular vote, it will weaken our Democratic nominee and cause feelings of resentment among Clinton supporters.
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, I hope the DNC, together with both campaigns, will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
I think that a few hundred superdelegates will announce their commitment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
(cont) posted 05/11/2008 at 00:09:33
Rangel Slams Clinton White Support Talk
HRC's comments were dumb and insulting to us all.
I wish I could go to the polls and vote for Obama on Tuesday -- I'd enjoy saying No Thanks to Hillary this week.
West Virginians, you have the opportunity on Tuesday. I hope lots of you have a great time voting for Barack. With a smile. posted 05/11/2008 at 00:05:43
I wish I could go to the polls and vote for Obama on Tuesday -- I'd enjoy saying No Thanks to Hillary this week.
West Virginians, you have the opportunity on Tuesday. I hope lots of you have a great time voting for Barack. With a smile. posted 05/11/2008 at 00:05:43
"Hillary Democrats" Could Be Up For Grabs
Clinton's recent 'hard-working white Americans' comments are insulting to all of us.
I wish I could go to the polls and vote for Obama on Tuesday -- I'd enjoy saying No Thanks to Hillary this week.
West Virginians, you have the opportunity on Tuesday. I hope lots of you have a great time voting for Barack. With a smile. posted 05/10/2008 at 23:55:10
I wish I could go to the polls and vote for Obama on Tuesday -- I'd enjoy saying No Thanks to Hillary this week.
West Virginians, you have the opportunity on Tuesday. I hope lots of you have a great time voting for Barack. With a smile. posted 05/10/2008 at 23:55:10
Clinton Still Attacking Obama On Campaign Trail
HRC is an attack dog. It's what she does.
Clinton's recent 'hard-working white Americans' comments are insulting to all of us.
I wish I could go to the polls and vote for Obama on Tuesday -- I'd enjoy saying No Thanks to Hillary this week.
West Virginians, you have the opportunity on Tuesday. I hope lots of you have a great time voting for Barack. With a smile. posted 05/11/2008 at 00:11:50
Clinton's recent 'hard-working white Americans' comments are insulting to all of us.
I wish I could go to the polls and vote for Obama on Tuesday -- I'd enjoy saying No Thanks to Hillary this week.
West Virginians, you have the opportunity on Tuesday. I hope lots of you have a great time voting for Barack. With a smile. posted 05/11/2008 at 00:11:50
Obama Enters Enemy Territory: West Virginia
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee. I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November.
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 13 or 20. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
As a California voter in June of 1992, I cast my vote not for Jerry Brown, my governor and favorite candidate, but instead for an inexperienced, charismatic governor of a small state, Bill Clinton. It was clear that he would be the nominee, and I wanted to add my little boost to strengthen him going into the convention and the fall election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/10/2008 at 23:53:40
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 13 or 20. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
As a California voter in June of 1992, I cast my vote not for Jerry Brown, my governor and favorite candidate, but instead for an inexperienced, charismatic governor of a small state, Bill Clinton. It was clear that he would be the nominee, and I wanted to add my little boost to strengthen him going into the convention and the fall election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/10/2008 at 23:53:40
West Virginia and Kentucky Democrats, your help is needed to avert an ugly dispute that could damage our chances for a Democratic victory this fall. Senator Barack Obama will win the pledged delegate race -- that is a mathematical certainty. He needs to also win the popular vote to have a clear and conflict-free path to the nomination.
Even though the total popular vote will be a skewed figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states, it will be an important number in discussions about the nomination.
If the perception is widespread that Obama won the delegate count but lost the popular vote, it will weaken our Democratic nominee and cause feelings of resentment among Clinton supporters.
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, I hope the DNC, together with both campaigns, will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
I think that a few hundred superdelegates will announce their commitment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total. (cont) posted 05/10/2008 at 23:52:48
Even though the total popular vote will be a skewed figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states, it will be an important number in discussions about the nomination.
If the perception is widespread that Obama won the delegate count but lost the popular vote, it will weaken our Democratic nominee and cause feelings of resentment among Clinton supporters.
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, I hope the DNC, together with both campaigns, will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
I think that a few hundred superdelegates will announce their commitment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total. (cont) posted 05/10/2008 at 23:52:48
Feminists sharply divided between Clinton, Obama
I recognize she has seen and heard a lot by being in the White House and meeting all the world's leaders. But when it comes to experience holding public office and leading the people of a state or nation, she and Obama are pretty similar.
Obama and Clinton have very similar positions on the issues -- both are too pro-military-spending for me. I'm not expecting miracles from Obama.
I am starting to get enthused about supporting Obama because he does seem to inspire people to get up and do something -- he has had impressive grassroots volunteer support. Which will certainly be a big help in winning the general election. If he can inspire more and more people to become active, he can precipitate a wave of real change in this country. That's the promise I see of an Obama administration. posted 05/11/2008 at 00:18:13
Obama and Clinton have very similar positions on the issues -- both are too pro-military-spending for me. I'm not expecting miracles from Obama.
I am starting to get enthused about supporting Obama because he does seem to inspire people to get up and do something -- he has had impressive grassroots volunteer support. Which will certainly be a big help in winning the general election. If he can inspire more and more people to become active, he can precipitate a wave of real change in this country. That's the promise I see of an Obama administration. posted 05/11/2008 at 00:18:13
In the early days of women winning public office, the first female senator or governor was sometimes referred to as 'the first to win in her own right'. Other women had held the position, when appointed to it after the death of their husbands while in office.
If Senator Barbara Mikulski were running and a serious contender, she would be running (and winning!) 100% 'in her own right'. I would indeed see her run as a feminist milestone. Not so much when it comes to Hillary. Though I want to make it clear, I'm not a Hillary hater and think she should be treated fairly. And I'll vote for her if she's the nominee.
In the harsh and brutal world of politics, I think she pretty much has been. People have said lots of harsh things -- politics ain't beanbag. I think she's had a harder time because she's a Clinton than because she's a woman.
Senators Clinton and Obama have about the same experience holding public office -- Clinton's years as a U.S. senator and Obama's years as an Illinois state senator/U.S. senator. Yet Clinton is trying to sell herself as the experienced candidate, based on her years as first lady. I've not bought it, myself. (cont) posted 05/11/2008 at 00:16:16
If Senator Barbara Mikulski were running and a serious contender, she would be running (and winning!) 100% 'in her own right'. I would indeed see her run as a feminist milestone. Not so much when it comes to Hillary. Though I want to make it clear, I'm not a Hillary hater and think she should be treated fairly. And I'll vote for her if she's the nominee.
In the harsh and brutal world of politics, I think she pretty much has been. People have said lots of harsh things -- politics ain't beanbag. I think she's had a harder time because she's a Clinton than because she's a woman.
Senators Clinton and Obama have about the same experience holding public office -- Clinton's years as a U.S. senator and Obama's years as an Illinois state senator/U.S. senator. Yet Clinton is trying to sell herself as the experienced candidate, based on her years as first lady. I've not bought it, myself. (cont) posted 05/11/2008 at 00:16:16
I'm a feminist, 10 years younger than Hillary. I have not been persuaded by the 'orthodox' feminists' case for Hillary.
Obama is not my first choice as Democratic nominee, but he is my favorite now. I've been on the anybody-but-Clinton bandwagon since she announced her candidacy.
Why? Because I want a Democrat to win in November. Hillary has too much baggage, primarily her husband - the IMPEACHED former president! I think that returning the Clinton co-presidency to the White House, violating the spirit of the 22nd amendment by doing so, will be a big issue if she becomes the nominee.
Plus Hillary's own sorry story that she was duped into voting for the Iraq War and her colossal failure in health care, the one big project she led while in the national spotlight. I'm truly amazed that she and her advisers ever seriously thought she could win the general election. I wish that she had chosen not to run.
I've never seen Hillary's run for President as a feminist triumph. If she should win, what would that say to America's little girls? You can grow up to be president, just find and marry a man who will be president first.
When a woman becomes President, I don't want it to be a woman who has attained power by being the first lady.
(cont) posted 05/11/2008 at 00:13:39
Obama is not my first choice as Democratic nominee, but he is my favorite now. I've been on the anybody-but-Clinton bandwagon since she announced her candidacy.
Why? Because I want a Democrat to win in November. Hillary has too much baggage, primarily her husband - the IMPEACHED former president! I think that returning the Clinton co-presidency to the White House, violating the spirit of the 22nd amendment by doing so, will be a big issue if she becomes the nominee.
Plus Hillary's own sorry story that she was duped into voting for the Iraq War and her colossal failure in health care, the one big project she led while in the national spotlight. I'm truly amazed that she and her advisers ever seriously thought she could win the general election. I wish that she had chosen not to run.
I've never seen Hillary's run for President as a feminist triumph. If she should win, what would that say to America's little girls? You can grow up to be president, just find and marry a man who will be president first.
When a woman becomes President, I don't want it to be a woman who has attained power by being the first lady.
(cont) posted 05/11/2008 at 00:13:39
A Few Words On This Democrats Coming Together Business
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, I hope the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
I think that a few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 05/11/2008 at 00:04:00
Shortly thereafter, I hope the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
I think that a few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 05/11/2008 at 00:04:00
Obama Vice President Picks: Who Are The Frontrunners?
Obama has not won yet! It is not over. He needs to win the popular vote, too. It's not yet time to discuss VPs.
Clinton's recent 'hard-working white Americans' comments are insulting to all of us.
I wish I could go to the polls and vote for Obama on Tuesday -- I'd enjoy saying No Thanks to Hillary this week.
West Virginians, you have the opportunity on Tuesday. I hope lots of you have a great time voting for Barack. With a smile. posted 05/10/2008 at 23:46:35
Clinton's recent 'hard-working white Americans' comments are insulting to all of us.
I wish I could go to the polls and vote for Obama on Tuesday -- I'd enjoy saying No Thanks to Hillary this week.
West Virginians, you have the opportunity on Tuesday. I hope lots of you have a great time voting for Barack. With a smile. posted 05/10/2008 at 23:46:35
Top Democrats Tell Clinton The Race Is Over
Yes, it's over. And there is no one to blame other than Hillary and her campaign management.
Why did Hillary lose?
She and her campaign failed to do the math.
Not until Geoff Garin came on board did they understand the contest they had entered! He finally stated the obvious and only strategy in a proportionally-allocated delegate race:
"Win big, Lose small." I would add: Everywhere.
Obama understood this reality from day one.
Hillary ran as if this were a state by state winner-take-all contest, as it will be in the fall. She failed to try to increase her vote in states where she knew she was going to lose, instead just writing them off. The proportional apportionment of delegates made that a very foolish move. Obama has won huge blowouts, and even when he's lost, he's worked to keep the margin to a minimum.
Obama's ground organization was instrumental in all of the wins, both primaries and caucuses. Hillary didn't even try to contest the caucuses in many states; she did not build a knock-on-doors ground organization.
For want of a calculator, HRC lost the nomination. posted 05/07/2008 at 18:46:08
Why did Hillary lose?
She and her campaign failed to do the math.
Not until Geoff Garin came on board did they understand the contest they had entered! He finally stated the obvious and only strategy in a proportionally-allocated delegate race:
"Win big, Lose small." I would add: Everywhere.
Obama understood this reality from day one.
Hillary ran as if this were a state by state winner-take-all contest, as it will be in the fall. She failed to try to increase her vote in states where she knew she was going to lose, instead just writing them off. The proportional apportionment of delegates made that a very foolish move. Obama has won huge blowouts, and even when he's lost, he's worked to keep the margin to a minimum.
Obama's ground organization was instrumental in all of the wins, both primaries and caucuses. Hillary didn't even try to contest the caucuses in many states; she did not build a knock-on-doors ground organization.
For want of a calculator, HRC lost the nomination. posted 05/07/2008 at 18:46:08
Why Couldn't Hillary Close the Deal?
Why did Hillary lose?
She and her campaign failed to do the math.
Not until Geoff Garin came on board did they understand the contest they had entered! He finally stated the obvious and only strategy in a proportionally-allocated delegate race:
Win big, Lose smal. Everywhere.
Obama understood this reality from day one.
Hillary ran as if this were a state by state winner-take-all contest, as it will be in the fall. She failed to try to increase her vote in states where she knew she was going to lose, instead just writing them off. The proportional apportionment of delegates made that a very foolish move. Obama has won huge blowouts, and even when he's lost, he's worked to keep the margin to a minimum.
For want of a spreadsheet, HRC lost the nomination. posted 05/07/2008 at 18:46:28
She and her campaign failed to do the math.
Not until Geoff Garin came on board did they understand the contest they had entered! He finally stated the obvious and only strategy in a proportionally-allocated delegate race:
Win big, Lose smal. Everywhere.
Obama understood this reality from day one.
Hillary ran as if this were a state by state winner-take-all contest, as it will be in the fall. She failed to try to increase her vote in states where she knew she was going to lose, instead just writing them off. The proportional apportionment of delegates made that a very foolish move. Obama has won huge blowouts, and even when he's lost, he's worked to keep the margin to a minimum.
For want of a spreadsheet, HRC lost the nomination. posted 05/07/2008 at 18:46:28
Clinton Camp Says It Will Use The Nuclear Option
The entire Clinton campaign has zero class. Get them off the stage.
James Carville: "If she gave him one of her cojones, they'd both have two."
I hope this ends all whining about sexism from the Clinton camp. All gutter comments about Hillary's vagina are fair game, after this. Unfortunately. Not a good day for feminists.
Indiana and North Carolina voters, end this now. Please.
Vote Obama. For civilization. posted 05/04/2008 at 20:40:56
James Carville: "If she gave him one of her cojones, they'd both have two."
I hope this ends all whining about sexism from the Clinton camp. All gutter comments about Hillary's vagina are fair game, after this. Unfortunately. Not a good day for feminists.
Indiana and North Carolina voters, end this now. Please.
Vote Obama. For civilization. posted 05/04/2008 at 20:40:56
Carville: If Hillary Gave Obama "One Of Her Cojones, They'd Both Have Two"
The entire Clinton campaign has zero class.
I don't think America is ready for a 3-testicled hermaphrodite president.
Vote Obama. The electable Democrat. posted 05/05/2008 at 02:40:04
I don't think America is ready for a 3-testicled hermaphrodite president.
Vote Obama. The electable Democrat. posted 05/05/2008 at 02:40:04
The entire Clinton campaign has zero class. Get them off the stage.
I hope this ends all whining about sexism from the Clinton camp. All gutter comments about Hillary's vagina are fair game, after this. Unfortunately. Not a good day for feminists.
Indiana and North Carolina voters, end this now. Please.
Stop the Drama, Vote Obama. posted 05/04/2008 at 20:37:49
I hope this ends all whining about sexism from the Clinton camp. All gutter comments about Hillary's vagina are fair game, after this. Unfortunately. Not a good day for feminists.
Indiana and North Carolina voters, end this now. Please.
Stop the Drama, Vote Obama. posted 05/04/2008 at 20:37:49
I hope this ends all whining about sexism from the Clinton camp. All gutter comments about Hillary's vagina are fair game, after this. Unfortunately.
Indiana and North Carolina voters, end this now. Please. posted 05/04/2008 at 16:41:18
Indiana and North Carolina voters, end this now. Please. posted 05/04/2008 at 16:41:18
Dems Win Second Seat In Solidly GOP District
As a California voter in June of 1992, I cast my vote not for Jerry Brown, my governor and favorite candidate, but instead for an inexperienced, charismatic governor of a small state, Bill Clinton. It was clear that he would be the nominee, and I wanted to add my little boost to strengthen him going into the convention and the fall election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/04/2008 at 02:43:13
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/04/2008 at 02:43:13
If the perception is widespread that Obama won the delegate count but lost the popular vote, it will weaken our Democratic nominee and cause feelings of resentment among Clinton supporters. Our best hope of winning in the fall is with a strong nominee who was fairly chosen because he won the most pledged delegates and the most popular votes. The large popular vote expected for Clinton in Puerto Rico may make Obama fall short in the popular vote.
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 6. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
(cont) posted 05/04/2008 at 02:42:34
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 6. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
(cont) posted 05/04/2008 at 02:42:34
A terrific day for Democrats and Senator Obama. One more contest behind him, and a net gain of 3 delegates today. More evidence that he will be the Democratic nominee.
Indiana and North Carolina Democrats, your help is needed to avert an ugly controversy awaiting us in Puerto Rico. In the U.S. territory, citizens do not vote in presidential general elections, but they are given a voice in the Democratic primary.
Puerto Rico's Democratic party decided, on March 8 of this year, to hold a primary rather than a caucus to allocate it's 55 delegates. This decision was made after it became clear that in a close contest, the total popular vote -- no matter how skewed a figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states -- would become an important number in discussions about the nomination. States that had already had their caucuses, in full accordance with the rules established before the primary season began, did not have the re-do option.
Colorado and Puerto Rico have been allocated the same number of pledged delegates, 55. With Puerto Rico holding a primary with an expected turnout of at least a million voters, its popular vote will likely equal the total caucus votes of Colorado PLUS the primary votes of South Carolina, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Utah, combined. Puerto Rico will thus have a popular vote equivalent vote strength of 160 pledged delegates, rather than their allocated 55.
(cont) posted 05/04/2008 at 02:41:05
Indiana and North Carolina Democrats, your help is needed to avert an ugly controversy awaiting us in Puerto Rico. In the U.S. territory, citizens do not vote in presidential general elections, but they are given a voice in the Democratic primary.
Puerto Rico's Democratic party decided, on March 8 of this year, to hold a primary rather than a caucus to allocate it's 55 delegates. This decision was made after it became clear that in a close contest, the total popular vote -- no matter how skewed a figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states -- would become an important number in discussions about the nomination. States that had already had their caucuses, in full accordance with the rules established before the primary season began, did not have the re-do option.
Colorado and Puerto Rico have been allocated the same number of pledged delegates, 55. With Puerto Rico holding a primary with an expected turnout of at least a million voters, its popular vote will likely equal the total caucus votes of Colorado PLUS the primary votes of South Carolina, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Utah, combined. Puerto Rico will thus have a popular vote equivalent vote strength of 160 pledged delegates, rather than their allocated 55.
(cont) posted 05/04/2008 at 02:41:05
Sunday Roundup
The entire Clinton campaign has zero class. Get them off the stage.
James Carville: "If she gave him one of her cojones, they'd both have two."
I hope this ends all whining about sexism from the Clinton camp. All gutter comments about Hillary's vagina are fair game, after this. Unfortunately. Not a good day for feminists.
Indiana and North Carolina voters, end this now. Please.
Vote Obama. For civilization. posted 05/04/2008 at 20:39:55
James Carville: "If she gave him one of her cojones, they'd both have two."
I hope this ends all whining about sexism from the Clinton camp. All gutter comments about Hillary's vagina are fair game, after this. Unfortunately. Not a good day for feminists.
Indiana and North Carolina voters, end this now. Please.
Vote Obama. For civilization. posted 05/04/2008 at 20:39:55
Republicans Voting In Indiana Primary Expected To Play Pivotal Role
Hoosiers, we're counting on you to help elect a new president. Your decision is critical.
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 6. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
As a California voter in June of 1992, I cast my vote not for Jerry Brown, my governor and favorite candidate, but instead for an inexperienced, charismatic governor of a small state, Bill Clinton. It was clear that he would be the nominee, and I wanted to add my little boost to strengthen him going into the convention and the fall election.
All the best. posted 05/04/2008 at 03:27:19
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 6. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
As a California voter in June of 1992, I cast my vote not for Jerry Brown, my governor and favorite candidate, but instead for an inexperienced, charismatic governor of a small state, Bill Clinton. It was clear that he would be the nominee, and I wanted to add my little boost to strengthen him going into the convention and the fall election.
All the best. posted 05/04/2008 at 03:27:19
Early Indiana turnout heavy in strong Obama counties
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
As a California voter in June of 1992, I cast my vote not for Jerry Brown, my governor and favorite candidate, but instead for an inexperienced, charismatic governor of a small state, Bill Clinton. It was clear that he would be the nominee, and I wanted to add my little boost to strengthen him going into the convention and the fall election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/03/2008 at 16:48:49
As a California voter in June of 1992, I cast my vote not for Jerry Brown, my governor and favorite candidate, but instead for an inexperienced, charismatic governor of a small state, Bill Clinton. It was clear that he would be the nominee, and I wanted to add my little boost to strengthen him going into the convention and the fall election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/03/2008 at 16:48:49
If the perception is widespread that Obama won the delegate count but lost the popular vote, it will weaken our Democratic nominee and cause feelings of resentment among Clinton supporters. Our best hope of winning in the fall is with a strong nominee who was fairly chosen because he won the most pledged delegates and the most popular votes. The large popular vote expected for Clinton in Puerto Rico may make Obama fall short in the popular vote.
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 6. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall. (cont) posted 05/03/2008 at 16:47:31
Indiana and North Carolina Democrats, your help is needed to avert a trainwreck awaiting us in Puerto Rico. In the U.S. territory, citizens do not vote in presidential general elections, but they are given a voice in the Democratic primary.
Puerto Rico's Democratic party decided, on March 8 of this year, to hold a primary rather than a caucus to allocate it's 55 delegates. This decision was made after it became clear that in a close contest, the total popular vote -- no matter how skewed a figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states -- would become an important number in discussions about the nomination. States that had already had their caucuses, in full accordance with the rules established before the primary season began, did not have the re-do option.
Colorado and Puerto Rico have been allocated the same number of pledged delegates, 55. With Puerto Rico holding a primary with an expected turnout of at least a million voters, its popular vote will likely equal the total caucus votes of Colorado PLUS the primary votes of South Carolina, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Utah, combined. Puerto Rico will thus have a popular vote equivalent vote strength of 160 pledged delegates, rather than their allocated 55.(cont) posted 05/03/2008 at 16:45:57
Puerto Rico's Democratic party decided, on March 8 of this year, to hold a primary rather than a caucus to allocate it's 55 delegates. This decision was made after it became clear that in a close contest, the total popular vote -- no matter how skewed a figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states -- would become an important number in discussions about the nomination. States that had already had their caucuses, in full accordance with the rules established before the primary season began, did not have the re-do option.
Colorado and Puerto Rico have been allocated the same number of pledged delegates, 55. With Puerto Rico holding a primary with an expected turnout of at least a million voters, its popular vote will likely equal the total caucus votes of Colorado PLUS the primary votes of South Carolina, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Utah, combined. Puerto Rico will thus have a popular vote equivalent vote strength of 160 pledged delegates, rather than their allocated 55.(cont) posted 05/03/2008 at 16:45:57
Olbermann: Clinton's O'Reilly Appearance "Pathetic And Revelatory"
Any polls that show Clinton beating McCain today are just as accurate as the polls 6 months ago that indicated Clinton would get 60+% of the vote in the primary.
Limbaugh et al. have deliberately held their fire. If HRC is nominated, there will be months of ranting about the violation of the spirit of the 22nd amendment to install the Clinton co-presidency for a third term. Among many other rants.
Given the virtual certainty the Obama will lead in pledged delegates after June 3, even after seating FL and MI delegates as selected at their state conventions (a net 60 for Clinton), large numbers of Obama supporters will feel cheated and betrayed if Obama is not the nominee. HRC will not have enthusiastic support among some core Demo voting blocks, if she wins the nomination without coming in first place in the contest for earned delegates.
I feel pretty certain that HRC cannot win in the fall. I've felt that way since she announced her candidacy. Even more so now. posted 05/03/2008 at 04:49:39
Limbaugh et al. have deliberately held their fire. If HRC is nominated, there will be months of ranting about the violation of the spirit of the 22nd amendment to install the Clinton co-presidency for a third term. Among many other rants.
Given the virtual certainty the Obama will lead in pledged delegates after June 3, even after seating FL and MI delegates as selected at their state conventions (a net 60 for Clinton), large numbers of Obama supporters will feel cheated and betrayed if Obama is not the nominee. HRC will not have enthusiastic support among some core Demo voting blocks, if she wins the nomination without coming in first place in the contest for earned delegates.
I feel pretty certain that HRC cannot win in the fall. I've felt that way since she announced her candidacy. Even more so now. posted 05/03/2008 at 04:49:39
Our best hope of winning in the fall is with a strong nominee who was fairly chosen because he won the most pledged delegates and the most popular votes. The large popular vote expected for Clinton in Puerto Rico may make Obama fall short in the popular vote.
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 6. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/03/2008 at 03:39:11
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 6. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/03/2008 at 03:39:11
Indiana and North Carolina Democrats, your help is needed to avert a trainwreck awaiting us in Puerto Rico. In the U.S. territory, citizens do not vote in presidential general elections, but they are given a voice in the Democratic primary.
Puerto Rico's Democratic party decided, on March 8 of this year, to hold a primary rather than a caucus to allocate it's 55 delegates. This decision was made after it became clear that in a close contest, the total popular vote -- no matter how skewed a figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states -- would become an important number in discussions about the nomination. States that had already had their caucuses, in full accordance with the rules established before the primary season began, did not have the re-do option.
Colorado and Puerto Rico have been allocated the same number of pledged delegates, 55. With Puerto Rico holding a primary with an expected turnout of at least a million voters, its popular vote will likely equal the total caucus votes of Colorado PLUS the primary votes of South Carolina, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Utah, combined. Puerto Rico will thus have a popular vote equivalent vote strength of 160 pledged delegates, rather than their allocated 55.
If the perception is widespread that Obama won the delegate count but lost the popular vote, it will weaken our Democratic nominee and cause feelings of resentment among Clinton supporters. (cont) posted 05/03/2008 at 03:36:35
Puerto Rico's Democratic party decided, on March 8 of this year, to hold a primary rather than a caucus to allocate it's 55 delegates. This decision was made after it became clear that in a close contest, the total popular vote -- no matter how skewed a figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states -- would become an important number in discussions about the nomination. States that had already had their caucuses, in full accordance with the rules established before the primary season began, did not have the re-do option.
Colorado and Puerto Rico have been allocated the same number of pledged delegates, 55. With Puerto Rico holding a primary with an expected turnout of at least a million voters, its popular vote will likely equal the total caucus votes of Colorado PLUS the primary votes of South Carolina, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Utah, combined. Puerto Rico will thus have a popular vote equivalent vote strength of 160 pledged delegates, rather than their allocated 55.
If the perception is widespread that Obama won the delegate count but lost the popular vote, it will weaken our Democratic nominee and cause feelings of resentment among Clinton supporters. (cont) posted 05/03/2008 at 03:36:35
Four Reasons Why Hoosiers Should Pass the Ball to Obama
As a California voter in June of 1992, I cast my vote not for Jerry Brown, my governor and favorite candidate, but instead for an inexperienced, charismatic governor of a small state, Bill Clinton. It was clear that he would be the nominee, and I wanted to add my little boost to strengthen him going into the convention and the fall election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/03/2008 at 18:22:28
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/03/2008 at 18:22:28
If the perception is widespread that Obama won the delegate count but lost the popular vote, it will weaken our Democratic nominee and cause feelings of resentment among Clinton supporters. Our best hope of winning in the fall is with a strong nominee who was fairly chosen because he won the most pledged delegates and the most popular votes. The large popular vote expected for Clinton in Puerto Rico may make Obama fall short in the popular vote.
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 6. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
(cont) posted 05/03/2008 at 18:21:34
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 6. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
(cont) posted 05/03/2008 at 18:21:34
We're counting on you, Hoosiers!
And Tarheels, too.
Indiana and North Carolina Democrats, your help is needed to avert a trainwreck awaiting us in Puerto Rico. In the U.S. territory, citizens do not vote in presidential general elections, but they are given a voice in the Democratic primary.
Puerto Rico's Democratic party decided, on March 8 of this year, to hold a primary rather than a caucus to allocate it's 55 delegates. This decision was made after it became clear that in a close contest, the total popular vote -- no matter how skewed a figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states -- would become an important number in discussions about the nomination. States that had already had their caucuses, in full accordance with the rules established before the primary season began, did not have the re-do option.
Colorado and Puerto Rico have been allocated the same number of pledged delegates, 55. With Puerto Rico holding a primary with an expected turnout of at least a million voters, its popular vote will likely equal the total caucus votes of Colorado PLUS the primary votes of South Carolina, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Utah, combined. Puerto Rico will thus have a popular vote equivalent vote strength of 160 pledged delegates, rather than their allocated 55. (cont) posted 05/03/2008 at 18:20:31
And Tarheels, too.
Indiana and North Carolina Democrats, your help is needed to avert a trainwreck awaiting us in Puerto Rico. In the U.S. territory, citizens do not vote in presidential general elections, but they are given a voice in the Democratic primary.
Puerto Rico's Democratic party decided, on March 8 of this year, to hold a primary rather than a caucus to allocate it's 55 delegates. This decision was made after it became clear that in a close contest, the total popular vote -- no matter how skewed a figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states -- would become an important number in discussions about the nomination. States that had already had their caucuses, in full accordance with the rules established before the primary season began, did not have the re-do option.
Colorado and Puerto Rico have been allocated the same number of pledged delegates, 55. With Puerto Rico holding a primary with an expected turnout of at least a million voters, its popular vote will likely equal the total caucus votes of Colorado PLUS the primary votes of South Carolina, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Utah, combined. Puerto Rico will thus have a popular vote equivalent vote strength of 160 pledged delegates, rather than their allocated 55. (cont) posted 05/03/2008 at 18:20:31
An Army of Women
James Carville: "If she gave him one of her cojones, they'd both have two."
I hope this ends all whining about sexism from the Clinton camp. All gutter comments about Hillary's vagina are fair game, after this. Unfortunately. Not a good day for feminists.
Indiana and North Carolina voters, end this now. Please.
Stop the Drama, Vote Obama. posted 05/04/2008 at 19:48:17
I hope this ends all whining about sexism from the Clinton camp. All gutter comments about Hillary's vagina are fair game, after this. Unfortunately. Not a good day for feminists.
Indiana and North Carolina voters, end this now. Please.
Stop the Drama, Vote Obama. posted 05/04/2008 at 19:48:17
The Kentucky Derby was held today, and won by Big Brown.
Hillary Clinton had backed the filly in the race, Eight Belles. She came in second place. Tragically, Eight Belles collapsed after crossing the finish line and was euthanized on the track.
Drop out now, Hillary! We don't want to see you collapse and die after crossing the finish line in second place.
Concede now, Senator Clinton. We women care for you and you health. posted 05/03/2008 at 22:00:37
Hillary Clinton had backed the filly in the race, Eight Belles. She came in second place. Tragically, Eight Belles collapsed after crossing the finish line and was euthanized on the track.
Drop out now, Hillary! We don't want to see you collapse and die after crossing the finish line in second place.
Concede now, Senator Clinton. We women care for you and you health. posted 05/03/2008 at 22:00:37
Obama closing in on Clinton's advantage among superdelegates
(cont)If the perception is widespread that Obama won the delegate count but lost the popular vote, it will weaken our Democratic nominee and cause feelings of resentment among Clinton supporters. Our best hope of winning in the fall is with a strong nominee who was fairly chosen because he won the most pledged delegates and the most popular votes. The large popular vote expected for Clinton in Puerto Rico may make Obama fall short in the popular vote.
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 6. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/03/2008 at 03:41:01
If you've concluded, as I have, that our likely nominee, Senator Barack Obama, is worthy of your vote in the fall, I urge you to consider voting for him May 6. I think it is a wise move for everyone who hopes for a Democratic victory in the fall.
Even if Obama is not your first choice now, your vote in his column of the popular vote would be a gesture of hope for a Democratic victory in November. Doing so will help unite the Democratic Party and give us our best chance for a win in the general election.
Thank you for your consideration. posted 05/03/2008 at 03:41:01
Indiana and North Carolina Democrats, your help is needed to avert a trainwreck awaiting us in Puerto Rico. In the U.S. territory, citizens do not vote in presidential general elections, but they are given a voice in the Democratic primary.
Puerto Rico's Democratic party decided, on March 8 of this year, to hold a primary rather than a caucus to allocate it's 55 delegates. This decision was made after it became clear that in a close contest, the total popular vote -- no matter how skewed a figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states -- would become an important number in discussions about the nomination. States that had already had their caucuses, in full accordance with the rules established before the primary season began, did not have the re-do option.
Colorado and Puerto Rico have been allocated the same number of pledged delegates, 55. With Puerto Rico holding a primary with an expected turnout of at least a million voters, its popular vote will likely equal the total caucus votes of Colorado PLUS the primary votes of South Carolina, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Utah, combined. Puerto Rico will thus have a popular vote equivalent vote strength of 160 pledged delegates, rather than their allocated 55. posted 05/03/2008 at 03:40:05
Puerto Rico's Democratic party decided, on March 8 of this year, to hold a primary rather than a caucus to allocate it's 55 delegates. This decision was made after it became clear that in a close contest, the total popular vote -- no matter how skewed a figure, due to the mix of primary and caucus states -- would become an important number in discussions about the nomination. States that had already had their caucuses, in full accordance with the rules established before the primary season began, did not have the re-do option.
Colorado and Puerto Rico have been allocated the same number of pledged delegates, 55. With Puerto Rico holding a primary with an expected turnout of at least a million voters, its popular vote will likely equal the total caucus votes of Colorado PLUS the primary votes of South Carolina, New Hampshire, Delaware, and Utah, combined. Puerto Rico will thus have a popular vote equivalent vote strength of 160 pledged delegates, rather than their allocated 55. posted 05/03/2008 at 03:40:05
Howard Dean: Obama Or Clinton Must Drop Out In June
As an Obama supporter, I think that Michigan and Florida must be counted. The voters cannot be punished for the antics of their politicians -- not if the Democrats want to have a chance to win in FL and MI in the fall.
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
A few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 04/28/2008 at 14:05:48
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
A few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 04/28/2008 at 14:05:48
McAuliffe Has Flip-Flopped On Counting Florida, Michigan
As an Obama supporter, I think that Michigan and Florida must be counted. The voters cannot be punished for the antics of their politicians -- not if the Democrats want to have a chance to win in FL and MI in the fall.
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with about a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
A few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 04/27/2008 at 20:03:46
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with about a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
A few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 04/27/2008 at 20:03:46
Can Hillary Really Win?
No, Hillary cannot win.
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with about a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
A few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 04/27/2008 at 20:00:24
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with about a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
A few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 04/27/2008 at 20:00:24
Sunday Roundup
All we can do now is wait until June.
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
A few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 04/27/2008 at 20:10:21
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
A few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 04/27/2008 at 20:10:21
Harry Reid, Nancy Pelosi, Howard Dean May Intervene In Dem Primary
It is my expectation that Obama will end the primary season June 3 with about a pledged delegate margin of about a hundred votes.
Shortly thereafter, the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
A few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 04/27/2008 at 19:57:07
Shortly thereafter, the DNC and Obama's campaign will announce they will recommend that the credentials committee seat the Florida and Michigan delegations selected at their state conventions, giving Clinton a 60 net delegate gain. Obama will continue to lead the total pledged delegate count by about 40 votes.
A few hundred superdelegates will announce their committment to vote for Obama at the convention. Obama will be the presumptive nominee, AND Michigan and Florida will have been counted in the total.
If the situations were reversed, and Clinton was ahead by any number of pledged delegates, she would be the nominee. To do anything else would leave her supporters feeling severely alienated and cheated. The Democrats won't do that to either side. Since Obama will almost certainly be in the lead, he will be the nominee.
I hope that the Democrats can then unite around Obama, our nominee, and win in November. posted 04/27/2008 at 19:57:07
Some Last-Minute Obama Thoughts, After Canvasing in PA
Thanks for sharing your experience. I have hope that Obama might surprise us all and win tomorrow. Thanks for doing your part to help. posted 04/21/2008 at 18:43:37
Obama has been in elected office 11 years. 8 as a state senator, 3 as a U.S. senator. He has more time in elected office than Hillary. His experience and age is very comparable to Bill when he was elected president.
Bill Clinton was called too inexperienced when he ran. Ii seems the Hillary supporters (including Bill?) think we should have re-elected Papa Bush in 1992. posted 04/21/2008 at 18:41:49
Bill Clinton was called too inexperienced when he ran. Ii seems the Hillary supporters (including Bill?) think we should have re-elected Papa Bush in 1992. posted 04/21/2008 at 18:41:49
Harry Reid On Dems Race: It Makes Me Bitter
I'm a bitter supporter of the 22nd Amendment.
No third term for the Clinton co-presidency! posted 04/15/2008 at 16:49:35
No third term for the Clinton co-presidency! posted 04/15/2008 at 16:49:35
Obama: Hillary, McCain Using "Very Same Words" Against Me
Respect the spirit of the 22nd Amendment!
No third term for the Clinton co-presidency! posted 04/15/2008 at 16:46:47
No third term for the Clinton co-presidency! posted 04/15/2008 at 16:46:47
Bush - Clinton - Bush - Clinton?? NO WAY.
No third term for the Clinton co-presidency! posted 04/15/2008 at 16:26:34
No third term for the Clinton co-presidency! posted 04/15/2008 at 16:26:34
Sunday Roundup
CHARLESTHETENTH said: "The continued bashing of Hillary by the Media will certainly give Obama the edge in securing the Democratic nomination and the Republican "Swift boat" machine can then begin its ugly work. What can they say about Hillary that hasn't already been said?..but Obama is another story."
IF Hillary has been 'vetted' and we are all immune from negative stories about Hillary because we've heard them all before, WHY do Hillary supporters complain about media bashing of Hillary?
If Hillary is fighting the vast right wing conspiracy, now and forever, why does she or her supporters expect her to get better press?
Hillary should be inevitable anyway! We've all heard it all before -- that's why Hillary supporters think that a woman with a 37% approval rating is electable, right? posted 04/06/2008 at 13:51:41
IF Hillary has been 'vetted' and we are all immune from negative stories about Hillary because we've heard them all before, WHY do Hillary supporters complain about media bashing of Hillary?
If Hillary is fighting the vast right wing conspiracy, now and forever, why does she or her supporters expect her to get better press?
Hillary should be inevitable anyway! We've all heard it all before -- that's why Hillary supporters think that a woman with a 37% approval rating is electable, right? posted 04/06/2008 at 13:51:41
Not Until the Fat Lady Sings
HILLARY wanted to "shut down the vote" by Feb 5, remember? Back when she was "inevitable"?
NO ONE can, or will, shut down the vote. IF Hillary suspends campaigning, as Edwards did, the remaining primary contests will be held, Hillary"s name will be on the ballot, and the votes will be counted.
I am sick of the deceptive statements by the Clintons and their supporters. posted 04/01/2008 at 16:02:56
NO ONE can, or will, shut down the vote. IF Hillary suspends campaigning, as Edwards did, the remaining primary contests will be held, Hillary"s name will be on the ballot, and the votes will be counted.
I am sick of the deceptive statements by the Clintons and their supporters. posted 04/01/2008 at 16:02:56
Bill Maher: Catholics Must Get Up Out Of The Pew And Walk Out Of The Church Forever
They are sheep. And proud of it.
Nothing to be done about it, as long as people are PROUD to be sheep, they will be happily duped. posted 03/28/2008 at 18:55:36
Nothing to be done about it, as long as people are PROUD to be sheep, they will be happily duped. posted 03/28/2008 at 18:55:36
Clinton: This Race Will Last Three More Months
HRC's comment: "I think the elections that are yet to come deserve to be held because the people from Pennsylvania to Puerto Rico to all the others that are waiting in line deserve to be heard." is absurd and deceptive.
As the Clintons well know, the elections will be held and votes counted, regardless of whether or not they suspend their campaign. The Repbulican primaries are stll being held, after all.
Obama is not trying to shut anything down -- he's trying to win 2025 delegate committments ASAP. Smart man. posted 03/26/2008 at 15:29:59
As the Clintons well know, the elections will be held and votes counted, regardless of whether or not they suspend their campaign. The Repbulican primaries are stll being held, after all.
Obama is not trying to shut anything down -- he's trying to win 2025 delegate committments ASAP. Smart man. posted 03/26/2008 at 15:29:59
Hillary didn't express any concern at all for the voters of Pennsylvania etc when she repeatedly said the primary election would be 'over' by February 5. posted 03/26/2008 at 13:35:45
HE'S BACK: Bill Clinton's Campaign Remarks
I listened to George McGovern discuss his endorsement on "Democracy Now!"
He endorsed Clinton because of his longtime friendship with her.
He admires Obama as a fine candidate.
He will strongly support the nominee in the fall.
The accusations against McGovern and the twisting of his statements by HuffPo user 'Kennedy' are shameful.
posted 03/23/2008 at 07:15:22
He endorsed Clinton because of his longtime friendship with her.
He admires Obama as a fine candidate.
He will strongly support the nominee in the fall.
The accusations against McGovern and the twisting of his statements by HuffPo user 'Kennedy' are shameful.
posted 03/23/2008 at 07:15:22
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