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3.21.2008
3.14.2008
The Fight for Iowa Delegates Heats Up
As you can see in most of my news articles tonight, the talk is surrounding John’s Iowa delegates and what they are going to do. The NY Daily News reported,
"Edwards’ campaign co-chair in the state, Rob Tully, tells us the Edwards Team will be sending out an e-mail tonight asking their delegates to hang tough.
"Neither of these candidates can make it all the way to the nomination on their own, and it allows us to reiterate our loyalty to John Edwards and the issues he championed," Tully said."
I couldn’t agree more! Why should they throw their support to Clinton or Obama? Sure, it would help one of them gain more delegates but they honestly don’t deserve them. I don’t say this because I am bitter over the fact no one paid attention to John. I say this because we all know John was the best choice when America is in a recession. And this is just looking at the issue of the economy. Anyways, The Quad City Times went on to report this e-mail is coming from John’s own mouth stating,
"Tully said he had talked to a top Edwards campaign official about how to proceed this weekend and expected to send an e-mail sometime Thursday.
"I’m speaking for John. The word came from him," Tully said."
With all of the chatter, guess who’s campaign is the most active in getting Edwards delegates. Hillary. In Newsweek, an Iowan web designer Lance Jenkins received a solicitation from the Clinton campaign. Listen to their strategy:
"....both campaigns are actively pursuing the 30 percent of county delegates pledged to John Edwards; his estimated 14 statewide delegates--now free-agents--would be a major boon. "Absolutely they’re fair game," says Karen Hicks, a senior adviser to the Clinton campaign. "We are reaching out to a lot of them, trying to persuade them to join our team." But Jenkins says that the Clintonites are going a step further--and cites himself as evidence. According to Jenkins, the robocall he received from the Clinton campaign was a solicitation. "It said something like, ’As the county convention nears, we ask that you consider Hillary,’" he recalls. "It rattled off a bunch of Clinton’s talking points, like experience, substance, ready on day one, etc." The only problem? Jenkins is committed to Obama--meaning that, in Jenkins words, "Clinton is actively pursuing pledged delegates."
This isn’t to say Obama’s people aren’t fighting too because all of the articles below tonight mention that his people are doing so.... it just appears that Hillary’s people are being more aggressive about it. The thing is, this is a lose-lose situation for both Hillary and Barack because the NY Daily News reported,
"Hillary herself called me," said Edwards’ co-chairman Rob Tully
"All of a sudden we matter again," said Edwards backer John Heitland, the Hardin County Democratic chairman.
The bad news for Clinton is she left a poor impression with many Edwards supporters and other Iowans when she bad-mouthed the state’s caucuses after she finished third, calling them undemocratic. And some blame her for the negative tone that’s crept in.
"It’s gotten kind of nasty, and I think most of that’s come from the Clinton side," said Heitland.
The bad news for Obama is that Tully planned to ask his people to go to the conventions and stick with Edwards. "It gives us a chance to say that we are not happy with the fighting that’s been going on," he said.
I like to consider myself a hardcore Edwards Democrat. I want to say thank you to all of the Iowans who are sticking with John at the convention. I want to make sure the Democratic Party knows that I think they made the wrong choice in supporting the "firsts" and not the "issues". A Clinton delegate or an Obama delegate do not speak for me. An Edwards delegate speaks for me. If McCain wins the election you can bet I will be helping in the mass production to make bumper stickers which state, "Don’t Blame Me.... I Voted for Edwards".
"Edwards’ campaign co-chair in the state, Rob Tully, tells us the Edwards Team will be sending out an e-mail tonight asking their delegates to hang tough.
"Neither of these candidates can make it all the way to the nomination on their own, and it allows us to reiterate our loyalty to John Edwards and the issues he championed," Tully said."
I couldn’t agree more! Why should they throw their support to Clinton or Obama? Sure, it would help one of them gain more delegates but they honestly don’t deserve them. I don’t say this because I am bitter over the fact no one paid attention to John. I say this because we all know John was the best choice when America is in a recession. And this is just looking at the issue of the economy. Anyways, The Quad City Times went on to report this e-mail is coming from John’s own mouth stating,
"Tully said he had talked to a top Edwards campaign official about how to proceed this weekend and expected to send an e-mail sometime Thursday.
"I’m speaking for John. The word came from him," Tully said."
With all of the chatter, guess who’s campaign is the most active in getting Edwards delegates. Hillary. In Newsweek, an Iowan web designer Lance Jenkins received a solicitation from the Clinton campaign. Listen to their strategy:
"....both campaigns are actively pursuing the 30 percent of county delegates pledged to John Edwards; his estimated 14 statewide delegates--now free-agents--would be a major boon. "Absolutely they’re fair game," says Karen Hicks, a senior adviser to the Clinton campaign. "We are reaching out to a lot of them, trying to persuade them to join our team." But Jenkins says that the Clintonites are going a step further--and cites himself as evidence. According to Jenkins, the robocall he received from the Clinton campaign was a solicitation. "It said something like, ’As the county convention nears, we ask that you consider Hillary,’" he recalls. "It rattled off a bunch of Clinton’s talking points, like experience, substance, ready on day one, etc." The only problem? Jenkins is committed to Obama--meaning that, in Jenkins words, "Clinton is actively pursuing pledged delegates."
This isn’t to say Obama’s people aren’t fighting too because all of the articles below tonight mention that his people are doing so.... it just appears that Hillary’s people are being more aggressive about it. The thing is, this is a lose-lose situation for both Hillary and Barack because the NY Daily News reported,
"Hillary herself called me," said Edwards’ co-chairman Rob Tully
"All of a sudden we matter again," said Edwards backer John Heitland, the Hardin County Democratic chairman.
The bad news for Clinton is she left a poor impression with many Edwards supporters and other Iowans when she bad-mouthed the state’s caucuses after she finished third, calling them undemocratic. And some blame her for the negative tone that’s crept in.
"It’s gotten kind of nasty, and I think most of that’s come from the Clinton side," said Heitland.
The bad news for Obama is that Tully planned to ask his people to go to the conventions and stick with Edwards. "It gives us a chance to say that we are not happy with the fighting that’s been going on," he said.
I like to consider myself a hardcore Edwards Democrat. I want to say thank you to all of the Iowans who are sticking with John at the convention. I want to make sure the Democratic Party knows that I think they made the wrong choice in supporting the "firsts" and not the "issues". A Clinton delegate or an Obama delegate do not speak for me. An Edwards delegate speaks for me. If McCain wins the election you can bet I will be helping in the mass production to make bumper stickers which state, "Don’t Blame Me.... I Voted for Edwards".
3.08.2008
Interested in VP? "No Comment"
I am excited to share an article with you tonight called, "Chance meeting fails to score a scoop". Journalist Rosemary Roberts had the pleasure of scoring seats next to John and Elizabeth this past Sunday at an UNC-Duke women's basketball game in UNC's Carmichael Auditorium. Don't worry -- she didn't pester him as they were all there for the game and not a impromptu interview for the inside scoop to where John's head is at. However, she did manage to get a little bit out of him.... nothing groundbreaking but I will take ANYTHING at this point! Here are some of my favorite questions and answers:
"Senator Edwards," I began. (I'm never sure how you address former senators but I stuck with "senator.") "Are you going to endorse Hillary or Obama?"
I knew Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama had flown to Chapel Hill seeking his endorsement. After all, Edwards had finished third in the Democratic caucuses and primaries before dropping out.
Edwards smiled and replied to my endorsement question: "I haven't decided."
Next question: "Would you be interested in the office of the vice presidency?"
I was hoping for a scoop with this one. Headline possibility: "Edwards eager to be Democratic veep candidate!"
Edwards smiled and replied: "No comment."
John was as gracious as ever and all smiles. I was expecting, "I haven't decided yet" in terms of the endorsement. I am amused by his "No comment" response about VP because during the campaign he said he wasn't interested in being anybody's VP.... of course.... he was speaking as a man running to be the President of the United States and didn't want to look like he would settle for second best. Ms. Roberts also mentioned Elizabeth looks like she is doing fine considering her continuing cancer battle and recent loss of her father. I will leave you with a little note to make sure you read the article as there is a cute snipet in there about Emma Claire and her involvement in the pregame activities. Thank you Ms. Roberts for a little piece of Edwards post-suspension announcement news.
"Senator Edwards," I began. (I'm never sure how you address former senators but I stuck with "senator.") "Are you going to endorse Hillary or Obama?"
I knew Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama had flown to Chapel Hill seeking his endorsement. After all, Edwards had finished third in the Democratic caucuses and primaries before dropping out.
Edwards smiled and replied to my endorsement question: "I haven't decided."
Next question: "Would you be interested in the office of the vice presidency?"
I was hoping for a scoop with this one. Headline possibility: "Edwards eager to be Democratic veep candidate!"
Edwards smiled and replied: "No comment."
John was as gracious as ever and all smiles. I was expecting, "I haven't decided yet" in terms of the endorsement. I am amused by his "No comment" response about VP because during the campaign he said he wasn't interested in being anybody's VP.... of course.... he was speaking as a man running to be the President of the United States and didn't want to look like he would settle for second best. Ms. Roberts also mentioned Elizabeth looks like she is doing fine considering her continuing cancer battle and recent loss of her father. I will leave you with a little note to make sure you read the article as there is a cute snipet in there about Emma Claire and her involvement in the pregame activities. Thank you Ms. Roberts for a little piece of Edwards post-suspension announcement news.
John's New Speaking Engagement
I am pleased to share that John has an upcoming event scheduled. He will be a speaker at the Manufacturers' Association's 103rd Annual Event Wednesday, June 18 at the Bayfront Convention Center (Erie, PA). I encourage you all to send a 'Thank You' note to the association for recognizing John as a man of the people.... particularly those in the manufacturing industry (like my father and his father).
3.06.2008
Take Action: Tell the Senate to Veto the FCC
Please act swiftly to overturn the FCC's Dec. 18 vote to relax media ownership rules. By co-sponsoring the Resolution of Disapproval (SJ Res. 28) introduced by Sen. Byron Dorgan, you will be taking a stand for investigative journalism, local news and competition in our state.
Research shows that media consolidation means fewer perspectives and less of the news our communities need. This is especially troubling in an election year when citizens depend on our media for the information they need to make fundamental choices about the future of our country.
When the FCC voted this December, it ignored nearly universal public opposition -- just like it did in 2003, when the Senate voted to overturn similar rule changes.
The FCC's decision to let Big Media get even bigger will erode localism, diminish minority ownership and decrease competition.
Please support the Resolution of Disapproval and take a stand for better media today.
Research shows that media consolidation means fewer perspectives and less of the news our communities need. This is especially troubling in an election year when citizens depend on our media for the information they need to make fundamental choices about the future of our country.
When the FCC voted this December, it ignored nearly universal public opposition -- just like it did in 2003, when the Senate voted to overturn similar rule changes.
The FCC's decision to let Big Media get even bigger will erode localism, diminish minority ownership and decrease competition.
Please support the Resolution of Disapproval and take a stand for better media today.
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