Tag Archives: Clinton

Are Democrats Just Whiny?

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Here is my disclaimer: This blog is for the politically challenged. It’s for those who don’t totally understand the election process and for those who aren’t totally following the elections. I know I’ve left out details, but I’ve done so in the interest of simplicity. It is in response to a reader comment the other day: Is it just me or does it seem like more policticians think they should fight the system when things don’t go their way? Here’s my question, Is Clinton doing more damage by not conceding now, so that Obama can start campaigning against McCain instead … Continue reading →

History Was Made. . .But Not Set in Stone

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Last night the primaries for the last two remaining states, Montana and South Dakota, were split with Senator Clinton and it all came down to those ever popular super delegates. So for the first time ever in the history of the United States, the Democratic Party will embrace a black candidate as its Presidential Nominee. Delegates vs Popular Vote This is where things get tricky because Clinton isn’t actually conceding anything yet. But I’m getting ahead of myself. In the most technical sense of the word, Obama isn’t anything but the presumptive nominee for the Democratic Party. As Hillary pointed … Continue reading →

Super Tuesday – Let’s Get These Parties Started

Took us a while to get this blog off the ground, but let’s take a look at where we stand today with our Super Tuesday primaries in 4 major states. If you were ever a fan of the West Wing, this year’s Democratic Primary actually reminds me of the Santos campaign, the jockeying for wins and the no clear cut victor heading into the Democratic National Convention. The Republican Ticket Currently, favored son Senator John McCain of Arizona holds 1,047 delegates for the Republican National Convention. In order to earn the nomination, he just needs 1,191 delegates. Chances are good, … Continue reading →

Celebrities and Politics

Oprah has pledged her allegiance to him. Academy Award-winning actress, Halle Berry has said she’d “collect paper cups off the ground to make his pathway clear.” Even PEOPLE’s “Sexist Man Alive,” George Clooney calls him a friend. His star seems to be shining as bright as the ones Hollywood was built on. There’s no question about it; Senator Barack Obama has reached celebrity status. If you don’t believe me consider this: Three of the most powerful men in Hollywood – Steven Spielberg, Jeffrey Katzenberg and David Geffen – have just invited their high-profile Hollywood pals to a February 20th fundraiser … Continue reading →