If Obama can Learn from Bocephus, He has a Good Chance at Being the Next President. If Not, the Rural Poor May Vote Republican in 08.
Clinton and Obama Both Comment on New Jobless Claims Numbers
The Labor Department announced on Thursday that new jobless claims had reached their highest point since the Gulf Coast hurricanes in September 2005. For the week ending on March 29, jobless claims jumped by 38,000 to 407,000. Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama each released statements about the new numbers.
The “Madness” of Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton seems to be in a lot of trouble. Her campaign may be running out of steam. And eventually, money, as she simply cannot compete with Barack Obama in fundraising numbers. And almost day by day, it seems someone else is calling for her to get out of the race.
The Homopoliticus: The “Madness” of Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton seems to be in a lot of trouble. Her campaign may be running out of steam. And eventually, money, as she simply cannot compete with Barack Obama in fundraising numbers. And almost day by day, it seems someone else is calling for her to get out of the race.
Obama Doubles Up Clinton in March Fundraising
The Barack Obama fundraising juggernaut continued to roll along in March as he outraised Hillary Clinton by a 2 to 1 margin last month. The Obama campaign is reporting that they rose over $40 million, while Clinton is expected to have brought in around $20 million. More impressive than the amount of money raised is the number of donors that the campaign is attracting.
Senate Leaders Agree on Housing Stimulus Bill
Both Democratic and Republican leaders in the U.S. Senate announced this evening that they have agreed in principle on a housing stimulus bill.
Poll Update: Obama Closing the Gap in PA
According to a new Quinnipiac University poll, Hillary Clinton has seen her lead drop by three more points in Pennsylvania. The margin is now 50%-41% in favor of Clinton. A little more than two weeks ago the same poll had Clinton up 53%-41%.
Obama Calls Clinton’s Rocky Comparison Fiction
Things are really heating up here in PA today. While Hillary Clinton was speaking about job creation in Pittsburgh, Barack Obama was in Philadelphia branding Clinton as the candidate of the special interests.
Clinton Announces Plan to Reward Companies that Create U.S. Jobs
While speaking today at the 21st Century Job Summit in Pittsburgh, PA, Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton announced a plan that would reward companies who create new jobs in the United States, and eliminate the tax rewards for outsourcing.
Party Leaders Want Super Delegates to Make Their Decision in June
Since neither Democratic presidential candidate will win enough delegates to secure the party's nomination, party leaders like DNC chair Howard Dean and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi are turning are turning up the heat on the 300 or so undecided super delegates to make up their minds well before the Democratic convention in late August.
Sens. Reid and Dodd Talk About the Housing Crisis
This week the Senate will move to reconsider the Foreclosure Prevention Act, which is a bill that would allow families who are facing foreclosure, due to increases in their adjustable rate mortgages, to stay in their homes. Today Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) and Sen. Chris Dodd (D-CT) held a press conference to discuss the bill.
Hillary Clinton Unveils Job Creation Plan
During a speech in Philadelphia, PA in front of the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO, Hillary Clinton unveiled her plan to create 3 million new jobs by investing in infrastructure.
RNC Claims Obama Distorts McCain on Iraq
The Republican National Committee (RNC) released a statement today criticizing Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama for distorting John McCain's position on Iraq as wanting to stay there for 100 years. They claim that, "Obama is adopting the same old school political tactics he claims he opposes by distorting Sen. McCain's remarks for political advantage."
Poll: Most Voters Wrong About Candidates’ Immigration Positions
A new poll by the non-partisan think tank the Center for Immigration Studies found that the majority of voters know very little about the three remaining presidential candidates' positions on immigration.
Another Super Delegate Falls in Line for Barack Obama
All signs continue to point to Barack Obama becoming the Democratic nominee, as today Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) became the latest super delegate to endorse Obama.
John McCain Tries to Reassure Voters on Iran
In this week's issue of Newsweek, Republican Presidential candidate John McCain tried to reassure voters about his position on a potential war with Iran. Michael Hirsh interviewed McCain and asked him if his Los Angeles speech last week was designed to quiet some voters' fears that he wants to lead the nation to war against Iran.
Sen. Chuck Hagel Compares Bush to Alice in Wonderland
On CNN's "Late Edition" today Wolf Blitzer interviewed outspoken critic of the Iraq war, Republican Sen. Chuck Hagel of Nebraska. Blitzer asked Hagel about critics of the war who say that the president is ignoring reality and living in a dream world.
Lieberman says Democratic Party Taken Over by the Left
Independent Sen. Joe Lieberman (I-CT) appeared on ABC's "This Week" program today, and burned any bridges that he might have had remaining with the Democratic Party. Lieberman claims that the Democratic Party is different than in the Clinton years, because it has been taken over by the left.
Nader says Clinton Should Stay in Democratic Race
There was an interesting post on Ralph Nader's blog yesterday signed by the man himself expressing the opinion that Hillary Clinton has every right to remain in the Democratic presidential field.
John Edwards Speaks, but Still no Endorsement
John Edwards gave his first public speech today since withdrawing from the Democratic race a couple of months ago. He had lots of nice things to say about both Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, but dropped no hints about when or if his personal endorsement was coming. "I have a very high opinion of both of them.