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Clinton Loses another Super delegate, Former Presidential Candidate Gov. Bill Richardson for Obama
by politisite | March 21, 2008 at 07:01 am | 583 views | 13 comments | 12 recommendations
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Barack Obama who had been lagging in the Hispanic vote has gained a Major Endorcement from one of the candiates who had a Resume that included UN, Foreign Policy Expeience, and the ability to negociate with Difficult world leaders. Politisite sees this endorcement as much more than a nod from Governor Richardson of New Mexico. Here is Obama's Future Running Mate.
Superdelegate Bill Richardson Backs Obama
The individual decisions by a small number of superdelegates rise in importance to equal or even surpass the results of primaries. On Friday, March 21, Bill Richardson, a former Presidential contender and more importantly a former member of the Clinton cabinet, is endorsing Barack Obama.
As Trailwatch noted, the true measure of the Obama-Reverend Wright episode will be in the impact on these superdelegates. A couple of days ago, a prominent Pennsylvania Democrat, Rep. John P. Murtha, came out for Hillary Clinton. The Richardson move counters and trumps.
The Oregon primary is May 20. Obama is keeping an eye on Pennsylvania, where the demographics and the polls favor Clinton, but he is sticking to a so-far successful strategy of pushing for support in every state. From The Oregonian:
Oregonians camped out at Memorial Coliseum in anticipation of Obama's first stop in his visit to Oregon today, which ends with a late-night visit to the University of Oregon in Eugene.
More than three hours before Obama was scheduled to appear at the Coliseum, hundreds already were lined up in the Rose Quarter, bundled in wool hats and blankets.
With an exuberant rally in a state that leans heavily in his direction and a high-level endorsement from a former rival with close Clinton connections, Obama hopes to put the tribulations of this past week behind him and regain his momentum.
-- Carl Lavin
March 21, 2008 at 07:01 am by politisite, 583 views, 13 comments
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at 08:14 on March 21st, 2008
It's all about the numbers, isn't it? I never imagined we'd be looking at April and May and even beyond for a decision on the Democrats' candidate.
at 09:09 on March 21st, 2008
Rachel, I see this endorcement as much more than a nod from Governor Richardson of New Mexico. Here is Obama's Future Running Mate. Yes, Its about the numbers, demographics, and as always politics makes for strange Bedfellows. I will never forget Donald Rumsfield Shaking the Hands of Sadaam Hussian during the Iraq /Iran War. I am NOT a fan of the enemy of my enemy is my firend. How many conflicts have we had as a result of that policy.
at 08:21 on March 21st, 2008
That's an interesting point about Obama's future running mate. And Richardson could well gain support in the Hispanic community for Obama. Is mainstream America (whatever that is!) ready to accept a black president and a Hispanic vice-president?
at 11:41 on March 21st, 2008
I think we are ready for a Black President. I am completly ready. I want to get passed the Race /Gender issue. I am hopeful that all of us can look beyond the color of ones skin and focus on the content of Character. The problem for Obama is he may have Character flaws in his judgement and relationships. He may not be the right man for the Job. I love his speeches, but have a great deal of difficulty with his relationships with the former , "weather underground", His former Paster who has forgotten MLK words, and possible problems with Tony Rezko. Governor Richardson on the other hand is squeaky clean as far as politics go. I am Right Leaning but Like him very much. Richardson has the right credentials to help Obama win the Presidency.
I think people in America have been bamboozled by the Democratic party. With 85% of People of Color voting Democrat, why are there problems un-solved or at least moving to a resolution? Cuban Americans are Conservative and vote for Republicans. Poor Cubans have been able to rise above poverty at a faster rate than any group behind Asians. Now what message does that convey? An excellent question for Political Science exams.
at 12:55 on March 21st, 2008
politisite, you and I might be ready for a minority president (my personal choice would be Bobby Jindal, but that's still years off) but I think the real question is do you think democrat voters are ready for a black president? As it stands right now, I don't think Obama will get the support he needs if he becomes the nominee from the democrat base.
Obama seems to do a lot better during caucases than he does in primaries. I think this is because the voters in caucases want to be seen as supporting the black guy in front of their peers but behind closed doors they really don't trust him. Another indicator that goes against both BHO and HRC is a poll that shows about 1/5th of democrat voters will vote for McCain in the general election if their candidate loses the nomination.
Now, of course, my second point isn't strickly based on race (or gender) but I think race/gender plays a big part in it. Democrats have long used racial/gender divisiveness to get out the minority vote. Now Obama, who is black, might be seen as representing only his color to other minorities. Especially after his speech on race (Rev. Wright) he might be seen as "too black" by white democrats.
Before the beginning of this week Obama was seen as a post-race candidate - that facade is gone now. Maybe he will get his mojo back (like others have said, we've still got a long way to go) but that is not a given.
Anyways, the real question to be asking is whether or not Barack has lost his magic. Has he?
at 12:58 on March 21st, 2008
I would be surprised if Richardson would be Obama's pick for Veep. It doesn't even matter all that much anyways - people don't vote for Vice President (yeah, they do, but the real choice is president, you know what I mean).
This just shows that Bill Clinton doesn't hold as much sway in his party as he use to.
at 12:55 on March 21st, 2008
Politisite: Good Sight but I must be the exception to the Cuban Americans. I am voting Libertarian.
at 10:48 on March 22nd, 2008
Alvarez,
I think Libertarian is a good choice as well. I am really a Right Liberatrian but have difficulty casting a vote that will give dems an advantage. I hope one day we can finnally get away from these Dem/GOP factions like we were warned about by Jefferson. I see where a Cuban_American would vote Liberatrian because of the very small government views. You do a great job on here... I am glad you are a NP contributor.
at 12:58 on March 21st, 2008
I also agree with Rachel Nixon is whether the USA is ready for an African American President and a US Latin Vice President is a big question mark.
at 14:02 on March 21st, 2008
I also agree with Rachel Nixon is whether the USA is ready for an African American President and a US Latin Vice President is a big question mark.
at 16:38 on March 21st, 2008
Speaking as an observer, not a participant...perhaps the Obama camp is looking to use Gov Richardson as a counter to Clinton's popularity among the Hispanic community?
at 10:49 on March 22nd, 2008
You got it right.. but most of the Hispanic rich states have voted. This move may be more for the general election
at 16:55 on March 21st, 2008
politisite, I agree that Richardson would compliment Obama in both experience and ethnicity, it would be a powerful and interesting ticket.