Tuesday, January 23, 2007

2008 Round Up
Probably the worst news that anyone could hear is that Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton plans to run for Democratic nomination. A few days into the race, and here are some of the media reports.
First, it is getting to be a bit of a crowded field: ["Clinton's still the one to beat in crowded field of Democrats"]. Next, there is the issue of public funds: ["Clinton declines public funds; others may follow"]. Where do they think all this money is going to come from? If there are eight to 10 serious Democrats running, will they all be able to raise $100 million? I think not. Here is some interaction from Media Nation about the announcement: [Comments].

New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson is also in: ["Democrat Richardson Announces 2008 Presidential Bid"]. I have three words for Richardson supporters: Wen Ho Lee ...

Another article about the importance of Florida in the primary process this year: ["Earlier primary could give state more of a role"]. And here is a bit about modern technology in the primaries: ["'Macaca' Moments Will Define 2008 Presidential Campaign"].

WSJ poll issued Monday night suggests that only 22 percent of the nation want President Bush to set public policy while 57 percent want the Congress to do it.

Newsweek released this polling data:
  • Edwards 48%, McCain 43%
  • Clinton 48%, McCain 47%
  • Obama 46%, McCain 44%
  • Edwards 48%, Giuliani 45%
  • Giuliani 48%, Clinton 47%
  • Giuliani 47%, Obama 45%
Washington Post/ABC News released this data: Clinton 41, Obama 17, Edwards 11, and Kerry 8; Giuliani 34, McCain 27, Romney and Gingrich at 9, and Brownback at 1. Of course, these national polls are meaningless because the candidates have to win state races - and get delegates - in order to get the nomination.

Granny 9 turns 97: Doris Granny D Haddock will be honored on her 97th birthday during an open house from 1-3 p.m. in the Governor’s Executive Council Chambers at the State House in Concord, NH on January 24, 2007. The governor, executive council members, and numerous state legislators are expected to attend.

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