1. I was right about the traffic* spike related to this (rather uninteresting) blog post. Have no idea why some of these message board members are so interested in my (rather uninteresting) musings, but boredom can explain a lot, I guess. (I personally do not subscribe to the jealousy theories, because I find it beyond comprehension that someone could be jealous of a person he or she does not even know, outside of a message board.)
*By traffic, I am referring to overall blog and post visits, and not the number of comments. I am grateful to all who take the time to post thoughtful, constructive comments and so my thinly veiled criticisms are in no way directed at those who posted comments.
2. The Democratic primary is great for political junkies like me. While I was disappointed that my candidate did not win my state, Obama earned a significant number of delegates regardless (and he did carry my county). Furthermore, this particular fundraising development from his opponent's campaign yesterday inspired me to contribute even more money last night to Obama. What this development also tells me is that those who support Clinton do so with only a minimum of personal commitment or passion. Even with her acceptance of PAC funds and the so called "institutional party backing" she enjoys, Obama is earning more financial support. And earning is the right term. He is not just getting his supporters to turn out to the polls, but to open their wallets as well. In these uncertain economic times, that's saying something.
I find it amusing (and predictable) that Clinton now wants to debate Obama every week. Does anyone want to see that many debates between just two candidates? I know it's the cheapest form of television exposure she can get, but still ...
Ha.
I'm excited that my state's caucus (along with two other states) begun the snowballing lead that Obama has over Clinton. Particularly because this was the first time I ever caucused (that seems like a made up word, strategery?) and I was COMPLETELYL thrilled with the process. Having made up my mind a while ago, it was refreshing to have people debating around me, even trying to change my POVs, and still coming out with the knowledge that I did the right thing in voting for him.
GO Barrack.
(Additionally, if I hear Clinton say "I'm starting from day one" again, I'll pelt her with olive pits. As if there was a "Training and Orientation day" in the White House.. maybe there is? I wonder if they bring in the good muffins to that shindig?)
Posted by: Moe | February 16, 2008 at 11:46 AM