I sat at the computer this morning reading the many articles/letters imploring Senator Clinton to quit the race which has been constant drumbeat for weeks. Now that drumbeat has reached a deafening, fever pitch. I remembered when Hillary announced her candidacy in January 2007. I thought then Hillary don't do it. They will try to take you down and they have. Although I had serious doubts she could actually win the nomination I can't express the sense of saddness I have that she won't be the Democratic nominee. Funny, even though I told myself she probably won't win I am still very disappointed by the outcome. I feel like I have gone through the last six months with her. What a journey!

I always read Joan Walsh's column I enjoy her perspective and comments. As I was reading the letter section I read the submission from 'won'tgetfooledagain'. I then read all the submissions from you (31 pages). I couldn't believe it. It was almost as if you were channeling my thoughts. The MLK/LBJ racist distortions. The MSM biases. Your comments re Obama are exactly what I think of the Senator. I read all 31 pages of you postings. Thank you for your insights and the time and effort you have taken to document your thoughts.

'won'tbefooledagain' suggested I read your submissions. Wow! Very enlightening. Have you thought about compiling them in a book form you could title it 'Jottings of a Campaign' or something more profound.

I agree with your observations. The scurrilous racists charges leveled against the Clintons. The importance of the 'youth vote'. I heard David Gergen on CNN a few weeks ago get dewy eyed about how his friend's children are imploring their parents to support the Obama campaign. This is how informed adults are to base their voting decisions.

What I find particularly frustrating is the elevation of Obama from being a mere politican. He is a POLITICAN! I think for a very long time he has charted his course and has been very opportunistic re the path he has taken. I find nothing wrong with being a politican, but stop the 'transcended' con job.

And finally, I hate the way Hillary Clinton has been treated. How the woman gets up everyday and goes out there is beyond me. The media have so bought into the Obama 'magic' they have for the most part become nothing more than cheerleaders. However, thanks to Cokie Roberts this morning on 'This Week' she stated she was very disappointed how disrespectful Hillary has been treated by the media this week.

What amazes me is the popular vote between Obama and Clinton is very close. Less than 1% difference. The attacks against Mrs. Clinton would certainly give me pause before I would cast a vote for Obama. I do think the Obama camp may be taking far too much for granted. And hearing Senator Kennedy and others come out in the media and state she shouldn't be the VP nominee. I have no idea if she is interested in the position, but just seems to me like another unwarranted attack on her position in the party.

Thanks for your postings. I just read them all. You articulated so much better than I your concerns re Obama and support for Hillary.

I watched CNN Tuesday night. I couldn't believe how 'glum' the pundits were discussing Hillary's 41 point victory. If anyone has any doubts as to how biased the MSM are they should just watch tapes of Tuesday's election coverage.

I have thought Hillary has been on ropes since Iowa. I wanted her to win so badly. But despite everything she has proved to be one formidable candidate. I have enormous respect and admiration for her.

Reading your postings today has lifted my spirits. I dread watching the election coverage anymore. Makes me very sad.

Thanks again.

Don't misunderstand although I am a Clinton supporter. I am well aware that Senator Clinton is a politican. Like you I think Obama is a POLITICAN too....

I don't know Joan if it is too late for you to see my note, but I wanted to thank you for your postings. When I sign on Salon.com I look to see if you have a new posting. I appreciate your perspective and the insights you have shared with your readers during this long race.

I have been following this campaign avidly since January and I think I am about ready to call it quits. Frankly, I am exhausted and dispirted. Reading the responses to your postings is so discouraging. I don't know if it is because it is an anonymous exercise to post comments, but far too many are hateful and not worthy enough to even read.

Regardless of which candidate you support they certainly deserve our respect for putting themselves out there to be judged and perhaps rejected.

In 1974 when Richard Nixon resigned from the Presidency one could not help but feel sympathy for the man. We were watching a man having to walk away from his life work a quest he had devoted every fibre of his body to realize. I was definitely not a Nixon supporter, but at that time I felt so badly for the man. I remember the saddness of watching Jerry Ford giving his concession speech in 1976. Nor was I Jerry Ford supporter. But the human spectacle of having to face defeat is not for the faint hearted. So as this campaign nears completion can we not display compassion and understanding of how hard these candidates have worked and how difficult it is not to win the race.