Letters to the Editor
Rose Hann
Published Letters: 62 Editor's Choice: 8
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The epic battle for Pennsylvania
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[Read more letters about this article: Here]It is evident the media has decided Clinton's chances of reaching delegates necessary to win the nomination. Truth be known Obama can never win the magic number of 2025 either, but for Obama The media darling he has had an easy ride. Clinton the other hand has been bashed by the media. Yesterday on CNN I was listening to an Obama supporter a congresswoman from IL the home state of Obama and she was as nasty about Clinton as the media has been. I was disturbed by her nasty attitude praising one while demonizing the other. As a Democrat, I found that most disturbing. These super delegates are part of the problem.
Hillary Clinton is poised to win today's PA primary and for all she's had to endure, I hope she wins big. Perhaps the stinging words Obama spoke of the people of PA will resonate with voters and let him know how offended they are. As for Bill Clinton, I think there has been equal criticism of him for having the audacity to defend his wife, an opportunity long over due. He has campaigned as hard for her as he did for his own Presidential ambitions. I say ENOUGH!! There is little doubt Senator Clinton is the most experienced and has a better chance against McCain. Obama's negatives have risen and the GOP is waiting for him. He cannot cope well under fire. The GOP will be sharks around Obama and they have been handed all the ammunition they need. Hillary is out there and can handle the scrutiny. After all, look what the media has done to her.
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New York Times editorial scolds Clinton
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[Read more letters about this article: Here]How pathetic The Times picks on one candidate while both were equally culpable. Senator Clinton's speech last night after her win was conciliatory, while Obama's speech from Indiana was vicious. Why is Senator Clinton singled out and her opponent who out spent her three to one running nasty adds gets a pass? It has been clear throughout this campaign, Obama is exactly what President Clinton referred to as a "Fairy Tale".. I think people are beginning to take a second look at Obama and discovering he is a typical candidate. His stump speeches are always the same, like a person who sticks to the same story. I can now recite Obama's speeches verbatim. His appeal as time goes on becomes less. The Times insulting Senator Clinton has not been paying attention, or they chose to single her out.
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Obama can't close the deal
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[Read more letters about this article: Here]Obama has a real problem closing the deal. He out spent Senator Clinton three to one and could not break through. Obama has a serious issue with middle class Americans. There is a great disconnect in part because of the core Obama voters who are elite educated and wealthy.
Senator Clinton is a magnet for this group who are devoted to her and trust her to help them. Her message resonates with voters better then Obamas. I think he is being looked at up close, and people are beginning to recognize he is a typical politician who's use of the word "change" means more of the same. Obama has insulted the Clinton administration which is political suicide since most of us remember those eight years fondly. We had a balanced budget with a surplus and his economic advisor David Rubin was correct in all he did to pay as you go. The former President is responsible for many who have political careers today. Bill Richardson is one example of how a man who was helped by Bill Clinton to enjoy a resume defected. I think Super Delegates will now take a harder look at Obama and recognize he is no closer, far from it. Senator Clinton is showing strength. That's what counts.
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What Pennsylvania tells us
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[Read more letters about this article: Here]It tells us what we have known all along, never count out a Clinton. It also shows Obama has a blind side to connecting with middle class America, whites and Catholics. He has not won a large state and it is becoming increasingly obvious Obama will not be able to win in the general election. I think this speaks to his wanting this over soon.
It tells us super delegates better get behind Hillary because she can deliver what is necessary to win. Obama is weak and his last debate performance was horrible. He is avoiding the NC debate and that is unsettling. What will he say when debates with McCain are not optional. I wouldn't be surprised to see some delegate defection from Obama to Clinton. Indiana is Clinton territory. NC, Obamas. If Obama's core voters are African Americans, he's in trouble. People are taking a hard look at Obama and they see him as an elitist who cannot connect with middle class and poor Americans.
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When Democrats chase Hoosiers and Region Rats
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[Read more letters about this article: Here]A correction: Mellencamp is not for Obama. As a matter of fact, he has not endorsed either candidate and agreed to play at both campaigns. I would check your sources and make corrections.
Indiana is for all purposes, Clinton territory. They are blue collar and Latinos who have been hurt by the current administrations attitude which is only the wealthy count! I think Indiana is going to break for Hillary Clinton and I hope the media begins to open their eyes and recognize Hillary gets the white male vote, catholic vote and blue collar. Obama attracts elite wealthy voters and fails to break through to the core voting block. He falls short as a deal closer. Sad, Obama made this race about race and blames the Clintons and unfortunately has duped the ever naive media into believing him.
I think Indiana will be very relevant in the general election as the map of red and blue states have all but broken ranks with the GOP. This election has been very telling, millions of new registered voters are now Democrats. I once said Obama's skin color is not the issue. His gender is. He is yet another man. It's time we gave a woman an opportunity to show there is a difference,