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Wednesday, April 16, 2008 12:00 AM

Bitter as hell in Pennsylvania

Folks agree with Barack Obama in at least one Pennsylvania trailer park. But will angry voters help or hurt Democrats in swing states this fall?

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  • Wednesday, April 16, 2008 09:40 AM

    "You Might Be An Idiot, Too!"

    Wow! I am? Well, in that case I'd better back Clinton.

    How does calling someone an idiot bring them over to your viewpoint? I don't understand that.

    And as far as your points at the end of the post regarding health insurance- most Americans are aware of that. Most people have problems with their health insurance (assuming that they even HAVE ANY). A lot of people saw "Sicko" too. It's not just Clinton supporters who understand the health care crisis.

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