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Monday, February 11, 2008 12:00 AM

Paul Krugman criticizes Obama supporters

The New York Times columnist says the Democratic race is turning into "Nixonland," and that the Obama campaign verges on a cult of personality.

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  • Monday, February 11, 2008 08:01 AM

    he's right

    Krugman has been right about almost everything in the past 6 years. He, like myself was an Edwards supporter--the only candidate who consistently beat John McCain in polls--and I believe the best candidate. I voted for him symbolically still because I wasn't in a state (Illinois) where it would make a difference, and because I really couldn't choose between Obama and Clinton. I don't like dynasties and I'm sick of Bill--I don't like his health care plan which I think is destined to fail--and I think they will both make a fine president. She would work really hard--they are both smart--he would inspire foreign policy. I'm behind whichever one gets the election.

    I have loved the way Obama has rallied youth, but even in Iowa people talked about how arrogant his supporters were, and yes, on the boards they are always the ones who are going to take away their toys and go home. Even Michelle Obama said she would have to consider voting for Clinton if she were the nominee. Get over it. Krugman is right and there is a cult of personality rather than team playing going on.

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