Letters to the Editor
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Let it go the distance
Ever since it became fairly obvious which way the wind was blowing in the primary, I've been an advocate of letting the fight go the distance, because I think Hillary is an excellent sparring partner for Obama, who has certainly benefitted from the seasoning she's given him.
There's been a lot of talk that Mark Penn's departure or demotion (depending on who you talk to) is going to result in Hillary's campaign taking a more positive tone, promoting her strengths without trying to cut Obama off at the knees. If that's the case, then a long campaign is even better for Obama and for the party, because it keeps the Democrats front and center, pushes McCain to page A5 (where he's been since winning the nomination), and keeps newly registered voters and contributions rolling in for the Dems, all without crippling the eventual nominee.