What prompted Hillary to propose a motion from the convention floor tonight to dispense with the roll call vote and instead, nominate Obama by affirmation? Who got what from whom? Party leadership had already changed the format of the roll call from alphabetical order to a different sequence, ensuring that at no time did Hillary have more nominating votes than Obama. This would indicate to me that democrat leadership was afraid the Clinton forces had enough votes to try to pull something during the process and capture the nomination.
Was a deal reached behind closed doors to forestall such an event in an effort to preserve the appearance of party unity?
Would have loved to be a fly on the wall, listening to that conversation!
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Hillary’s “Unity” Speech!
Got to hand it to Hillary: Last night’s speech at the DNC convention might have been the best of her entire career. Her tone, delivery and content were spot-on. If she had made a few like that about a year ago, the convention would be all about her instead of Obama.
As has been discussed last night and this morning, what's notable is what was omitted. She stressed unity, but never mentioned Obama’s capability, never endorsed his leadership, and never did she express her unqualified support for his candidacy. She went out there and delivered exactly what she was asked to do; no more, no less.
So much entertainment! There was Bill, high above in the bleachers, obviously “on” the whole time, playing to the cameras he knew would be trained on him. He didn’t disappoint. The man’s vanity is as endless as his ego. The high point was the mouthed “I love you”s, solely for the benefit of the TV audience. And this, coming from an individual whose presidency was defined by his extramarital peccadilloes. Amazing.
And decyphering Michelle’s facial expressions throughout the speech became a form of entertainment in itself. Imagine what was running though her head. Was it: “If you try to steal this convention I’ll kill you”, or instead, “I’ve won, you lost. Now, go away”?
Can’t wait for tonight’s thrilling installment of “The Clintons”!
As has been discussed last night and this morning, what's notable is what was omitted. She stressed unity, but never mentioned Obama’s capability, never endorsed his leadership, and never did she express her unqualified support for his candidacy. She went out there and delivered exactly what she was asked to do; no more, no less.
So much entertainment! There was Bill, high above in the bleachers, obviously “on” the whole time, playing to the cameras he knew would be trained on him. He didn’t disappoint. The man’s vanity is as endless as his ego. The high point was the mouthed “I love you”s, solely for the benefit of the TV audience. And this, coming from an individual whose presidency was defined by his extramarital peccadilloes. Amazing.
And decyphering Michelle’s facial expressions throughout the speech became a form of entertainment in itself. Imagine what was running though her head. Was it: “If you try to steal this convention I’ll kill you”, or instead, “I’ve won, you lost. Now, go away”?
Can’t wait for tonight’s thrilling installment of “The Clintons”!
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Michelle's Apple Pie Speech!
Watching the DNC convention tonight brings back a comment made today on Tom Sullivan’s afternoon radio show. While Jessie Jackson’s candidacy might be considered that of a black man who happened to be running for President, we’re now looking at a candidate running for President who merely happens to be black. So, what’s the point? Perhaps it’s this: We’ve come a very long way. And despite certain democrat operatives claims about the "race card" having been played,the shattering realization is the fact that this candidacy isn’t about race; it’s about judgment, experience and honesty.
But wait, there’s more. Despite the “baseball, hotdogs, apple pie and Chevrolet” display, we need to keep a key fact in mind: This candidate has the most liberal voting record in the Senate.
Moreover, He’s got troubling ties with a church and certain individuals who have a long-running, abiding hatred of America. Whoever crafted this love fest made sure there was no mention of angry black pastors or left-wing crazy friends - just good, old-fashioned Americana. He/she did a masterful job, right down to Michelle’s speech and bringing out the daughters for “ad-lib” comments with daddy in a remote location. Am I that cynical? Maybe so. It was a brilliant performance, nonetheless.
Rush Limbaugh nailed it this morning, aptly calling last night’s performance a careful repackaging of the Obama “brand”.
Will voters buy it in November? We’ll see.
But wait, there’s more. Despite the “baseball, hotdogs, apple pie and Chevrolet” display, we need to keep a key fact in mind: This candidate has the most liberal voting record in the Senate.
Moreover, He’s got troubling ties with a church and certain individuals who have a long-running, abiding hatred of America. Whoever crafted this love fest made sure there was no mention of angry black pastors or left-wing crazy friends - just good, old-fashioned Americana. He/she did a masterful job, right down to Michelle’s speech and bringing out the daughters for “ad-lib” comments with daddy in a remote location. Am I that cynical? Maybe so. It was a brilliant performance, nonetheless.
Rush Limbaugh nailed it this morning, aptly calling last night’s performance a careful repackaging of the Obama “brand”.
Will voters buy it in November? We’ll see.
Monday, August 18, 2008
A Purpose-driven Debate!
Wow! Saturday Night Live at Saddleback! What a different style of political debate! Kudos to Pastor Rick Warren for getting both candidates to appear on Saturday night’s discussion. His format was a master stroke.
This may have been the best political discussion of the entire election season. One moderator, same series of questions put to one candidate and then the other. No sniping, no grandstanding, no character assassination, just straight questions; you decide. Can’t think of a better format, can you?
Finally, someone was taking issue with the judiciary legislating from the bench! It was refreshing to see it addressed.
Several questions and their answers served to accentuate the differences between the two candidates. Some of the more illuminating questions posed included: “What was your greatest moral failure?” “What was your most agonizing decision?” “Relating to Supreme Court Justice choices, with whom are you most disappointed?” “Name three people with whom you would consult in a crisis.” “When does a fetus acquire human rights?” Penetrating questions, illuminating answers.
I’d sure like to see a rematch in this same venue in the future…
This may have been the best political discussion of the entire election season. One moderator, same series of questions put to one candidate and then the other. No sniping, no grandstanding, no character assassination, just straight questions; you decide. Can’t think of a better format, can you?
Finally, someone was taking issue with the judiciary legislating from the bench! It was refreshing to see it addressed.
Several questions and their answers served to accentuate the differences between the two candidates. Some of the more illuminating questions posed included: “What was your greatest moral failure?” “What was your most agonizing decision?” “Relating to Supreme Court Justice choices, with whom are you most disappointed?” “Name three people with whom you would consult in a crisis.” “When does a fetus acquire human rights?” Penetrating questions, illuminating answers.
I’d sure like to see a rematch in this same venue in the future…
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