Election Update

Is anyone else getting a bit tired of the election stuff?  Although some stories are certainly much more entertaining than others, I have to admit I'm getting a bit tired of the 24x7 re-hashing of the same things.  But, this is important stuff to keep up on, so let's all persevere together, okay?  I'll get through it as quickly as I can...

Did you know that Barack Obama is the hope of the world?  That's what Louis Farrakhan, the founder of the Nation of Islam, says.  Of course, he also says that Bush ordered the WTC bombed and the New Orleans levies destroyed, and that he himself was kidnapped by aliens, so take that with a grain of salt.  But, I have to admit that the fact that Obama's political campaign is gaining an almost spiritual zeal is troubling.  We're electing a President, not a pastor.  And, keep in mind what Pope Benedict XVI said: "Wherever politics tries to be redemptive, it is promising too much.  Where it wishes to do the work of God, it becomes, not divine, but demonic."  I think that's some great wisdom there!  Obama supporters, you may want to rethink why you support him - if you like his policies fine (well, not fine, but that's another argument).  If he just makes you feel good, then you've fallen for the hype.  Try thinking about policies and positions instead.  At the end of the day, that's what will affect you and your family the most.

Karl Rove suggests that Obama hasn't reached across party lines at all according to his record, so what's making people think he will now?  Also, though Obama says he isn't beholden to special interests or lobbyists, he has done everything his far Left supporters have asked of him.  Rove thinks these are things McCain can exploit in the general election.

Victor Davis Hanson shares how Clinton and Obama, in trying to outdo each other on just how awful and broken America is, both actually tap into the old tactics of populism, offering little change and no real hope.

George Will comments on Hillary's use of the 'unfair' card.  Wah, wah...

Check out this anonymous writer's six thoughts on Obamamania - it's hilarious!

More signs of trouble in Hillary-land.  First, the campaign is millions of dollars in debt.  But don't worry, I'm sure that China will provide some new bundlers and loaded Chinatown dishwashers whenever she needs them.  Anyway, Clinton is continuing to lose support, perhaps most critically at the superdelegate level.   For example, a superdelegate that was schmoozed by Chelsea Clinton publicly declared his support for Barack Obama shortly thereafter.  Can we say oops...?  But he's not alone - apparently, a couple dozen superdelegates have announced they will follow their voters' wishes, endorsing Obama.  And, some of Hillary's supporters are now saying they are undecided.  Bummer - I was hoping this cat fight would last all the way to the convention!  Don't count out the Clinton machine yet, though, I have a feeling they've got some nasty surprises still left in them.

Speaking of which, if you're curious about how superdelegates work, Marc Sheppard explains how they are for sale to the highest bidder, and both Dems are bidding right now.

Armstrong Williams predicts that things are about to turn nasty between Obama and Clinton, with superdelegates being just one of the potential sticking points.

And how about the regular delegates?  Politico is reporting that there is an active effort to flip pledged delegates.  'Pledged' delegates are actually not legally bound to vote for the candidate who won their state, so they're open for playtime, too (Hillary just shouldn't let Chelsea near them...).

Finally...he's baaaack!  Ralph Nader announced his 3rd party candidacy for President.  Historically speaking, Nader has pulled votes from the Democrat candidate more than the Republican, so this should be welcome news to Reps.  But, I think I heard that the last time he ran he only got about 2% of the vote, so he won't likely be a big factor.

Whew, we got through it!  Thanks for hanging in there with me!

There's my two cents.