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By Independent on 05-21-08
Given the figures you stated, I’m suspect your analysis will prove to be spot on. But still, it baffles me the way working class folks often vote against their own best interest. Bill Clinton, among other things was known for his allegiance to corporate America and globalization, both of which serve to increase profits for the already wealthy at the expense of the poor. That Hillary and McCain would follow more or less the same path is a given. Come on Flatheads, who would Jesus vote for? While he might have a beer with Hillary, her past is shady enough and her connections with big money too extensive to fathom His support. Finally, if you are contemplating voting against your fears, shame on you. This year, the cycle will be broken, with or without the Flatheads consent. Join the winning team, dare to dream just a little.
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By Cris on 05-22-08
Markos Moulitsas (of Daily Kos) frequently claims that the only endorsements that really matter are those that are attached to a “machine”—that is, an established political network—and mayors usually have the most well-oiled machines. If that’s true, and if the Flathead is as important as you suggest, then Mayor Kennedy may be the determining factor in giving Senator Clinton the majority of Montana’s delegates.
Not to mention that Clinton has one of Montana’s most influential unelected personalities on board in Walter Schweitzer. I suspect Clinton will finish a lot stronger in Montana than most people expect.
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Let’s be civil. The Flathead Beacon encourages vigorous discussion and lively debate, but we will delete comments that attack other readers, make accusations we can’t verify, stray too far off topic, criticize local businesses (call them if you have a problem), convict someone of a crime, use profanity or are simply judged to be in bad taste. We don’t always have someone moderating comments, so we ask for your help: If you see a comment that violates these ground rules, or you simply deem it offensive, please e-mail editor [at] flatheadbeacon.com. The views expressed in the comments section do not reflect those of the Beacon.
By Independent on 05-21-08
Given the figures you stated, I’m suspect your analysis will prove to be spot on. But still, it baffles me the way working class folks often vote against their own best interest. Bill Clinton, among other things was known for his allegiance to corporate America and globalization, both of which serve to increase profits for the already wealthy at the expense of the poor. That Hillary and McCain would follow more or less the same path is a given. Come on Flatheads, who would Jesus vote for? While he might have a beer with Hillary, her past is shady enough and her connections with big money too extensive to fathom His support. Finally, if you are contemplating voting against your fears, shame on you. This year, the cycle will be broken, with or without the Flatheads consent. Join the winning team, dare to dream just a little.
By Cris on 05-22-08
Markos Moulitsas (of Daily Kos) frequently claims that the only endorsements that really matter are those that are attached to a “machine”—that is, an established political network—and mayors usually have the most well-oiled machines. If that’s true, and if the Flathead is as important as you suggest, then Mayor Kennedy may be the determining factor in giving Senator Clinton the majority of Montana’s delegates.
Not to mention that Clinton has one of Montana’s most influential unelected personalities on board in Walter Schweitzer. I suspect Clinton will finish a lot stronger in Montana than most people expect.