Is it possible that it could be Al Gore? This guy makes a somewhat plausible case.
If it's Gore, then I am totally all for it.
Gore or Clark - either way, I'm equally happy, and my faith in our new Dear Leader will be restored.
Friday, August 22, 2008
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Calm Before The Storm
It's quiet around here, in the calm before the Obama VP announcement storm.
Not sure who's buying the idea that tonight is the night that the Obama VP will be announced... I personally believe that we have a few more clockspins to go before we know.
I predict we won't hear the initial final word (via text message that is) until 3am EST or later Saturday morning.
That being said, this evening I've stocked up on Red Bull and am breathless on Google Reader with a trigger-happy mouse... and Intrade is loading on some serious fuel, with the disheartening 7.3 on Clark earlier today jumping to a 15.0 in just 6 hours. (If you didn't already know, I'm rooting for Wes Clark for VP.)
Not sure who's buying the idea that tonight is the night that the Obama VP will be announced... I personally believe that we have a few more clockspins to go before we know.
I predict we won't hear the initial final word (via text message that is) until 3am EST or later Saturday morning.
That being said, this evening I've stocked up on Red Bull and am breathless on Google Reader with a trigger-happy mouse... and Intrade is loading on some serious fuel, with the disheartening 7.3 on Clark earlier today jumping to a 15.0 in just 6 hours. (If you didn't already know, I'm rooting for Wes Clark for VP.)
Yet More Wes Clark Speculation
Ok, I know I'm beating a dead horse here, but I am quite literally paralyzed with anticipation from what I feel will be a "nothin' but net" win of a Democratic White House in November - by way of Obama's VP selection of Ret. Gen. Wesley K. Clark. And I'm not the only one.
Read between the lines:
1) Clark is the best choice for the VP slot, and can completely annihilate the core of the McCain campaign. Check out his resume.
2) "Securing America's Future" is the theme for the DNC VP speech on Wednesday night. Securing America's Future is the name of Wesley Clark's PAC.
3) In a massive display of what I see as genius head-fakery, it has been "leaked" to the media that Wes Clark will not be attending the DNC.
4) After Obama's initial rejection of Clark's comments about McCain's military service a couple of months back (IMO necessary for the political climate at the time), he later declared them "inartful" and didn't ask for Clark to apologize, therefore essentially ceding to Clark's side. In contrast, the Obama campaign has been eerily quiet on the (mis)statement "Clark, Your Services Not Needed". The original story - one that has been now widely distorted by media - is that Clark's plans were to attend a convention in Milan, and the Obama campaign told him that there was "no reason to change plans" as he did not have a speaking role as of yet. However, the story circulating now is claiming that Clark was "disinvited", which has left the media and netroots in a frenzy of bashing Obama's decision to exclude Clark from the DNC. Several sources have confirmed that the Obama campaign is aware of this story circulating, so they are deliberately holding back - why would he not diffuse the dissent of a large pool of his strongest supporters?
5) Wes's calendar is conspicuously blank for two weeks surrounding the convention. I've been keeping an eye on his calendar for the past week, and every morning, the current day's activities are announced: perhaps he is waiting for something?
6)(Unconfirmed) sources have claimed he does not have a speaking role at the convention he will be attending in Italy, and therefore isn't fully committed. I still haven't confirmed Clark's involvement in Italy, but his aides have said this: "While his schedule remains tight, he would rearrange his schedule to help play any constructive role on any days of the convention if asked." Hmmm...
7) Biden, the media's current top pick, has publicly stated that he is "not the guy". And here's Washington Wire's opinion on why all the other short-listers are out (emphasis mine):
8) McCain has stated that Obama should "distance himself" from Clark as soon as possible. Now, why would he state this if he wasn't scared out of his mind about that choice :-)
9) I know it's a stretch, but: It is widely speculated that Obama will announce his VP pick on Saturday in Springfield, Illinois. Wes Clark was born in Chicago.
I honestly think that the "disinvite" is a smokescreen, mainly (and wisely) to keep the media and the GOP from adding unecessary dialogue regarding the recent bad press Clark has gotten until he can be announced at the DNC. On that note, I also predict that we won't know for sure until at least Saturday and possibly even all the way to Wednesday night.
Read between the lines:
1) Clark is the best choice for the VP slot, and can completely annihilate the core of the McCain campaign. Check out his resume.
2) "Securing America's Future" is the theme for the DNC VP speech on Wednesday night. Securing America's Future is the name of Wesley Clark's PAC.
3) In a massive display of what I see as genius head-fakery, it has been "leaked" to the media that Wes Clark will not be attending the DNC.
4) After Obama's initial rejection of Clark's comments about McCain's military service a couple of months back (IMO necessary for the political climate at the time), he later declared them "inartful" and didn't ask for Clark to apologize, therefore essentially ceding to Clark's side. In contrast, the Obama campaign has been eerily quiet on the (mis)statement "Clark, Your Services Not Needed". The original story - one that has been now widely distorted by media - is that Clark's plans were to attend a convention in Milan, and the Obama campaign told him that there was "no reason to change plans" as he did not have a speaking role as of yet. However, the story circulating now is claiming that Clark was "disinvited", which has left the media and netroots in a frenzy of bashing Obama's decision to exclude Clark from the DNC. Several sources have confirmed that the Obama campaign is aware of this story circulating, so they are deliberately holding back - why would he not diffuse the dissent of a large pool of his strongest supporters?
5) Wes's calendar is conspicuously blank for two weeks surrounding the convention. I've been keeping an eye on his calendar for the past week, and every morning, the current day's activities are announced: perhaps he is waiting for something?
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7) Biden, the media's current top pick, has publicly stated that he is "not the guy". And here's Washington Wire's opinion on why all the other short-listers are out (emphasis mine):
Joe Biden said it won’t be him; John Edwards is obviously out; Evan Bayh faced an avalanche of negative criticism from the blogosphere with petitions to Obama not to choose him; Tim Kaine’s bubble lost a lot of air, but then seemed to regain some, but not enough for the balloon to rise; Obama used a masculine word to describe his choice for VP meaning Clinton, Sebellius and McCaskill are no longer in the race; Sam Nunn says he wasn’t vetted; pundits looked at the [DNC] speaking schedule and eliminated every other major candidate (save one) and every dark horse possibility; commentators said that Obama cannot choose a Senator from a Republican governor state or else the Republicans can filibuster his entire first term (goodbye Bayh, Dodd, Reed). Is there no one left who’s reported to have been vetted?
Only one name: former General Wesley Clark.
8) McCain has stated that Obama should "distance himself" from Clark as soon as possible. Now, why would he state this if he wasn't scared out of his mind about that choice :-)
9) I know it's a stretch, but: It is widely speculated that Obama will announce his VP pick on Saturday in Springfield, Illinois. Wes Clark was born in Chicago.
I honestly think that the "disinvite" is a smokescreen, mainly (and wisely) to keep the media and the GOP from adding unecessary dialogue regarding the recent bad press Clark has gotten until he can be announced at the DNC. On that note, I also predict that we won't know for sure until at least Saturday and possibly even all the way to Wednesday night.
Will a VP Wes Clark bring in the votes?
Some are wondering if Wes Clark can bring votes:
However, based on his extensive military resume and his certain ability to outshine McCain for the rest of this election, I think the better take on it should be that he can keep the votes intact.
General Wesley Clark certainly has a compelling story, and a war record that surpasses that of John McCain. Clark's been a powerful ally to Obama and would make a great choice to bring liberals solidly into the Obama tent. But can he draw votes? That's the question.While I personally believe that Wes is a perfect fit for the VP role, and will pull in the excitement and dedication of We The Netroots (see comment threads here and here and visit the Obama/Clark website), it's true that his Washington inexperience may be somewhat of a questionable factor to the general electorate. Then there's that whole McCain POW comment the media's been jumping all over.
However, based on his extensive military resume and his certain ability to outshine McCain for the rest of this election, I think the better take on it should be that he can keep the votes intact.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
McCain Nervous About a Potential Wes Clark VP?
According to a Netherlands newsfeed, de Volkskrant, it appears that McCain may be more than just a little frightened about the potential of Wes Clark as VP:
En route to Colombia, McCain also weighed in on the simmering controversy over remarks made by one of Barack Obama’s surrogates, retired Gen. Wesley Clark, that appeared to diminish McCain's war record. He called for Clark to step aside: “I think it’s up to Obama now to not only repudiate him, but to cut him loose,” McCain told reporters on his plane.Hmmm.. sounds like the Senator's a little nervous about the possibilities here.
Wes Clark Will Be VP
I am totally all over this:
Will The Democrats Pull A Rabbit Out of the Hat with Their VP Nomination?
Been supporting this cause for days - here's hoping!
If you're interested in seeing this dream ticket come to fruition, visit the Obama/Clark website and sign the petition.
Hopefully I don't eat crow.
Will The Democrats Pull A Rabbit Out of the Hat with Their VP Nomination?
Been supporting this cause for days - here's hoping!
If you're interested in seeing this dream ticket come to fruition, visit the Obama/Clark website and sign the petition.
Hopefully I don't eat crow.
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