I just wanted to put up quick a little diary about the Reno Gazette Journal endorsement of Barack Obama.
Here is the text of the article:
Nevada Democrats should caucus for Barack Obama, the freshman U.S. senator from Illinois, to represent them as the party’s nominee to run for president of the United States. He has the personal characteristics and political instincts expected of the person who leads this nation.
The Democratic front-runners seeking the favor of Nevadans make strong presidential candidates. New York U.S. Sen. Hillary Clinton has worked to be an excellent public servant and has aimed toward this end for the past 35 years; former North Carolina U.S. Sen. John Edwards’ climb up the economic ladder has placed him in a position where he can understand and also aid the middle class.
Clinton, however, continues to struggle under the cloud of her husband, the former President Bill Clinton. She is challenged to escape the perception that she represents the status quo and that the advisers, the bureaucracy and the baggage from the former president’s administration would follow her into the White House — if she were to make it through the November election.
And, although well-meaning and concerned about the welfare of the grass-roots, Edwards does not seem to connect with the Democratic base, and he has not demonstrated the kind of bipartisanship that gets things done.
I don't know if I agree with the analysis, exactly, but since I agree with the results of that analysis... I am content!
One can fairly describe Obama’s philosophical optimism and charismatic manner as too idealistic, even a tad dreamy. But he also demonstrates the courage to stand his ground where necessary, willing, for instance, to salute both President John Kennedy and President Ronald Reagan as agents of change in times when the country needed change.
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The Democratic caucus is about looking at the candidates through a lens that is focused on the party and its goals. It also is about looking past the primary season and choosing the individual who can win in November. It must be someone who can unify the nation on domestic issues, successfully uphold its democratic ideals and restore its reputation as a global force.
Obama should be the party’s choice.
Oh yeah, and here's the latest Nevada caucus poll, also from the Reno Gazette Journal. It was posted on January 14th by kos:
Obama: 32
Clinton: 30
Edwards: 27
McCain: 22
Giuliani: 18
Huckabee: 16
Romney: 15
Thompson: 11
Paul: 6
Hunter: 1
Happy holiday weekend!