I am reading a lot and listening a lot to the concerns about the Clinton vs. Obama competition for the nomination.
I am an Obama supporter. Voted for him. Helped his organizers for more than a week, 24/7.
They were a pleasure to work with and for. Motivated to adapt and over come difficulties here in Texas with our two step Primary.
So, how did that make Obama weaker?
I think we can all safely recall the Swift Boat Liars and the result.
If Obama is to face the worst of the Republican hate machine tactics he will need practice in overcoming this tactic.
Boot camp is tough because real life combat is tougher. The Clinton attacks serve the same purpose as a boot camp for the green recruit. With each debate Obama grew stronger and better. With each attack Obama will grow leaner and meaner, better able to respond and a better candidate.
The training ground of the Primaries provides the chance for his organizers to train, adapt and overcome the obstacles. They will grow stronger in Pennsylvania as a result. When they left my town yesterday for Pennslyvania I wished them God speed and good hunting. They were formidable here and when they arrive in Pennsylvania it will be like shock troops hitting the ground there. We are building an on the ground grass roots election team that will dumbfound the Republicans in November.
Let them duke it out. We will be stronger in November for it.