Peggy Noonan weighs in on the significance of Senator Obama's victory and reflects on Senator Clinton's campaign (and why she won't be his running mate). And Dick Morris attempts to explain Clinton's decision to suspend her campaign today, but not relinquish her delegates to Obama. Upshot: She is still playing the game. Excerpt: Hillary wants to be there to exploit any mistakes. She will be watching and waiting. Suppose Obama flubs a line on the campaign trail or damaging material emerges from the Rezko prosecution? Hillary will indicate her continued availability as an alternative. … [Read more...] about Morris and Noonan on Clinton’s (Partial?) Concession
Archives for June 2008
Obama, Clinton, and McCain – A Few Thoughts
First off, congratulations to Senator Obama. He ran a long, tough race against not one but two Clintons. And he has become the first black presidential nominee from a major political party in the United States of America. I'll probably have more to say about Obama's voting record and agenda later. But for now, I wanted to acknowledge his singular accomplishment. I agree with Dick Morris; Obama should not pick Hillary Clinton as his running mate. For one, she's already been VP, and would bring her own agenda to the table--an agenda that would continue to compete with his. Her defiant … [Read more...] about Obama, Clinton, and McCain – A Few Thoughts
Burma Disaster Relief Fund
I got a note from Sovereign Grace Ministries a couple weeks ago: As disaster-relief efforts continue in Burma, Sovereign Grace Ministries has the opportunity to provide assistance through ministry relationships we have in that country. We are establishing a Burma Disaster Relief fund and are contributing financially toward aid efforts in Burma. Any who would like to join us in this effort can donate to the Burma Disaster Relief fund via our website. Most importantly, please join us in praying that amid the destruction caused by Cyclone Nargis, victims of the storm would receive swift and … [Read more...] about Burma Disaster Relief Fund