Comments on: Who won NH?

By: Who Won NV? | Reflections From a Murky Pond

Who Won NV? | Reflections From a Murky Pond — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 15:23:56 +0000

[...] Clinton and Romney won their respective races. But is this actually the case? As with the previous NH primary, that depends on how you look at the primaries and [...]

By: jonolan

jonolan — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 23:24:30 +0000

I’ve heard Obama’s speeches, read transcripts of his interviews, and reviewed his voting record; none of those support the assertion that he “focuses on racism, civil rights, and immigration.” That fact is part of why Obama is my fall-back candidate! Since I’m essentially a Republican, that’s a HUGE thing in and of itself.

Obama, instead of focusing on racism, civil rights, and immigration, seems to address the underlying economic and social problems that lead to such things. That is a gigantic plus in my books.

Thanks for stopping by, Brianna. Please be assured that you’re always welcome here.

By: Brianna Harris

Brianna Harris — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 23:13:35 +0000

I still think Barack Obama is going to win because he discusses about the same topics and more of them as well. He focuses on racism, civil rights, and immigration. GO OBAMA!!!!

By: jonolan

jonolan — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 15:35:46 +0000

Kim,

Thanks for stopping in! I liked your blog as well and will return – you have been warned! LOL.

It’s going to be a strange race since there are candidates on both sides this time that are actually campaigning to the Independents and moderates. I expect more overlap and competition between Obama and McCain in the future.

Bob,

Firstly, welcome! Yes, it’s a strange time, one that almost inspires hope.

By: Bob Patterson

Bob Patterson — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 09:37:06 +0000

What I find interesting is that the democratic candidate will either be a woman or black. Were it not for my cynicism it would almost give me hope.

By: Kim

Kim — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:00:38 +0000

Hello Jonolan,

Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment. Your break down of delegates points out that the percentage or popular vote shouldn’t be used to determine who has “won” a state. Obama’s camp clearly felt as if they had NH in the bag and are probably still trying to figure out what went wrong. I think your statement in your reply to Ben and in2thefray is dead on, McCain was able to work those Independent votes and as a result Clinton “won” the primary.

By: jonolan

jonolan — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:30:48 +0000

Hello, Bill – welcome to Reflections From A Murky Pond.

Will who gets elected matter? I’d have to that it does matter, since that President will be setting national policy and being the “face person” for the US.

You’re right though in thinking that the President doesn’t have as much power as the masses seem to think. It’s very true that Congress has a lot to do with how the country is run. No matter who wins the 2008 Presidential elections, the upcoming Congressional elections are equally as important.

By: bill brady

bill brady — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 23:26:38 +0000

will it matter who wins, if congress is lame? i used to think that way until bush was elected and destroyed our army are country our reputation or childrens future.

By: jonolan

jonolan — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 20:23:44 +0000

Ben & in2thefray,

Thank you! I tried to compile everything in a readable format and am glad it’s useful.

It is somewhat strange that McCain was actually competing against Obama at least as must as he was vs. Romney. I wonder if McCain’s success had any negative impact on Obama in NH, or if those independents would have chosen the Republic primary anyway.

By: in2thefray

in2thefray — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 20:06:34 +0000

“John McCain actually did win the 2008 NH Republican Primary in all practical ways.” Except that he was voted for by predominantly non Republicans. I do concur though tnice rap up.