Say what?
The morning after regaining some political momentum by winning three of four primaries (after losing 12 in a row), the former first lady happened to mention on some early news shows the possibility of her and Sen. Barack Obama forming a joint ticket to face the new Republican nominee, Sen. John McCain.
Clinton went on some morning news programs, according to the Associated Press, and appeared to raise the possibility of a Clinton-Obama or Obama-Clinton ticket.
“That may be where this is headed,” she said, “but, of course, we have to decide who is on the top of ticket. I think the people of Ohio very clearly said that it should be me.”
Democratic wet dreamz…
That ticket really could change the world. A black dude and a white chick? Sign me up for 16 years of Dems in da White House.
TAGS: Barack Obama, John McCain, joint ticket, mccain, obama, Ohio, political
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March 5th, 2008 at 5:45 pm
Yup. I think Clinton is way more open to this idea than Obama though… Let’s hope she isn’t just talking shit. It would definitely give Obama the experience he is said to lack. Total Dynasty Ticket. I’d love to be 44 before facing a Republican President again.
March 5th, 2008 at 9:48 pm
I saw the clip, it didn’t sound to me like she was talking about a possible Obama-Clinton. She is talking Clinton-Obama. All signs are pointing to a Fla revote (which there needs to be). McCain’s boy Gov. Crist is already calling for it. She thinks she is going to win this thing. She might have to use super delegates, but if she wins Penn and a FLA revote, the Supers will go with her. The problem for her is that Obama was the front runner for such a long time, that his supporters got their hopes up. She needs Obama supporters to beat McCain. Obama has brought enormous numbers of new voters into the fold. She has used race, religion, and fear as part of her strategy to defeat him. She has offended people that she will need if she wins. Last night changed this entire thing, it will be interesting to see how the media plays this thing. Hillary now has a better case then ever before. How will Obama act next time he is attacked? Can’t wait for the next debate.
March 6th, 2008 at 2:45 am
I agree with Geoff…I think she meant Clinton-Obama, not Obama-Clinton. Frankly, I’m not even sure that the two of them could bridge their differences on health care. Would she go for VP if it meant supporting a plan that she’s repeatedly said would leave out millions? It’d take a lot of work to get them on the same ticket, especially if he’s in the presidential slot.
Having said that, I totally disagree on a Florida and/or Michigan revote. It’s over and done with. They shouldn’t have moved up their primaries. I’ve heard the disenfranchised voter argument and I’m just not convinced. Florida already lost a court battle to try to get the DNC’s ruling overturned. If you go the route of another vote in FL and MI, you’ll be opening up a huge can of worms that will most assuredly divide the party. Forget Obama-Clinton or Clinton-Obama if that happens. Sit back and get ready for at least 4 years of McCain.
March 6th, 2008 at 5:38 pm
I think Hillary was just re-setting the tone, from 3am bitch to “sure Obama can be my VP.” Obama’s going to be forced to attack now and damage his clean image. And I agree that Hillary won’t take a VP nod—she already was a de facto Veep for 8 years. But Obama would HAVE to consider being on her ticket. Would he rather go back to the Senate or be Goracle 2? At 46, he’d be dumb not to…
It looks like both FL and MI will re-vote. Dean is open to it, and Crist and Grahnholm are pushing for it. Clinton’s argument that she won all the major states is legit, and she wants those delegates. Obama’s camp is open to it too, “If we can fit it in.” Florida would be a fun one. Tight.
I’m in the minority here, but I think McCain’s gonna sink fast. His whole campaign is hinged on stability in Iraq. But Iraqis aren’t going ignore the race. You think Moqtada isn’t going to make a power play before November? If violence increases—and I say an uptick could come as early spring fighting season—McCain’s Surge high ground vanishes. With the economy in shambles, and the GOP to blame, McCain’s nothing. Plus he’s crazy. And 72.
March 6th, 2008 at 6:00 pm
Oh, and one more reason why I think McCain’s Iraq goose is cooked: They Iraqi parliament canceled provincial elections last week. When the last elections were held, Anbar and other Sunni areas either boycotted or the violence was so high that turnout was low. Thus the Sunnis are underrepresented in Baghdad. We just armed 80,000 Sunnis outside Iraqi government control. Those “Awakening Councils” are demanding a vote, as are the Sadrists. Violence may be the only way to force a vote. (I think the Shiite-led Iraqi government might try and push the elections off until after November.)
March 7th, 2008 at 1:30 am
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March 7th, 2008 at 2:36 pm
Violence increased 33% in Iraq last month, reversing the Surge’s six months of success. If the Surge’s gains continue eroding, all the Dems have to say is, “Yeah, McCain, you were for the Surge. But it worked for a few months. Big deal. Now what?”