| reverie said: What I find strange is how this whole nomination process depends on mass media. I mean Iowa and New Hampshire have no real power, they represent just 2 % of the US population, together. In a Democracy their voice should not matter this much. Only because mass media say that it matters it matters. Objectively, Super Tuesday should be the important day, when states representing almost 50 % of the US population vote for their candidates. Yet mass media could pronounce Clinton's campaign dead tomorrow if she doesn't win New Hampshire. |
While I am journalist and I agree to a point, the fact is the message is what's affecting voters. Obama's message of change is inspiring, and he is pushing folks to take active roles in government. He is urging the common folk to be a part of the process. Edwards is touting change, but is focusing on special interest groups and lobbyist. Paul's message of change also mirrors Obama's message as well.
As much as I love Bill Clinton, Hillary's message is 'I-I-I' - I will bring change, I will fight big business - like she's Super Girl or Wonder Woman. Obama is inspiring folks across racial and gender lines because he is including EVERY U.S. citizen in the process - 'We can be agents of change!'
Even though I still want Richardson to win, Obama is inspiring folks to a point politically I have never, in my 30-some odd years, ever seen. Folks are comparing him to the Kennedy's, and that's a very high compliment.
The other thing to consider is the funds the candidates have. Some of the best ones lack money and really, it is a marathon of sorts. The person with the most money has the best chance to go the distance.
