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It's Edwards v. Clinton... Again?

Posted: Tuesday, October 30, 2007 9:40 PM by Chuck Todd

From NBC's Chuck Todd
Edwards seems to be the one looking the opportunities to hit Clinton hard. Obama's hitting her, but not like Edwards. If the NYT interview hadn't happened this weekend with Obama, the spin on this first 40 minutes would be: Edwards stepping up his attempts to create a contrast with Clinton while Obama sits back hoping he benefits from the negative fallout. But because of the hype of the NYT interview, the spin tonight may be, Obama backed down a tad, while Edwards decided to fill the vacuum.

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Hell yea that is exactly what they are going to be saying about Obama.
God help us all if she wins.  
Maybe that's because none of the other candidates are getting any time - AGAIN. These debates and this media coverage has been rigged to present this race as a fundraising duel between Clinton and Obama. It's sickening that the media is choosing the Democratic candidate based upon what they feels has the highest ratings potential. When will this circus end?  
Edwards doesn't seem as articulate as Clinton, Obama, and Biden.
I think the spin will be correct, Edwards is ready to point out the differences, Obama is still waffling about wanting to be in the "middle".  

I like it!!!!  The knives are officially out!
And Edwards counts cause why? The guy's an ambulance chaser like Jeffrey Fieger. They're both toast. Like the hair though......Steve
I don't know if this is the correct venue, however I have a question for the analysts and potentially the candidates if they read this….

Why are the candidates, specifically Edwards when he addressed the democrats and independents in Iowa and other states, not addressing us, the people, as Americans. I am confused by some of their language about republican and democrat – they seem to think that their campaign is only for those citizens who politically ascribe to their general ideologies. Why? Are we not all Americans, I believe that in many ways the American people are more moderate, and if not more open (in general) accepting the best leader for the people – ideally one who represents the ideals and issues that we care about, safety, security and the pursuit of happiness. Don’t tell us who to vote for, i.e. Edwards saying Clinton is best for this, and Obama for something else….tell us why you’re the best for all of us, the American people, not just Democrats or Republicans. As a college senior I am doing my best to get involved in this important election, but I need to know that you’re in the best interest for the people, even if you are from an individual party (democrat or republican).
I agree, John Edwards is playing to the jury tonight.  I like the fact that he is aiming bullets at Hillary but not hurting his postering.  His poise tonight is perfect.  We need to keep this race with three good people until the end.  That is the only way we will have truth and it seems that is what John Edwards is uncovering.  He certainly has the most experience going up against the Doctors, Drug Companies and Insurance fraud.  He is electable.  I really like the fact that he said he was not "pure".  He seems relaxed for the first time and I think that is what will work for him tonight.


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