Edwards joins presidential race
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I'm so excited to see his cool thumbs up again. he has no chance at the nomination.
By NEDRA PICKLER, Associated Press Writer 19 minutes ago
WASHINGTON - Former Democratic vice presidential nominee
John Edwards is running for president for a second time, his campaign said Wednesday.
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Edwards plans to formally announce his candidacy Thursday from New Orleans' 9th Ward which is hard hit by Hurricane Katrina. But his campaign got a little ahead of itself Wednesday and announced his intentions online.
"Better a day earlier than a day late," said Jennifer Palmieri, Edwards' adviser.
On the eve of his announcement, Edwards visited the site of his announcement Wednesday for a photo opportunity. He did yard work at home Orelia Tyler, 54, whose home was completely gutted by Hurricane Katrina and is close to being rebuilt.
Edwards' announcement was made in the wake of President Gerald Ford's death and after his campaign accidentally launched his campaign Web site a day early, then shut it back down.
The campaign Web site's logo is "John Edward '08" and its slogan is "Tomorrow begins today."
Edwards did not cancel his plans for a formal announcement because of President Ford's death late Tuesday. He issued a statement saying he was deeply saddened by the news and calling Ford a "true leader."
"He called on us to never lose faith that we can change America," Edwards said.
Taking turns with about 30 young people shoveling loads of dirt in Tyler's backyard, Edwards declined to discuss the campaign, focusing instead on the slow recovery in New Orleans, where whole neighborhoods remain a wasteland.
"Anyone who's not concerned with the rate of recovery is not paying attention," said Edwards. He said finger-pointing is part of the problem and he said the student volunteers he worked with provided an example of what can be accomplished through cooperation.
Edwards arrived promptly at 1:30 p.m., clad in jeans and a khaki work shirt. His aides kept more than two-dozen reporters and photographers at bay as he and the students prepared Tyler's yard for landscaping.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20061227/ap_on_el_pr/edwards2008
By NEDRA PICKLER, Associated Press Writer 19 minutes ago
WASHINGTON - Former Democratic vice presidential nominee
John Edwards is running for president for a second time, his campaign said Wednesday.
ADVERTISEMENT
Edwards plans to formally announce his candidacy Thursday from New Orleans' 9th Ward which is hard hit by Hurricane Katrina. But his campaign got a little ahead of itself Wednesday and announced his intentions online.
"Better a day earlier than a day late," said Jennifer Palmieri, Edwards' adviser.
On the eve of his announcement, Edwards visited the site of his announcement Wednesday for a photo opportunity. He did yard work at home Orelia Tyler, 54, whose home was completely gutted by Hurricane Katrina and is close to being rebuilt.
Edwards' announcement was made in the wake of President Gerald Ford's death and after his campaign accidentally launched his campaign Web site a day early, then shut it back down.
The campaign Web site's logo is "John Edward '08" and its slogan is "Tomorrow begins today."
Edwards did not cancel his plans for a formal announcement because of President Ford's death late Tuesday. He issued a statement saying he was deeply saddened by the news and calling Ford a "true leader."
"He called on us to never lose faith that we can change America," Edwards said.
Taking turns with about 30 young people shoveling loads of dirt in Tyler's backyard, Edwards declined to discuss the campaign, focusing instead on the slow recovery in New Orleans, where whole neighborhoods remain a wasteland.
"Anyone who's not concerned with the rate of recovery is not paying attention," said Edwards. He said finger-pointing is part of the problem and he said the student volunteers he worked with provided an example of what can be accomplished through cooperation.
Edwards arrived promptly at 1:30 p.m., clad in jeans and a khaki work shirt. His aides kept more than two-dozen reporters and photographers at bay as he and the students prepared Tyler's yard for landscaping.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20061227/ap_on_el_pr/edwards2008
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~Michael Bolton
he does seem like a very nice guy. and charismatic. I think he would be looking out for americans rather then big business. but we need someone to look out for both. hard to keep the right balance.
you think he can beat obama or hilary?
i don't think enough people would be ready to vote for a female president right now, no matter who it was.
~Michael Bolton
I think Edwards has a chance, a small one, but a chance none-the-less. Back in 04', I had the opportunity to visit with his campain manager, Ed Turlington at Edward's headquaters in Raleigh. He basically explained to my group how it's all about winning the individual primaries. Kind of like a sports season. Right now, it doesn't look like Edwards can win the championship. But if he wins enough individual games, he has a shot of getting there.
He is polling very well in Iowa and South Carolina. If he can build some momentum, you'd be surprised how things could turn out. Not that I want this guy to win, but I do think his heart is in the right place. I may not agree with all his politics, but I do think he is trying to look out for our country and not his own legacy or policital party. He would make a strong running mate for Obama I believe. The only downfall is that both those guys don't have much expereince - but I think our country doesn't care about that right now.
"We also need to show Iraq and the world that we will not stay there forever. We've reached the point where the large number of our troops in Iraq hurts, not helps, our goals. Therefore, early next year, after the Iraqi elections, when a new government has been created, we should begin redeployment of a significant number of troops out of Iraq. This should be the beginning of a gradual process to reduce our presence and change the shape of our military's deployment in Iraq. Most of these troops should come from National Guard or Reserve forces."
In other words, we need to improve our image in Iraq, and not worry about actually doing what the Iraqis want. We don't care what the new Iraqi government says about us staying or leaving...we will leave when WE think it's time.
http://johnedwards.com/news/headlines/wp20051113/
huh? how do you figure that? i think big business is quite capable of looking out for itself.
what are you talking about? you should be praying for her to get nominated. she'd get slaughtered in a general election and you'd be delighted to watch it.
i hope edwards gets it. hillary would be a train wreck. it's too soon for obama i think. not sure why, just is. ill tell you though... an obama/edwards or edwards/obama ticket could be pretty dynamite. imagine the democrats having TWO charismatic and intelligent candidates in one election?
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supported his wife while she battled cancer. the nerve of that guy.
Then he's a great husband. That's great. I don't want him to be my president.
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Great point. The way people go about voting is sad. They look for charisma..."he seems like a nice guy"..."he seems to be a moral man"..."she speaks well". These qualities have nothing to do with actual issues.
Probably true in certain parts of the country.
Obama and Hillary have been pushed to the front by the 'right wing media' as the people to look at, probably because they feel it would be best for them.
the president does not determine policy. congress enacts the laws. when was the last time a president delivered on the majoriy of his campaign promises?
who do you want to be your president? ralph nader?
Huh? I was talking about people voting in general, whether it be for senator, president, or mayor. People look more to personal qualities like charisma than the candidate's stand on important issues.
And the president plays a large role in determining policy, especially foreign policy. Congress passes bills. Bills are not laws until the president ok's them. The only way around that is to override a veto which is very difficult. The president and congress are constantly working together on policy.
Another habit says its long overdue
Another habit like an unwanted friend
I'm so happy with my righteous self
the other foot in the gutter
sweet smell that they adore
I think I'd rather smother
-The Replacements-
fair enough. personally, id rather vote for someone i feel is an honest person who will be open-minded and willing to compromise and act with our best interests in mind than someone who is a narrow-minded ideologue who will not bend on anything becos he's already made up his mind on every issue.
-Big Fish
Not all honest people are open-minded, and not all people who have stances on issues are narrow-minded and unwilling to change their stances in the future.
It's a bit pixelated, but here you go:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5FzCeV0ZFc
...are those who've helped us.
Right 'round the corner could be bigger than ourselves.
You can't tell if it's Howard Dean talking or Hulk Hogan.
no, but i think edwards is one of those who possesses both qualities. he has a sincere dedication to his country and to combatting poverty and i also think he is willing to hear ideas from both sides on what to do about it. i think he's a decent man and one who is willing to hear people out. i dont know all of his stances on minute fringe issues, but i dont care. his heart and his priorities seem to be in the right place, and i like him.
Dave Chappelle did a funny skit about that.