Tuesday, June 03, 2008

Clinton defiant !?

Finally the democratic primaries have come to an end. Just a few hours ago, Obama jumped over the magic number 2,118 to clinch the nomination.

A couple of minutes ago Hillary Clinton wrapped up her speech in New York. A much touted concession speech fell much short of the mark.

I did not believe she would concede defeat. Why should she ? She has more votes than Obama eventhough the wise superdelegates decided to go with Obama.

As I write this I am listening to Obama's speech from Minesotta. He just mentioned Bill Clinton's name, the second flattering remark about the former president in his speech. How unfortunate that he would not talk about the Clinton years during the primaries. This new found love for the 2 terms of democratic rule from the White House sounds puzzling yet interesting.

Hillary in her speech very clearly said, she will decide her future course of action keeping in mind the best interest of the party and the country. That is perhaps the best option she had and the best half concession she could have announced today. Nothing more, nothing less.

Calling this an act of defiance is nonsense. The MSM's love for the Obama phenomenon is unbelievable. They find fault with Hillary for not extending a bunch of flowers to Obama and begging for his acceptance. They forget that Clinton is no push over. She has a large following and a strong base in the party, spin it which way you want. Her supporters outnumber Obama's and he better take good note of it.

Any apparent slight towards Hillary or her supporters would cost Obama dearly.

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