2008 Presidential Race

[chromodynamics]

On the Democratic side:
Hillary wins Nevada, with 51% to Obama's 45% and Edwards's 4%.

More pundits are discussing Edwards roles as a possible kingmaker. However, after the showing in Nevada, where he had hoped to do well because of union support, and his low numbers in South Carolina (he is in the mid-teens), I'm starting to wonder if Edwards will be able to find enough funding to continue through to the end.

On the Republican side:
McCain wins South Carolina, with 33% to Huck's 30%, Thompson's 16% and Romney's 15%.

Romney wins Nevada, with 51% to Paul's 14% (!), McCain's 13%, Huck's 8%.

And the chaos continues.

Comments

[sundancekid.livejournal.com]

14% for Ron Paul? *cries*

[chromodynamics.livejournal.com]

As C pointed out, I think he is going to do well out West as he will be supported by many libertarians, and since he has been doing moderately well in raising money he may make it all the way to the show.

[misscake]

I'm starting to wonder if Edwards will be able to find enough funding to continue through to the end.

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But even if he doesn't, he'll still be able to influence where his already committed delegates end up. Or negotiate for a running mate postion.

And yeah, what's with the 14% for Paul in Nevada? Is it because he was the only one other than Romney to campaign there?

[chromodynamics.livejournal.com]

Yes, he will, though really to this point he doesn't have many delegates (none of them do), only 52. He may have more if he makes it through Feb. 5th, if he can make it that long.

As above, C pointed out that he has stronger support among libertarians, who are themselves more prevalent out West.

Dig the icon!

[if0x.livejournal.com]

I'd like to see Hillary win - although that is from the relatively ignorant position of a Brit who's been spared any and all campaigning...

[chromodynamics.livejournal.com]

I must admit that my deepest wish is to see Hillary win, but for Obama to take the VP slot. She can do 8, and then he can do 8!