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May 27, 2007
I wasn't trusting those Iowans much, anyhow
Recent polling, way in advance of the 2008 Iowa caucuses, has revealed frustrating (to me) results among participants from both parties. Among Democrats, John Edwards holds the top spot. On the GOP side, Mitt Romney does. Edwards vs. Romney. Seriously? Is being telegenic the only quality considered out there in Iowa?
This morning, Taegan Goddard points to a New York Times report that suggests it might not matter so much. The rash of primary advancements coupled with early voting dilutes the effect of Iowa's "firstness."
No offense against the Hawkeye State, but at the current rate, this is a good thing.
It's also interesting that the story is based on a leaked Clinton memo, given that Hillary came in third behind Edwards and Obama in the aforementioned poll.
It seems that I will never, ever understand the appeal of that John Edwards. I didn't get it in 2003, and I still don't get it now. Feel free to try and explain it to me. I love to learn.
UPDATE: Counterpoint from the Des Moines Register/Politco.com
Presidential Elections | By joe lance | 11:10 AM