DAVENPORT -- He stood backstage in a black sport coat and blue jeans, a group of middle-aged admirers lined up, waiting for his autograph.
But the group wasn't waiting for presidential candidate John Edwards, who spoke to a full auditorium at Davenport's North High School Monday afternoon. They were there for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame singer/songwriter Jackson Browne, who along with fellow Hall of Famer Bonnie Raitt performed before Mr. Edwards took the stage.
"It was a very warm reception," Mr. Browne said as he signed old vinyl record and compact disc covers. "I can't tell how many have already decided (on Edwards) or are still shopping in Iowa.
"I think there's a great deal of hope in his message," Mr. Browne said. "Because he's going to take the fight to the insurance interests. Because he's willing to say that's what has to change in this country. It gives people hope."
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