DC Media Firm Says Hillary Is VP

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Title: DC Media Firm Says Hillary Is VP

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Dianne Haskett, Executive Director of Washington Contact, is available for media interviews to discuss her treatise of eight reasons Obama is choosing Hillary Clinton as his vice presidential running mate.




Here is the most interesting reason I saw on the list. Something I had not thought about before:

"2. Obama is choosing the Illinois State Capitol from which to announce due to the connection to the state for both of them-Hillary is from Illinois and it is Obama’s adoptive state. Obama hopes this will reinforce a connection for the Democratic ticket to America’s heartland of which Illinois is a part."


If you want to read the other 7 reasons listed here is the link:



http://blastmagazine.com/the-magazine/culturefashion/2008/08/dc-media-firm-says-hillary/




I personally do NOT believe it is a given that Hillary will be VP. I think Biden (who will make an excellent VP) is a much more likely choice.

I will be happy with the VP pick as long as it isn't a republican, Nunn, Kaine, or Bayh. Still, even if it IS a republican, Nunn, Kaine or Bayh I will do everything I can to support that ticket.

I just happened to find this article interesting. I hope you enjoy.

[Qutzupalotl]

1. Clark was born in Chicago.

[Ava]

3. obama also mentioned bosnia in the faith forum, which immediately made me think of clark

also, "Wednesday, August 27–Securing America's Future & the Vice Presidential Acceptance Speech"

Wes Clark's website slogan - WesPAC: Securing America's Future

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12. Clark has a lot going for him

I agree with that, and it has been played well so that if he is choosen then we are all going to be shocked. Which is a good thing.

[Ava]

15. 2008 is my first time voting, and nothing would make me happier than an obama/clark ticket

i wouldn't at all mind an obama/clinton ticket though. i've been an obama supporter in the primary, but i always looked up to senator clinton and as a feminist and a young woman i certainly appreciate the brush she's cleared for us ladies.

[musicblind]

21. thank you, and I wouldn't mind at all an Obama/Clark ticket

I think it is wonderful this is your first time voting! Did you just turn 18?

It is wonderful to have so many new and young voters this year that are excited. I myself am fairly new to the election process at only 25.

Still I think this year is going to energize so many people and help us rack up even more registered democrats! :)

[Ava]

23. i turn 18 in october, just in time to vote

i've been following elections since i was 10(the 2000 election).. i remember reading up on the electoral college in the 4th grade, lol. needless to say, i'm ecstatic to be able to vote this time around!

[musicblind]

36. Well I am GLAD you're on our team then!

Go Obama/whoever in 2008!

I hope it's Hillary
and you hope it's Clark

but in the end both will be great choices and Obama is a smart politician.

I cannot WAIT for Republican rule to end!

[Greyskye]

24. Still dreaming of an Obama/Clark ticket myself

Keeping my fingers crossed...

[Clark2008]

4. Thank you... beat me to it.

And Clark's father was a Democratic politician, while Hillary's was a conservative Republican.

[Ichingcarpenter]

6. I had Chicago style Pizza last night

Plus I've been through Chicago O'Hare airport about 4 times

[Qutzupalotl]

7. Don't give it away!

I've just finished putting the Obama/Ichingcarpenter logo on the plane, sir.

[Ichingcarpenter]

11. 25 Or 6 To 4

Staring blindly into space
Getting up to splash my face
Wanting just to stay awake
Wondering how much I can take
Should I try to do some more
25 or 6 to 4

Feeling like I ought to sleep
Spinning room is sinking deep
Searching for something to say
Waiting for the break of day
25 or 6 to 4

Chicago

[musicblind]

13. lol

;)

[musicblind]

10. Oh that is a very good point. I had no idea.

Thank you for letting me know. I think that also gives a boost for Clark's chances as well. Clark would make a good VP choice too.

[SoxFan]

28. I saw a game at Wrigley and changed planes at MDW

WHOOO_HOOO! I'm on the ticket!

[MrModerate]

2. While I think it might be a dream team . . .

And I don't buy all the "how would Hillary survive being second fiddle and what do we do with Bill?" talk . . . I neverthless don't think this is in the stars.

I think it'll be Kaine, and while he's stronger than I thought a few weeks ago (his Sunday appearance was pretty darn good), I'm not exactly doing handstands.

And Bayh bores me. But maybe that's *just* me. I like Biden -- always have -- but he comes with almost as much baggage as Clinton.

[musicblind]

17. I think you are right about Kaine

he is probably the most likely pick. However, he is against Civil Unions which makes me sad.

If I had to bet money I'd put it on Kaine... I wish we could have Hillary, or Biden, or Clark, or Kerry, or Dodd, or Gore, or SOMEONE besides Bayh, Kaine, Nunn and their crowd :(

[JackORoses]

5. Wrong!!!! Obama chose Springfield because that is the same spot he announced his Candidacy from

this is nothing but more Lil' Hilly pushers on this
this day of days

The morning cannot come soon enough.

[musicblind]

8. Wow, you're a jerk in every thread you post in

I am well aware that Obama's campaign started in Springfield. However the calm and nice responses by the Clark supporters up thread made a much better counter argument.

If he decided to do it from his home state it would make sense to do a clever tie in such as the Hillary or Clark tie in.

calling me a "lil hilly" pusher proves you know nothing about my agenda on this board.

Did you not see my thread pointing out why Obama was going to win NC? or did you not see my 400 post thread touting Civil Unions? Or my thread supporting a special day for everyone to donate to Obama at one time (first day of the republican convention was suggested) to make a big news splash.

It looks like you are so full of dislike for Clinton that you assume only anti Obama supporters think Clinton would make a decent choice for VP.

All you ever do on this board is spread hate. You should make more upbeat and positive posts about our candidate.

As my mother used to tell me: "You win more flies with honey than vinegar."

[JackORoses]

14. so you do want her as VP?

I'll pass on the flies.

[musicblind]

19. She is in my top three favorites for VP. Hillary, Biden, and Kerry

other good choices would be Clark, Richards, Sibelius, and Dodd

Gore would be the best choice period, but he is not an option.

The only ones I flat out do not want are Bayh, Kaine, and Nunn (or a republican period)

but I will support whatever.

Still, yes I'd love Hillary for VP she'd make a great vice president and would help Obama in the polls. Anyone who thinks otherwise is being disingenuous.

and of course you would pass on the flies... you aren't interested in garnering extra votes for Obama as most of your posts are rarely ever positive.

[JackORoses]

22. so you will support whoever. why try to push Hillary then? Obama has already made his decision.

[musicblind]

25. I am trying to promote the people who I feel would best help the ticket

I will support whoever but I feel that Hillary, Biden, or Kerry would be better for the ticket than say Kaine or Bayh or Nunn. Therefore I would like to discuss these people. Since Obama does NOT read DU it has no bearing on Obama or his decision.

It only serves to discuss an interesting article I found that I feel might have a clue as to who the VP choice could be.

You seem paranoid or something?


You seem as though you think there are only two people... those who support Obama and those who support Hillary for VP.

That is not the case. I think Hillary would help Obama. You think she wouldn't. You have every right to say that you think she wouldn't, but you should not do so in such an obnoxious way. You should not say things like WRONG!!! You should say, "Well, it could simply be because Obama started his campaign in Springfield but we shall see."

The second option gets across the same valid idea without being mean and vindictive about it.

There is nothing wrong with WHAT you say in your posts, just how you say them that comes off as hurtful to others and I think you MEAN for it to be hurtful to others.

If all I did was sit around and make pro Hillary posts all day then that would be different, but given my track record I think I deserve to make this thread without being jumped on.

Jumping on fellow Obama supporters does nothing to help us. However, saying that you think there are better choices than Hillary is constructive because you firmly believe it. Just like me saying that I think Hillary is a good choice is also constructive because I firmly believe it.

[JackORoses]

26. i just don't understand what the point is if he's already made his decision?

what do you hope to accomplish?

and it's especially odd considering the coordinated effort taking place here today.

[musicblind]

32. I don't hope to accomplish anything. Why do you seem paranoid that people are always on a mission to

undermined what you want. It has been the topic of the day, I enjoyed discussing it, and other VP topics. I saw this article, and decided it would be fun to talk about.

I am not on a mission to do anything but help Obama win.

He does not read these boards, I doubt any high level adviser of his reads these boards. Some people who help him campaign MAYBE... but that is it.

No one is going to accomplish squat on these boards. not me. not you. they are designed for discussion, and for fun. That is all.

I promise, I respect your opinion as much as you do mine. You make valid points as well. I just look to discuss this topic, because I find it fascinating. Politics in general is fascinating.

I am fascinated (in a positive way) that Dole is tied against her democratic challenger here in NC as well.

[musicblind]

33. I don't hope to accomplish anything. Why do you seem paranoid that people are always on a mission to

undermined what you want. It has been the topic of the day, I enjoyed discussing it, and other VP topics. I saw this article, and decided it would be fun to talk about.

I am not on a mission to do anything but help Obama win.

He does not read these boards, I doubt any high level adviser of his reads these boards. Some people who help him campaign MAYBE... but that is it.

No one is going to accomplish squat on these boards. not me. not you. they are designed for discussion, and for fun. That is all.

I promise, I respect your opinion as much as you do mine. You make valid points as well. I just look to discuss this topic, because I find it fascinating. Politics in general is fascinating.

I am fascinated (in a positive way) that Dole is tied against her democratic challenger here in NC as well.

[Beacool]

31. I wish I could K&R your post!!!!

Very well said!!!

:thumbsup:

[Cha]

18. Yeah, they may be reading too much

into that Springfield, Illinois announcement place.

Obama has two home States ..Illinois and Hawai'i.

[maui9002]

9. Point #7 (if I understand it correctly)

is not accurate; wasn't Geraldine Ferraro the first female VP candidate? I may be reading the point incorrectly; perhaps she meant it would be the first combined ticket of an African American and a woman on the ticket?

[Motown_Johnny]

16. Repugs building hope for Hillary supporters, just to they will be hurt again when it isn't her

[Lucinda]

20. Dianne Haskett appears to be a Canadian who has done some work for Elizabeth Dole

after moving to DC.

She's hopping on the Veep hysteria to get some attention for her consulting business. Looks like it worked.

[1Hippiechick]

27. Are you participating in the contest to see how many times Hillary's name can be posted today?

Didn't you post earlier that you guaranteed that NC would vote for Obama? Not w/Hillary on the ticket. Which is it?

[musicblind]

34. I still guarantee Obama will win NC. Why in the hell do all these people think that

anyone who thinks Hillary as a VP is a good idea instantly thinks she is the ONLY VP Obama could pick and thinks that those people are not 100% behind Obama and will work their asses off for him to win no matter what.

For your information I also like Biden for VP, and Kerry for VP.

I don't think that not picking Hillary for VP means we lose. It might be a little harder but we will win either way.

I get sick of people treating those who respect Hillary any different than those who respect Clark, Richardson or anyone else.

How could you read my post and think that I claim having Hillary for VP is a requirement for ANYTHING. Why must you demonize Hillary and her supporters?

Why is it a "which is it" ???

Why can't it be BOTH? Why can't I think Hillary makes a good VP and think Obama is sure to win in NC no matter what.

How do those two ideas conflict with each other?

This is the problem with this board. They think anyone who likes Hillary is a part of PUMA or operation Chaos. Though don't understand that MANY enthusiastic Obama supporters in the real world love Hillary too!

I also love Edwards (STILL DESPITE ALL OF HIS SCANDAL). Does love Edwards mean I can't love Obama and think he's great?

Where does this hate for anyone who says "Hillary for VP might be a good idea" come from?

I even said in my OP that Biden would ALSO be a good choice for VP. And had a discussion in this thread with another supporter about how Clark would make a good VP. Why oh why does my advocation of Hillary as a good VP have anything to do with whether I think Obama is going to win in NC? OR win in the GE?

[Bucky]

29. in 48 hours we can categorically rule on how full of shit Washington Contact, LLP is

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35. That may very well be the case n/t

[saltpoint]

30. Still possible but IMO unlikely.

She comes with way too many asterisks.

[StevieM]

37. I would love for him to pick Hillary, but I think it is very unlikely. I just hope he realizes how

problematic it would be if he picked a running-mate who isn't pro-choice.

Steve