Democratic co-frontrunner Senator Hillary Clinton of New York was in Junction City, Oregon, a state in which co-frontrunner Senator Barack Obama of Illinois holds a lead over her. After May 6, Clinton’s campaign had suffered a major blow. Clinton barely defeated Obama in Indiana by two points. Clinton was handed a crushing defeat in North Carolina.
Only a few days ago, Obama received two strong endorsements. That would also signal the condition of Clinton’s campaign. On the same day, Obama received endorsements from John Edwards and NARAL Pro-Choice America. Clinton has been courting Edwards for his endorsement.
John Edwards is a former Senator of North Carolina. He is also a two-time former Democratic presidential hopeful. Edwards ran against Democratic Senator John Kerry of Massachusetts back in 2004. He lost and ended up as Kerry’s VP running mate. Edwards ran again for the 2008 elections. Edwards dropped out of the race before the Super Tuesday contests on February 5. New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson dropped out of the race after New Hampshire’s primary. Also, Richardson endorsed Obama.
NARAL Pro-choice American is one of the major pro-choice rights groups. It has been a very strong supporter of Clinton. However, it was Obama who received the endorsement. This is mainly because many felt that Obama would end up as the Democratic nominee. But, Obama said that the race is not over yet.
Earlier today in Oregon, Clinton said that she still holds the popular vote over Obama. However, that is up for question. But, Obama leads Clinton in the delegate count. While many question that statement, Clinton continues to insist that she has the popular vote. This has been her argument to the remaining superdelegates. Obama’s argument to the superdelegates is that they should back the candidate with the most pledged delegates.
Back in mid-April, a Washington Post/ABC News poll conducted revealed that about 39 percent of Americans thought Clinton to be honest. Many Democrats according to the poll have felt that Clinton is no longer trustworthy.
While Clinton insists she still holds the popular vote; that aspect is still up for debate.