"These are people who are trying to make a living. I understand they broke the law. But let me tell you something: if the minimum wage in Canada was $100 an hour ..."
-Barack Obama on Illegal Immigrants
The Democratic race seems to be heating up considerably. Sen. Barack Obama has taken a lead over Sen. Hillary Clinton and John Edwards in a recent Iowa poll leading up to the Iowa Caucuses, which will be held on January 3rd. Polls have Obama 30%; Clinton 26%. Hillary seems to be feeling the pressure. This week she attacked his experience, saying the presidency is not a job where we can afford on the job training. The voters in Iowa seem to be thinking differently. They seem to want fresh leadership instead of the same ol' Washington experience. Another twist that may be worrying Hillary is the just revealed fact that Oprah Winfrey will be campaigning in Iowa for Obama. This is big because Oprah may sway the minds of some of her fans that may have previously supported Clinton, the female vote in particular.
The Iowa Primary is so important for Obama because he still trails Clinton in national polls. History has shown that a win in the Iowa primary can totally change your fortunes. Many of the following states may follow suit and vote similarly. Voters tend to not want to vote for a candidate that they don't see as having a chance to win.
Lets face it... America loves a winner!
photo courtesy of Callie Shell
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