The latest numbers are up on Campaign Diaries. Obama's lead over Clinton among the pledged delegates has grown to 162 (1415.5 to 1253.5). I don't see any way Clinton can overcome that. And I still find it weird that people seriously discuss the idea that the superdelegates might support the candidate who doesn't lead in pledged delegates. The race remains close to a lock for Obama. Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Kentucky can't change that. Perhaps the Clintons themselves can do something to destroy him - but I don't see how that wouldn't destroy her chances in November (and both of their reputations in the party). But short of "dead girl, live boy" revelation, Obama's a very heavy favorite to win the Democratic nomination. Given that fact I find it odd so many superdelegates are remaining on the sidelines. But then politicians are often followers, not leaders.
Posted by armand at April 1, 2008 11:20 AM | TrackBack | Posted to Politics