Are Democrats Divided on Candidates?

Much has been written in the past several months, and several polls have yielded results, showing that if their preferred candidate for the Democratic nomination for President does not win, then they will vote for Republican John McCain.

As a Democrat, if my candidate for the Presidential nomination does not win...
	I support Clinton, if she doesn't win, I will vote for McCain
	I support Obama, if he doesn't win, I will vote for McCain
	I am a Democrat but I don't like Clinton or Obama and I will be voting for McCain
	I will vote for which ever candidate recieves the Democratic nomination.
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Tell Us, What's a Chairperson to do?

In light of differing opinions regarding the proper role on contests within the party:

Do you think local Democratic Officers should publicly show preference to a particular candidate seeking Democratic nomination?
	Yes
	No
	Makes no difference
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Vote for President

If the election for President of the United States was held today, who would you choose?
	Hillary Clinton
	John McCain
	Barack Obama
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Richardson ends campaign

Drew Richardson suspended his campaign for the House of Representatives today. The following statement was released on his website and in an email:

It has been my privilege to be a candidate for the office of U.S. Congress and to seek the Democratic nomination for that office in our district. Nevertheless, it has become obvious to me over the last many weeks that my opponent has won the support of a majority of our party's activists and perhaps had done so prior to my entry into the race.

If I were to continue with my campaign I have concluded, even if I were to be successful, the win could badly divide our party. I personally would be left with, at best, merely having won a short-lived victory only to guarantee sure defeat for the party and myself in November.

For these reasons, as well as to allow my opponent to begin his general election campaign a month or two earlier than he might otherwise have done, I am suspending my campaign for the Democratic nomination effective immediately.

I congratulate the presumptive nominee, Mr. Rasoul, and wish him and his supporters well and good luck over the coming months. Thanks to those who have encouraged me to enter this race, to those who have supported my efforts and particularly to my campaign staff.

Finally, a special thank you to all of you for your past, present and continued participation in the political process.

Best Regards,
Drew

Cross posted at Coarse Cracked Corn.

Another candidate for VA-6?

Janice Lee Allen announced she is running for Congress. Is she a Democrat, an independent, or an April Fool? Read more.

Rockingham Democratic Caucus

Please visit the RCDC website and click on "Call to Caucus" for detailed information.

Both Sam Rasoul and Drew Richardson are seeking delegates, so if you have an interest in being involved in the making of history, please contact the campaign of your favored candidate.

Email: sam@samrasoul.us
Telephone: 540.784.4594

and

Email: info@drewrichardson2008.com
Telephone: (540) 904-1308

Keep it on the high road

We want a spirited contest for the Democratic nomination for House of Representatives. But, we do not need the mudslinging and BS that has been flung far and wide recently - esp. by one of the campaigns. Whoever emerges with the nomination will have a prize worth little if tarnished by lies and distortions leading a divided party.

I'm not sure who started it, but I know some have gone over the line. Judge for yourself: Rick Howell calling Sam Rasoul a "closet Republican." Or Adam Sharp's attacks on Cobalt6. Or, the subtle knife in the back style of the anonymous 81blue (which seems to have gone silent).

Enough already.