Dems Can't Win Without Superdelegates

[AlGore-08.com]

Source: Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — Hillary Rodham Clinton won't catch Barack Obama in the race for Democratic delegates chosen in primaries and caucuses, even if she wins every remaining contest. But Obama cannot win the nomination with just his pledged primary and caucus delegates either, according to an analysis by The Associated Press.

That sets the stage for a pitched battle for support among "superdelegates," the party and elected officials who automatically attend the convention and can support whomever they choose.

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Obama has won nominating contests in 27 states and territories, giving him the lead in pledged delegates, 1,360 to 1,220. Even if he wins every remaining pledged delegate — including 33 that haven't been awarded from previous races — he will fall short of the 2,025 needed to secure the Democratic nomination.

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"In a fairly tight race — 35-50 votes — I think superdelegates have got a green light to vote how they want," Parker said. "If Obama's out there at 150, that's a red light, and I don't think the superdelegates have much business subverting the will of voters."

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"Parker" in paragraph #4 above is David Parker, an undecided superdelegate from NC, who says he's been lobbied hard by both campaigns.

[PSPS]

1. If Clinton and Obama don't get together and put this thing to rest pretty soon, hello prez McCrazy.