Issue of Iraq War May Tip Mass Voters in Favor of Obama: Many Weighing Clinton Stance

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ORCESTER - Elsa Scheie was rushing across campus in blue Chuck Taylor hightops and a red Clark University sweatshirt yesterday to hear Hillary Clinton's speech. When asked if she was a Hillary supporter, she gave a quick and breathless nod. And then a quick clarification.

The 19-year-old psychology and sociology major said she "supports" Clinton - as polls suggest a young woman and registered Democrat probably would - but she is planning to vote for Barack Obama.

"It's the war in Iraq. That is what has me pretty much decided on voting for Obama," she said, walking toward the packed Clark University gymnasium where Clinton delivered a campaign address on the eve of today's Super Tuesday primary vote.

"I like her on healthcare. I will support her if she wins . . . But the war is a major piece of my decision and Obama has been much clearer in his opposition," she said. http://www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2008/02/05/issue_of_war_may_tip_mass_voters_in_favor_of_obama/

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1. I have one son who has been GOP since he turned18 ...lives with his dad

Their entire family, including son, switched to Dem recently in Idaho to vote for Obama. WHY? Sick of the war!

Two years ago, I couldn't even bring up the war or Bush's lies about it. What a switch!

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2. I feel the mojo today, especially with the weather helping

YES, WE CAN!!

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3. Isn't the weather awful?

Coasts look ok, but the middle of the country looks icky.

[Sadie5]

4. Obama fever has struck

and if you think Obama is going to end the war overnight, then think again. His hands will be tied just as Hillary's will be. Mr. corporation can do no more than Hillary can do.

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5. kick