Boston’s Joan Vennochi’s article “How to play political hardball, Clinton style” featured in today’s Austin American Statesman begs the question, who will get Senator Clintons female supporters? Vennochi’s commentary opens with the acrimonious question, do Hillary’s supporters stay with their party and “the candidate who reminds them of every man who got the raise and promotion before they did?” or should they change sides and vote for McCain who “reminds them of the dad with whom they disagree but respect?”
Vennochi suggests that the best way for Obama to garner Clinton supporters is to include Hillary on the Democratic ticket as the V.P. with the thought that Clinton supporters would automatically follow suit. Also suggesting that some supporters may follow McCain due to their dislike of Obama.
Another means of attracting followers is flattery. The article flatly accuses both McCain and Obama of sycophancy. Since Hillary’s withdrawal both senators have lavished her with praise for making history, being a strong leader and an inspiration to all women.
According to the author this is how Hillary is going to not only keep her followers, but also, stay in the race. Not for president, but for vice president. Hillary will use her vast following and similar ideals on healthcare, the war and taxes to make herself Obama’s running mate come this fall.
Now I know Hillary is a bright woman and I like her ideas on healthcare, but I can’t believe that Hillary is in her right mind to think that after all is said and done, that Obama would even seriously consider that proposal.
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