Okay, pretend this was up last week. But I will be doing another one over the weekend…(meaning the newest poll isn’t taken into account)
1) Hynes–Not as strong as one would expect, but still has union and county organizations behind him which is a lot. A bit bland on the campaign trail and a weak defense of his support for the War in Iraq (remember–I had the same position and I found it weak). The top 4 are in a tie in the polls–something a statewide office holder should not be in given right now–name recognition is the name of the game and he and Pappas should have that advantage
2) Obama–Organization, organization, organization. Still has the single largest block of votes. Bright, articulate and excites the base–combining a lot of energy from Deaniacs and the African-American community. By my scorecard best job in the debates.
3) Hull–catching up in name recognition and the cash is still pouring into to tv stations. Ms. ArchPundit thinks the busing seniors to Canada is hysterical and loves it. When Ms. ArchPundit notices such things it is having an effect. She considered voting for a Presidential primary candidate based on his favorite song being Journey. Running a tight campaign that hits old people, downstate and independent Democrats and is canvassing for his ones and twos everywhere–my family is getting calls in Greene County
4) Pappas–good name recognition, but some of the most bizarre statements in a debate since W. Is there a campaign plan or is she just running around like a chicken with her head cut off?
5) Chico–good debate performance and the only one courageous enough to stand up for gay marriage. Good for you. But he still has no strong organizational support and is the crowded out one in a talented field.
6) Skinner–spirited campaign, but the sticking her head next to Howard Dean for a quick picture looked like someone pulling a prank at an amusement park.
7)Washington–Who? What? Where? and above all Why?