Politics, Culture, and Other Wastes of Time

Tuesday, May 13, 2008
3:54:00 AM EDT


For starters, let me say two things. One is that insomnia stinks, but I decided to make the most of being up at 4 a.m., by posting coverage of today's West Virginia Democratic Primary.
Second, I tried to get a springtime shot of Babcock State Park (seen here), which is near Beckley, WVa., but there were many complications.
When gas prices were cheaper some 10-15 years ago, I would drive from my hometown of Roanoke, Va., to this Babcock, which is 90 miles away,  just to take photographs. It has to be one of the most splendid natural state parks in our region.

Here is what some of the potential voters are saying about the candidates:

Jamie Seareant, a former construction worker, of Grafton told "The Times-West Virginian" (Fairmont, WVa) after hearing Hillary Clinton speak:

"I had to take a lower-paying job because I couldn't afford the high gas price and to get (health) benefits."

Ann Landers (yes, that's her real name) of New Martinsville told "The Herald-Dispatch" (Huntington) the following after hearing Barack Obama speak in the state capital of Charleston:

"I think he can really make a difference in this country....We don't need any more Clintons of Bushes."

Jeff Brewer of Pineville told "The Register-Herald" (Beckley) the following after hearing Hillary speak at a campaign rally:

"I was impressed that she knew so much knowledge of the local issues."

And, finally, Mary Bell, a retired lawyer from Shepherdstown, told "The Washington Post" the following in regard for her support of Hillary who is expected to win West Virginia today:

"Obama might not be tough enough for this job, and she's proving she's a fighter. It's the little things, like getting out on the street and showing support, that can help you win this campaign one day at a time."

Useful Links:

http://www.washingtonpost.com

http://www.register-herald.com

http://herald-dispatch.com

http://www.timeswv.com







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