tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post3976157558834837636..comments2023-11-02T05:00:36.315-04:00Comments on Democratic Convention Watch: Iowa County Convention ResultsMatthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02126730290750804530noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-9550062089346842242008-03-17T23:59:00.000-04:002008-03-17T23:59:00.000-04:00Thanks, Matt!Thanks, Matt!KCinDChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07153981202251819626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-55267044828254232002008-03-17T22:08:00.000-04:002008-03-17T22:08:00.000-04:00KCinDC - Done. Thanks for the suggestion.KCinDC - Done. Thanks for the suggestion.Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02126730290750804530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-20572918007971482212008-03-17T22:03:00.000-04:002008-03-17T22:03:00.000-04:00Great work here on this site!Will other states hav...Great work here on this site!<BR/><BR/>Will other states have their initial caucus results subject to revision as happened with Iowa?<BR/><BR/>Might be neat on the state-by-state table to see upcoming dates, indicating either next step in caucus process -- or (like Calif) final count due.<BR/><BR/>Thanks again!Dorianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13593860384754349051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-41148209807349212612008-03-17T14:07:00.000-04:002008-03-17T14:07:00.000-04:00Thanks, Oreo. I appreciate all your work.Speaking ...Thanks, Oreo. I appreciate all your work.<BR/><BR/>Speaking of the sidebar tables, it would be nice if the "superdelegates by position" table included a column for undeclared (or total, I suppose).KCinDChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07153981202251819626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-20322162577236536812008-03-17T13:50:00.000-04:002008-03-17T13:50:00.000-04:00KC... sorry I forgot to update the date for the la...KC... sorry I forgot to update the date for the last tracker.<BR/><BR/>Bear with us everybody. We're trying to update all of our trackers with the changes we found out about today.Oreohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12605488381872007551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-2615253684017133382008-03-17T13:43:00.000-04:002008-03-17T13:43:00.000-04:00The sidebar results with MI and FL say they were l...The sidebar results with MI and FL say they were last updated 3/14, and Clinton is only 1 ahead. Does that mean that if they're updated to today, like the other sidebar tables, Obama will actually be ahead even with the ridiculous counting of Clinton's MI delegates and assigning none of the uncommitted to Obama?<BR/><BR/>Seems like that would be a significant milestone that might rate a post.KCinDChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07153981202251819626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-38189136900535397122008-03-17T12:04:00.000-04:002008-03-17T12:04:00.000-04:00The HRC supporters at the Polk Co. covention were ...The HRC supporters at the Polk Co. covention were incredibly rude--it's no wonder they didn't gain extra delegates here. When Obama's surrogate, Tom Miller was speaking, their group was disrespectful and classless, waving their signs high up in the air the entire time. When Tom Vilsack spoke on HRC's behalf, the whole crowd peppered his speech with applause,not to mention many stood when he approached the stage.<BR/>Results: 186 Obama; 106 HRC; 66 JeOceanDoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09389434360796033565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-72620881333731330562008-03-17T00:31:00.000-04:002008-03-17T00:31:00.000-04:00ShirlYou should take a picture of it and post it o...Shirl<BR/><BR/>You should take a picture of it and post it on the blog on Obama's website.Independent Voterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17891665063532900974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-88860206952628463052008-03-16T22:03:00.000-04:002008-03-16T22:03:00.000-04:00No, it's the expression of a wise farmer. From th...No, it's the expression of a wise farmer. From the casino head east on 30, you'll see it.<BR/><BR/>I'm not sure, have not heard, of the Mesquaki nation supporting anyone.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-47140342087539689862008-03-16T21:54:00.000-04:002008-03-16T21:54:00.000-04:00Shirl,Is that sign on Settlement land? Is it a re...Shirl,<BR/><BR/>Is that sign on Settlement land? Is it a reflection of Native Americans?<BR/><BR/>As to <BR/>Brian,<BR/><BR/>Clinton campaign blowing large advantages--check out Marshall Co. Iowa--county seat and only urban center, Marshalltown, where 1 in 5 are Latino turned a 9.5HC 9.5JE 12BO delegate count to a 8HC 24BO count after county conventions. That's what I would call a missed opportunity.<BR/><BR/>What we have seen in Iowa this weekend, in the midst of tremendous media coverage of the Rev. Wright sermons...I've changed my mind...re-vote in MI/FL?...why not!!sunkissedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09051734468335792510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-12323442471569885722008-03-16T20:45:00.000-04:002008-03-16T20:45:00.000-04:00We should be glad they don't have a clue. She will...We should be glad they don't have a clue. She will hang herself.<BR/><BR/>There is a big old barn over by Tama that has "HILLARY STAY HOME"<BR/>painted on it, been that way for years. I do wish she could see it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-68813405019259685872008-03-16T19:13:00.000-04:002008-03-16T19:13:00.000-04:00Clinton has been out organized once again. In the ...Clinton has been out organized once again. In the Iowa 4th district Obama 56.05% Clinton 33.78% Edwards 10.15% not meeting the 15% viability. At districts in April Obama should pick-up more delegates.Back in December it was reported that the Clinton campaign had purchased a truck load of snow shovels in case their supporters were snowed in. Memo to Clinton campaign Iowans already have snow shovels. These people do not have a clue. It is little wonder they have blown a large advantage in the polls and early fundraising.Brianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07922801563678689174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-68966080079052598872008-03-16T13:06:00.000-04:002008-03-16T13:06:00.000-04:00I think you guys should just maintain your own ple...I think you guys should just maintain your own pledged delegate count (as you do for Supers) rather than wait for AP (or another mainstream news source) to update their tallies. DemConWatch always seems to be well ahead of the curve, so why not flaunt it?JayZedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14306089220844895011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-29584980684384545842008-03-16T12:02:00.000-04:002008-03-16T12:02:00.000-04:00Here is a link to an AP article that confirms the ...Here is a link to an AP article that confirms the updated Iowa numbers are:<BR/>Obama 25<BR/>Clinton 14<BR/>Edwards 6<BR/><BR/>http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/03/16/AR2008031600595_pf.html<BR/><BR/>I understand that you may want to wait to see thier tallies updated but the update now seems certain.<BR/><BR/>Here is the link to the DesMoines Register that says the same thing:<BR/> http://www.desmoinesregister.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080316/NEWS09/803160343<BR/>Thanks again for all the hard work!Robert in MNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01782674157462914584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-88612752000520612122008-03-16T05:12:00.000-04:002008-03-16T05:12:00.000-04:00Dear Matt and Group --THANK YOU for your diligence...Dear Matt and Group --<BR/><BR/>THANK YOU for your diligence and accuracy. <BR/><BR/>It's a lot of work and I just wanted you to know that this reader REALLY appreciates it!<BR/><BR/>JessicaDocJesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11671370085437127234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-54373084987099088232008-03-16T03:42:00.000-04:002008-03-16T03:42:00.000-04:00If AP isn't going to update their numbers, I think...If AP isn't going to update their numbers, I think you need to consider a different source for the pledged delegate count. It's getting ridiculous.KCinDChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07153981202251819626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-50815143481362902262008-03-16T01:30:00.000-04:002008-03-16T01:30:00.000-04:00I don't see it there. Where specifically is the ca...I don't see it there. Where specifically is the calculation?Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02126730290750804530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-63648534107436669642008-03-16T00:47:00.000-04:002008-03-16T00:47:00.000-04:00The Green Papers show the calculations.If the ...The <A HREF="http://www.thegreenpapers.com/P08/" REL="nofollow">Green Papers</A> show the calculations.<BR/><BR/>If the Edwards delegates split 50/50 in each CD and state-wide the delegate split will be 4/2 in favor of Obama, not 3/3.Dink Singerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15138406589320184402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-76642461993322104332008-03-15T23:59:00.000-04:002008-03-15T23:59:00.000-04:00Don't forget Dems Abroad. Looks like Obama gained ...Don't forget Dems Abroad. Looks like <A HREF="http://www.time.com/time/politics/article/0,8599,1722741,00.html" REL="nofollow">Obama gained +3</A> (6 to 3) today also - although they only count for 1/2, so a net gain of +1.5Mark Tysonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16682557294656844171noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-69529943718852237352008-03-15T23:49:00.000-04:002008-03-15T23:49:00.000-04:00Actually, it appears that the California numbers a...Actually, it appears that the California numbers are completely new today, and final. They now stand at 204-166. <BR/><BR/>Here's the AP article: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080316/ap_on_el_pr/democrats_iowa<BR/><BR/>So, it looks that today Obama indeed gained +13 net pledged delegates.<BR/><BR/>Amazing.David HGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09851500170786902924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-76236291811481584972008-03-15T23:35:00.000-04:002008-03-15T23:35:00.000-04:00David - California released official results today...David - California released official results today - I think Clinton gained 1 vote over last week's numbers. The WaPo's CA changes include the changes from last week - they're not in addition to. <BR/><BR/>Now if only the AP would update their numbers so we can do the same.Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02126730290750804530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-12702537838870376942008-03-15T23:31:00.000-04:002008-03-15T23:31:00.000-04:00What wonderful news. Lets hope this trend for cha...What wonderful news. Lets hope this trend for change continues nationwide.<BR/><BR/>We have had 30 years of Clintons, that's enough! I hope that no delegates are 'for sale'.<BR/><BR/>Honesty beats a sneaky blower every time in Iowa. From the heart of the heartland, my heart & best wishes to Obama.<BR/><BR/>ShirlAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-46493016383805317362008-03-15T23:28:00.000-04:002008-03-15T23:28:00.000-04:00According to WaPo, Obama also netted an additional...According to WaPo, Obama also netted an additional +5 in California today, while Clinton added +2. <BR/><BR/>Are these new gains not reflected in the reconfigured Cali. numbers from a week ago? <BR/><BR/>And if so, did Obama net a gain of +13 today?David HGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09851500170786902924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-74459482280586938142008-03-15T23:14:00.000-04:002008-03-15T23:14:00.000-04:00This would seem to poke a hole in Clinton's hopes ...This would seem to poke a hole in Clinton's hopes at poaching delegates or winning at the convention through superior organization or something of the like.Benhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17799716618164805767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18747118.post-14516904187583390092008-03-15T21:19:00.000-04:002008-03-15T21:19:00.000-04:00There's a typo in the HRC percentage... should be ...There's a typo in the HRC percentage... should be 32.07% not 312.07%.<BR/><BR/>:)oxfdbluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14977063184345010002noreply@blogger.com