Out Come The Knives

I just don't think going relentlessly negative is going to work against a movement candidate. Hillary Clinton has every right to draw contrast, but calling herself "the most innocent" as if Obama and Edwards have something to hide is silly. The only notable part of her speech last night was when she congratulated the party on bringing so many people in to the caucuses. Now she's trying to slash and burn that with a fairly cynical politics.

Politicians do this because negative campaigning works, normally. But against someone who has built a grassroots coalition, I'm not so sure. Especially when it's into the headwinds of momentum. Barring a major meltdown at tomorrow's debate, I think Obama will catch up and take New Hampshire. Chris Bowers, offering an alternative viewpoint, thinks there's less momentum to be had.