From Deseret News archives:
Obama lovefest could backfire in Utah
What are some things to watch for at the convention that could impact Utah politics?
Pignanelli: This Thursday will be the 45th anniversary of Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech delivered from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. Historians rank this oration, before 250,000 civil rights activists, as perhaps the greatest in the 20th century. Also this Thursday, Obama will accept the nomination from the Democratic Party for U.S. president. Almost 80,000 activists will be in attendance, while millions of Americans will watch on television.
Because of Obama's speaking abilities, the emotional impact of Thursday's events upon our country will be unprecedented. All Americans, regardless of political persuasion and preference for president, will burst with pride that King's vision is reality. Utahns will rejoice at the progress and tolerance of our nation and state. (Only the coldhearted, or bigoted, will be unmoved.)
The national GOP made mincemeat of Al Gore and John Kerry in prior elections. The current Republican weaknesses and Obama's strengths to be highlighted in the convention will prevent this from reoccurring in 2008. By Friday morning, Democrats will be the "party of opportunity."
Webb: Hopefully, the convention will turn out to be an orgy of liberal politics promoting a left-wing agenda, highlighted by Katie Couric and the rest of the mainstream media (along with Frank) worshipping "The One." The cumulative impact of the images coming out of Denver should make most Utahns want to puke at the very thought of voting for a Democratic candidate.
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