As I have said before, and I say again now...There is no more reason for Hillary to drop out of the nomination process than there is for Barack Obama to do the same. Don't believe the hype or the hate of the pundits, main stream media, or blogs from either side...This race isn't over yet, and there is no good reason for it to end early. Every state that Hillary & Barack touch turns blue! They both (though many don't attribute equal credit -- so selective the media is in its "fair & balanced"..."reporting") are registering record numbers of voters to the Democratic party. They are both bringing young people to the process. They are both motivating minorities, seniors, independents, and recovering Republicans to join the Democratic party. None can deny the power of this protracted race to the nomination. Shame on any that would believe it beneficial to end it too soon. The nation is for once invested in the process, the outcome, and the candidates. When can any recall so many willing to engage in political discussion? When can any recall a public so energized for change? When can any recall the legitimate interest of America in electing either a woman or a black man for the highest office in the land?

America is paying attention. Every American wants their chance to the DNC who they see as the best Presidential candidate for fall 2008. We aren't seeing people become disinterested in the protraction of this race. Voting numbers aren't going down, they are going up! We aren't seeing candidates walk away, we are seeing them step up!

We are witnessing history! We are participating in our own history in record numbers, and this wave of change will sweep the corruption from the White House as surely as a hurricane can change the topography of a nation. We are a storm on the horizon for the Republicans which they can't get out of the way of. For this we owe thanks to both Senators! This nation is mobilized because neither has given up, gotten out, or moved on.

It is for the glory of America that they two fine American leaders continue to fight on.

It is for our future that they both wish to lead.

It is for our betterment that they both stay in this race right to the end.

Nothing is determined at this date. What we know is that 50 percent or so of the Democratic voters prefer Barack Obama, and 50 percent of so of the Democratic voters prefer Hillary Clinton as next President of the United States. Neither is so far ahead as to claim a resounding victory. Neither is so far ahead as to be sure to win on November.

But one candidate, in my opinion is showing strength when everyone has counted them out: Hillary Clinton!

How, if this race is over and the nation has decided on the nominee, can she win EVERY county in West Virginia? How does she win Pennsylvania by 10%? How does she win Indiana, or will she will Kentucky? If the race is over, and all is decided, then she shouldn't win anything? Right?

Wrong.

She continues to win, as does Barack because this race is not over, and we all care too much to just pick one...We want the best one! That is what the best of Democracy has to offer, and it is the best responsibility of each of us to decide. There will be a winner, as surely as there will be another sunset on the horizon. But it won't happen until the votes have all been cast, counted, and logged for history. This nomination is too important to end prematurely.

The nation is turning blue, and for that we can only thank and continue to support both Senators!

Obviously, I see Hillary as better prepared on day one. Obviously, I see Hillary as better experienced. Obviously, I see Hillary as more ready. That is my privilege and it is how I cast my vote. You each have a vote too, cast it and wait. A winner will be determined. We will all be considered. Our votes do and will continue to matter no matter the ultimate winner. So long as John McCain is cast out with a stellar defeat, then we will all win!

My hope still remains that the mystic "dream ticket" will emerge. I honestly don't care who is #1 or #2 in this scenario. What I see is an incredible leader in each roll. One to shape and sign policy as President, and one to guide and shape policy as the President of the Senate. Imagine what impact either could have in the Senate? If you really want to see change in the money of Washington, think on that eventuality? If you really want universal health care, imagine the impact if the person crafting the legislation is also the person with the most power to make legislative change?

I have to tell you, I do prefer Hillary for President, but secretly...I want them both! And ya know what, I think the divide of the votes, delegates, states, and the rest all speak to the fact that everyone else wants both too!

UPDATE:  The Edwards endorsement speaks to my 50/50 point...He is one half of a powerful political alliance and though he is supporting Obama, the considered force of his wife belongs in the Clinton campaign.  They are like the rest of us...Perhaps more so...They feel the power of both candidates, and wish only the best for America in their personal choice of leader.

I have to say I think that Edwards is pandering for the VP nod, which I believe would be a huge mistake.