New Hampshire holds new hopes for both Barak Obama and Hillary Clinton. The suave and young appeal of Obama has increased manifold after his surprising yet convincing lead taken in Iowa primary. On the other hand, Hillary seems to be determined to repeat the exploits of her husband in 2000 and 2004. The Clintons, leaving no stone unreturned, putting their all out efforts to stop the march of Obama.
In a show of emotion, Hillary rolled down tears telling the people her raw emotions about fighting the status quo and bringing change against the Republican regime. The cracking voice of the former first lady was enough to generate support in the media and throughout the world. But it is yet to be seen whether it can transform the support of Americans. She softened her attack on Obama and tried her best to highlight her eventful 35 years of public service with an impeccable track record.
A new change is wavering with the lead of Obama in Iowa rekindling a hope of belief in the hearts of millions of young voters. And Hillary is all out to stop his advance. To realize her historic bid, she has brought in emotion to generate waves of support for her. Her fierce and well-oiled election campaign machinery ably supported by husband Bill Clinton and the US corporate world is hoping for the best and eager to take decisive lead.
Hillary still continues to attract larger crowds than any other presidential candidate. Her meetings were well-choreographed with attuned sound tracks from U2 songs. But still she lacks behind Obama in poll surveys. She is trailing because of her age and association with previous administrations which are often seen by many as representing status quo. Her critical remarks about Obama as inexperienced have stirred a hornet’s nest among the Blacks and young Americans, which is seen as the potent force behind Obama’s galvanized campaigns.
On the other hand, Obama’s rhetoric sentimental young appeal has transcended class and racial barriers. More than 2 million Americans eligible for voting for the first time seem to be pitching behind him in a rock-solid formation. They dream of having the first black American President has somehow surpassed the possibility of having the first woman in White House. Humanists, idealists and youthful white supporters are, therefore, overwhelmingly supporting him. A new wave of confidence, appeal for change and unbiased promise for socio-economic regeneration by Obama is sure to struck sentimental relation with voters in New Hampshire primary.
Compounding Hillary’s problems, some protesters met her at a rally just before the primary voting with slogans ‘iron my shirt’. Their disapproval of her bid is an expression of still wavering chauvinistic sentiments which is against an American dream and has potential to kill the hope for change. It is really amazing to see such people in the ’superpower’ territory. Lets hope the promise for change remains unchanged whether Clinton or Obama win.
Source: The Independent
