Why did Hillary Clinton win last night? She did it because she was desperate to overcome the challenge of John Edwards' momentum. Ignorant people who get their news from newspapers think Edwards came in a painful 3rd yesterday and must be sinking fast. But those of us who get all our news from America's one reliable source -- diaries by other kossacks -- should have realized that Edwards lost on purpose.
You see, Edwards is lowering expectations. Sure he lost two competitions, and he'll lose Michigan and several more in weeks to come; but this is his plan! When Rhode Island finally has their primary, Edwards will finish first! Or at least in the top two! And expectations will be so low by then, he'll be celebrated nationwide for his remarkable comeback! That will give him the momentum (dare I say, the "jomentum") to bounce all the way to the top!
This is what Clinton dreads. So she decided to win NH to create the impression that she still has a chance against Edwards' masterful campaign.
Edwards-supporters, don't waste your votes on Obama. His high numbers in Iowa and NH just show he doesn't know how to play the game. Appealing to the "youth vote"? PLEASE! Since when is THAT a wise strategy? Don't worry that depriving Obama of your votes will mean victory for Clinton. Edwards is going to win!!!!
***UPDATE***
Hey! Why isn't this diary on the rec list yet? All the other diaries that say things like this get on! Where's MY 15 minutes??!!