Jeff Pritchard

Website: http://www.Herkimerprogressive.com

Bio: Hey, I'm Jeff Pritchard. I have been blogging at ThinkYouth for over a year, and in that time have started my own blog focusing on New York Political issues: The Herkimer County Progressive.

A Young, Progressive New Yorker AGAINST Caroline Kennedy for Senate.

All the buzz in the choice for the replacement of Hillary Clinton has taken a sharp turn from a discussion of strong, qualified Upstate and Downstate politicians to one woman: Caroline Kennedy.  The media is jumping at the possibility of another Kennedy rising to political prominence.  However, this should not be a choice as to whether or not to carry on a political dynasty for Governor David Paterson.  As a citizen of the State in question, New York, I believe that Paterson’s choice should instead be what is best for the very troubled state of New York.  Don’t get me wrong, I am Progressive person, who agrees with Kennedy on a multitude of issues.  Putting that aside, the question remains as to whether or not she is the right person for the job.

Usually, when I say that I am from New York, the question that is posed to me is “Oh really, what borough?”.  The sad part is that the whole state of New York gets overshadowed by the City of New York.  In talking to my fellow Upstaters, animosity can be heard in their voices as they describe the lack of attention that Upstate New York receives.  David Paterson’s selection of Caroline Kennedy would just be another slap in the face for Upstate New York, who has not had a Senator from their own back yard since 1909 (Good Ole, Elihu Root of Clinton, New York.)  The face that Upstate has not had one of their own represent them in the United States Senate for so long is just shameful, and now Governor Paterson has a chance to change that with his power of appointment.

Caroline Kennedy is someone who I agree with, alot, she is a very charismatic individual who quite possible has a bright future in the political scene.  However, the fact remains that her first political job should not be an appointment to the Senate. She is not qualified for this position. She has not served the people of New York in extensive enough of a manner to receive the appointment from Governor Paterson.  Whether deservedly or not, Governor Paterson’s popularity has plummeted in the Upstate region, and he would only be making the problem worse for himself if he does the wrong thing, and appoints Caroline Kennedy to the Senate.

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For the first time in a long time, progressives have complete control. We can now put into place all the things that we have been talking about year after year after year.  There can be no excuses now, only solutions.  Follow Obama’s path to change above at his new website: www.change.gov

Joe Biden is the Veep

So Much for the Text message…

At this time, 12:45 A.M. CNN has confirmed that Joe Biden is the Vice President selection of Barack Obama.

Bayh, Kaine Not VP

From the AP:

Indiana Sen. Evan Bayh and Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine have been told by Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama’s campaign they will not be his vice presidential choice, NBC News reported on Friday quoting sources.

Speculation about Obama’s choice has centered on Bayh, Kaine and Delaware Sen. Joseph Biden. Other names in the mix include Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, New York Sen. Hillary Clinton, New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson and Texas Rep. Chet Edwards.

Obama and his campaign have offered little information but the Illinois senator said earlier this week he had made up his mind about the choice.

UPDATE: Flight from Delaware to Illinois, arrived in Illinois late Friday night.  A flight to perhaps pick up Biden?

Michael Savage on Autism

We here at Think Youth have always been outspoken critics of Micheal Savage, but his most recent comments, on autism of all things, has crossed a line that I couldn’t imagine even him crossing. (Comments below the fold). Read more

July 28th at 7PM EST:Think Youth Live Podcast with guest David Sirota

A month in the making…

Monday July 28th at 7 PM Eastern Time (4pm PT), David Sirota will be coming on the Think Youth Live Podcast to discuss his book “The Uprising: An Unauthorized Tour of the Populist Revolt Scaring Wall Street and Washington.”

David Sirota is a successful author and nationally syndicated newspaper columnist. He has appeared on Comedy Central’s “The Colbert Report” and has been profiled in “Newsweek”.  Sirota’s most recent book “The Uprising” has received positive reviews from the Washington Post and Publishers Weekly.

From Sirota’s Web Site:

The Uprising is all new, firsthand investigative reporting from across the country, showing how populism has become a dominant political force in both national and local politics.

Our Podcast will return to it’s classic Blog Talk Radio format, so you can listen HERE

And call in at: (646) 478-4931

Obama Campaign: Ready to fight

Today the Washington Post reported that Barack Obama’s campaign for president will open 20 new offices in the state of Virginia.  Some of these offices are located in areas where he didn’t do well in the Virginia Primary, and where Senator McCain is favored greatly.  The Obama campaign is putting resources into areas where the pundits would have you believe he doesn’t stand a chance.  This campaign, however, is not going to concede any state without a fight. Read more

Tim Russert Dies at age 58

The very sad news has just broken that Tim Russert, moderator of Meet the Press, has died at age 58. Russert has been a key figure in the coverage of the 2008 Election cycle, and will be deeply missed. Russert had just returned from Europe on a trip celebrating the college graduation of his son. The thoughts of everyone at Think Youth go out to Russert’s family.

Why Kathleen Sebelius should be Obama’s VP

(Note: I would love for it to be a number of other people as well, I just chose Governor Sebelius for the sole fact that not too many people know much about her)

Kathleen Sebelius is a name that is being tossed around alot now in the discussion about Obama’s Veepstakes, and I think that she would be a fantastic choice. Read more

BREAKING:Clinton Open to Veep slot?

Hillary Clinton has said to New York Lawmakers that, if offered, she would be open to being Barack Obama’s running mate.

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Jimmy Carter to Endorse Barack Obama

AP is reporting that Former President Jimmy Carter will endorse Barack Obama after the first polls close for tonight’s primaries. Read more

We Need Unity

After the recent Rules and Bylaws meeting in Washington D.C. It is all but inevitable that Barack Obama will be the Democratic Nominee for President.
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Edwards to endorse Obama?

Obama’s campaign is saying that at 7 PM EST, Barack Obama will be receiving a “Major National Endorsement”. Rumors have been flying all around the Blogosphere, and It seems to be the general consensus that this mystery endorser is none other that Former Senator John Edwards from North Carolina.

This post is being written completely off of speculation, and, in about 2 hours we will see if this speculation has any merit.

If this does turn out to be true, then this is, in my eyes, the end of the Democratic Race. Edwards popularity among working class voters will help Obama gain in this much needed demographic. As an Obama supporter, I will concede that Barack does need to work hard to get the working class voters to support him in November; but I believe Edwards is just the guy to do it. John Edwards in my view will be a pioneer for the remaining undecideds who have been holding off endorsements. If this endorser is in fact Edwards, I believe this will trigger a boom in SuperDels to the Obama Camp.

Even if this doesn’t pan out, I still believe that Obama has the Democratic nod all but locked up, and I look forward to beating John McCain in November.

UPDATE: Edwards WILL endorse Obama at 7 PM at a campaign event .

Obama, Clinton both beat McCain

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