Headlines from January 8th, 2008

Edwards Isn't Giving Up

Conceding the race, congratulates rivals but adds, "Two races down, 48 left to go." Watch speech above. But, is Edwards still relevant? Permalink

Unite Here Expected to Endorse Obama

Leaders of the 450,000-member union to vote late Tuesday. Expected to back Obama unless he stumbles badly in NH. Would be Obama's first national union endorsement. Permalink

Obama: Clinton Camp Didn't Complain About the Press When I Was Down

Responds to B. Clinton's comments blaming the media for negatively covering his wife, calling the Obama campaign "the biggest fairy tale I've ever seen." From pool report: "I remember during the summer when we were down 20 points and I was getting knocked around pretty good, and I didn't hear the Clintons the camp complaining about how terrible the press was." Plus: Watch Clinton's original comments here. Permalink

Extreme Secrecy About Major Obama Fundraisers

Campaign reveals few details about location, attendance of high-dollar events. Finance committee members also a mystery. Permalink

Trial To Go On For Ill. Developer With Obama Ties

Federal judge refused Tues. to delay fraud trial of Antoin "Tony" Rezko. In past two years Obama has come under scrutiny for purchasing land, garnering political support for his development project. Permalink

Sen. Durbin: More Senators Boarding Obama Bandwagon "Soon"

Obama's fellow Land of Lincolner and chief cheerleader assures Tim Russert that there are endorsements from the world's greatest deliberative body ready to be unveiled. "There are some that are poised and ready."Watch it above. New Establishment support is golden for Obama (and agony for Clinton), but will they be name-brand Senators, unknown ones, or superstars? Permalink

Obama Rise Overshadows Bloomberg

Observers say Obama's call for unity steals thunder from potential independent run by Gotham's mayor. One voter: "A middle road has already been found." Asked if Monday's centrists gathering was unnecessary, Bloomberg said, "I hope you're right." Permalink

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Boss Warns Candidates

Tom Donohue to vow Tuesday his trade group will spend millions to beat "anti-corporate" contenders for White House, Congress. Spending could exceed '04's $60 million. Permalink

Huckabee's Late-Night Letterman Chat

Showing the poise of a comedian, Huckabee delivers a few funnies: "If I win New Hampshire, it's because I did this show. If I lose New Hampshire, it's because I did this show." Plus: Ron Paul goes on Leno, slams Fox News' decision to exclude him from Sunday's debate. Permalink