47 ordspråk av Barbara O'Connor
Barbara O'Connor
It hurt him a lot.
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It means their focus groups and polling are telling them that he is not a compelling source on these topics, and that is linked to his popularity ratings.
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It was the right message at the right time. It pre-empted Democrats' own agenda.
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It's a warning. These campaign sites are fair game for anyone -- and if you put it up, you better be prepared to defend it. ... And that's as it should be.
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It's against conventional wisdom that says people are tired of the (special) election and they're not focused on the primary. But changing opinion over time, if you have enough money, means you start early.
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It's Hiram Johnson's worst nightmare.
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It's not the first time nor will it be the last that they differ on policy. At a regulatory level I think (Feinstein) is more inclined to get win-wins, and sometimes that, from Sen. Boxer's point of view, means selling out the consumer.
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Its better for it to be a joint venture the Legislature can take credit for along with the governor than to be blamed for being the people who stopped it from being put on the ballot.
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Maria Shriver is absolutely critical to Arnold Schwarzenegger at this pivotal moment in his political career. She is key in getting people in a Democratic state to believe in him and explain his credibility, and she is absolutely rousing in the way she can attract followers to engage on issues she really believes in.
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Most legislators are in safe districts, and by the time people vote, they'll have forgotten this.
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Now, her hand in recent decisions shows she's back on board, and that his proposals therefore will likely be more in sync with California voters.
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Raising big money is harder with the new campaign laws. It's a daunting prospect.
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She can certainly build up her husband's credibility ... and talk about how committed to public service he is. She has to talk about what he means to California. ... She has to be out there; it's 'stand by your man.' I wouldn't be surprised at all if we see her.
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She's charismatic and wonderful and loves people.
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Strategically, it's a good thing ... but you can only do it if you have plenty of money. It's an expensive experience.
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