Open Thread

June 28th, 2008 10:07 AM

For general discussion and debate. Possible talking point: Does Hill heart Barack?

Despite the praise and smiles between the two, some in the crowd still sensed a space between them. Their embraces were slightly awkward, and Clinton stood with her hands clasped formally in front of her as Obama spoke. Eileen Quill, a 64-year-old retired teacher from nearby Sunapee who had supported Clinton, said: "I think she's usually a wonderful public speaker, and so is he, but she looked a little stiff and the whole thing wasn't entirely comfortable."

Will this staged event in Unity unify the Dems? Did it help to mend fences or fail badly by publicly demonstrating the chasm?