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Kennedy Reaches Out To Clinton Directly
Caroline Kennedy has called Hillary Clinton to discuss her interested in the New York Senator's seat, a source close to Clinton tells the Huffington Post. But the two, as of Monday, had yet to actually speak. "[Kennedy] called," said the source, "but they hadn't connected as of yesterday ...
Clinton chides supporters on Kennedy
politico.com — Hillary Clinton has told her supporters not to impede Caroline Kennedy's path to the U.S. Senate on her behalf, a person familiar with replacement discussions said. The move clears a major obstacle between Kennedy and the seat. Prominent Clinton ... (more) Clinton chides supporters on Kennedy
KENNEDY FOR THE SENATE - New York Post
nypost.com — Last updated: 3:53 am December 16, 2008 Posted: 2:57 am December 16, 2008 Caroline Kennedy has made it official: She wants to be appointed to the US Senate seat that Hillary Clinton presently will vacate. Gov. Paterson would be well-advised to select ... (more) KENNEDY FOR THE SENATE - New York Post
Not the best choice for senator
boston.com — By all accounts, Caroline Kennedy is a fine person, one revered within her tight circle of friends and family. But that doesn't qualify her to be a senator. (more) Not the best choice for senator
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The Obligatory Clinton Post Re: Caroline Kennedy
Taylor Marsh — ... Sam Stein has more, but unfortunately relies on "multiple reports" of HRC supporters being idiots about the Kennedy possibility, even though Clinton has nothing to do with their political jealousies. ...

Tuesday's campaign round-up
Political Animal — ... a post of their own, but may be of interest to political observers. * Caroline Kennedy has hired "major Democratic fixer Josh Isay, who has deep connections to New York powerhouses Sen. Charles Schumer, Mayor Michael Bloomberg and the Rev. Al Sharpton" to serve as a political consultant. * Kennedy picked up her first endorsement yesterday, when Rep. Louise Slaughter (D-N.Y.) threw her support to Kennedy. * Kennedy has also been very busy on the phone, having called Hillary Clinton , Sharpton , and Chuck Schumer , among others. * Hillary ...

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