Democratic Party Registration Shoots Up in PA

[babylonsister]

Democratic registration brisk in PA

Democratic Primary Contest Swells Party's Ranks in Pennsylvania

PETER JACKSON
AP News

Mar 20, 2008 02:16 EST


Pennsylvanians are rushing in record numbers to sign up as Democrats so they can vote in the April 22 presidential primary between Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton.

Many are lured by the historic drama of two U.S. senators vying to be the first black or female president. But the two campaigns also are busily recruiting independents, disgruntled Republicans and those who weren't previously registered at all.

Obama's effort has generated the most fanfare as his campaign has laid down a steady drumbeat of radio ads and e-mails leading up to the deadline for switching or joining parties.

"For real change, register as a Democrat by Monday, March 24," advise Obama ads airing throughout the state.

Only registered Democrats can vote for their party's candidates in the state's April 22 primary, and Obama is hoping the recruits will help him overcome Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton's solid lead — 12 points in one poll taken last weekend. At stake are 158 delegates to this summer's Democratic national convention — the biggest bloc of delegates still to be awarded. Only registered Republicans can vote in the GOP primary.

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[onehandle]

1. It's a blue state that will only get bluer.

Thank God. My wife and I are planning to move there.

[global1]

2. Can Any Obama Campaign Workers In Pennsylvania Tell Us......

what's going on in the trenches for Obama?

[goclark]

3. My cousin tells me it is amazing in Philly

He said young and old of all races are excited about Obama.

[global1]

4. But HRC Is Running Strong In PA - Can Obama Close the Gap?......

how is HRC's ground game? I know she has the states politicians in her pocket - but does that mean the popular vote will follow?

[goclark]

5. I only know about Philly nt