After one of the most contentious Democratic Primaries, John Edwards has dropped out of the race.   I didn’t expect Obama to win by such a margin in South Carolina, but Edwards losing in his home state seems to have sealed his fate.

Now, with Obama and Hillary so close, Edwards’ endorsement may be the clincher for the nomination.  Edwards seemed to side with Obama until the last debate, when he distanced himself from both candidates in hopes of winning at least one state.  My guess is that, if he has waited this long to drop out, he’s planning to wait a bit longer to see who wins on Super Tuesday in hopes of another shot at the VP spot. 

Please John, don’t wait another week to endorse Barack!  Obama wants to wipe out poverty just as much as you do.  I am sure that Barack has many stories to share with you about impoverished neighborhoods on the south side of Chicago.  So, if it takes the two of you sitting down over a cup of coffee, then give Barack a call.  

Barack is also the one who will sit down with leaders in the Middle East and bring stability to Iraq.  Hillary might want out of Iraq, but if she's not willing to talk with Iran or Syria, then her plan of withdrawal will be anything but stable.  Barack's ability to bring stability means a peaceful way out, and exiting Iraq means more money to help with poverty in the US and abroad.