Desperado....

Desperation is opportunity. When we talk of courage being borne of desperation, we are referring to an uncommon valor in the face of daunting circumstances. A person who exhibits courage under duress is one who stays true to his principles and values, displays grace and acceptance.

On the other hand, desperate times more often bring out the worst in people. Some crimes are committed by desperate people. Reckless behavior can be a symptom of desperate people. Resorting to desperate measures is often the last foothold of an otherwise rational person.

The Clinton camp is about to cross the threshold into desperation. They are grasping at every crevice, every perceived opening and trying to rip Obama apart. One can only guess the end game…

It is certain that the Democratic Party establishment has been sending signals to the Clintons that the will of the voting mass will not be overturned. Super delegates will not rule the day at the party convention. So why the vitriol and ad hoc attacks on Obama?

Is it too cynical to suggest that these attacks weaken Obama’s national image, thus creating an opening for continued Republican attack in the fall? A combination of a barrage of Republican attacks on nominee Obama, with a passive Clinton machine in 2008 gives Hillary one more chance. No?