With Perspective on Her Side, Mrs. Edwards Dives Into Fray.

The article focuses on Elizabeth Edwards, wife of U.S. presidential candidate John Edwards. Ms. Edwards announced in March, 2007 that her cancer had recurred in inoperable form. Since then, she has maintained a rigorous schedule of public appearances and has played an influential role in her husband's campaign. Edwards' television talk show confrontation with conservative political figure Ann Coulter resulted in a significant inflow of contributions to her husband's campaign.