Cutting the Ties of Controversy.

Authors :: Halloran, Liz
Source :: U.S. News & World Report. 5/12/2008, Vol. 144 Issue 13, p6-7. 2p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :: 2008
Abstract: The article discusses the separation between the reverend Jeremiah Wright and 2008 U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama. The article describes how Wright's comments at the National Press Club forced Obama to cut ties with his former pastor in order to preserve political influence. Details are provided regarding the reactions of 2008 U.S. presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and John McCain. Also discussed is Obama's recruiting of superdelegates.