In the upcoming primaries, think of military bases and dependents....

[kentuck]

Not only that, there is usually a supportive mindset around these areas. With that in mind, I think Kerry and Clark will be the two main winners in the upcoming races.

Oklahoma? Fort Sill. Lawton. The state is very supportive of the military and connected to the military establishment. Clark is in Oklahoma today. He understands that connection.

South Carolina? They have more retired military in SC per capita than any other state in the union. Kerry is running very close to Edwards in that state. Clark will probably do well there also.

Arizona? Fort Huachuca. They like the military types, similar to John McCain. The more independent, the better. To me, this will be the most interesting race next week, with Missouri running a close second.

Missouri? Fort LeonardWood. Missouri is similar to OK in their collective support of the military, in my opinion. Kerry is there today. First impressions can sometimes get the first vote. Kerry should win this state...and the one with the most delegates.

North Dakota? I think I heard or read that ND had the highest number of troops per capita in Iraq than any other state. This could be a very important issue and Clark and Kerry will do well there also.

So, next week looks to me as ideal situations for Kerry and Clark, because of the military installations and the family support for the troops at this time. Other opinions?

[DoNotRefill]

1. It depends on if they have open primaries or not.

Conservatives are over-represented in the military. If they vote, I'm sure that they'll vote for Clark and Kerry.

[Qanisqineq]

2. My husband is in Iraq

and says many troops are disgusted with Bush and have great respect for Clark and Kerry.

[Rainbowreflect]

4. My friend's husband, who is also in Iraq, said the same thing.

He said all the guys he knows over there are pissed and don't understand why more people here at home are not more angry and are not fighting for them.

[jenk]

3. SC

Kerry and Clark will probably split the military vote there, and Edwards will get enough hometown votes there to win. Clark in 2nd wouldn't surprise me.