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Independent and undeclared, I was called on the telephone by the Edwards people about his appearance at the Exeter Town Hall, not knowing he was in the state.  I showed up about 20 minutes early.  The Hall had seats arranged in a circle which fi...full write-up

I have met Senator John Edwards at the Gilman house in Exeter, at Mac's Apple Orchard in Londonderry and after the Exeter town hall meeting, I asked him if I could go to New Orleans with him.  I was grateful for the opportunity and have now return...full write-up

I saw Mitt at Phillips Exeter Academy.  I was prepared not to like him, thinking him stiff, programmed and without much depth.  I found myself impressed with his professionalism, preparation and speaking skills.  He is a sharp guy and a sharp dr...full write-up

Today I dropped everything so I could go and hear Mike Huckabee speak.  I heard him during his Republican debate at UNH and was impressed enough to say-Hey, here is a guy I don't know much about-but I want to learn more.  So, I was excited when I...full write-up

When I arrived at Rudolph Giuliani’s Exeter town hall meeting, I was surprised to see so many of my neighbors sitting there wearing Rudy stickers - and apparently accepting everything he said as truth. I lived in New York City for many year...full write-up

It is one thing to read where the candidates stand on various issues, and another to see them speak. And I must say, I was very impressed by John Edwards and the level of passion he brought to his town hall talk. I especially admired his aggression...full write-up

Edwards spoke plainly about ending corruption in our government. I like that. He gave a very thoughtful response to the father of a young soldier who asked what Edwards would do to keep his son safe. While he was considerate of the man's conce...full write-up

I saw John Edwards speak at the Exeter Town Hall on Monday. When I last heard him speak, back at a house party in May or June, I still felt like I did four years ago: What experience does he have? Does he simply want to be president so he's running...full write-up

The Town Hall was packed and judging by the reception this was a crowd ready to vote for Edwards before he came in the door.  As someone still on the fence, I listened for him to separate himself and stand out. What could he say to people like me th...full write-up

Last night I witnessed a candidate on the cusp of hitting his stride and taking this primary election to a new more intense level. The town hall was packed and I'm sure that Edwards fed off of that. I think we all have this sense that it...full write-up