Clinton vs Obama, the race could barely be any closer. Psephologists are reaching for their abacuses to see if it is mathematically possible for Clinton to still win; pundits are endlessly scrutinising the gossip and gaffes of the apparently hapless candidates; while the public is crying out for some substantive discussion of the issues. After an ABC debate was generally derided as a fiasco for focussing half of it's time on unfortunate soundbites and the absence of flag pins the Democratic voters of Pennsylvania voted in a primary that was supposed to be make or break for the candidates. A Clinton victory was a fairly safe bet and that result means the race will extend beyond the rust belt. But what effect will the 'attack' debate have on Obama, still frontrunner overall, and on the divided Democratic party?
American Idol, that trailblazer of cultural experimentation, has a lot to answer for. The Bulgarian version of the show is the unlikely source of our Video of the Week – a would be pop star giving her interpretation of the Harry Nilsson hit Without You. Or, as the singer dubs it, 'Ken Lee'! Ear plugs at the ready.
Watch part one of this episode of The Listening Post on YouTubeWatch part two of this episode of The Listening Post on YouTubeThis episode of The Listening Post aired on Friday, April 25, 2008