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Good article on O'Malley's appearances in Iowa
Martin O’Malley entered the room to hoots and hollers at his Des Moines rally the evening after his official presidential announcement in Baltimore. The crowd was eager to see the former Maryland Governor (or perhaps just any Democratic candidate), and O’Malley returned the enthusiasm with a high-energy speech of his own.
“I thought he gave a great speech – very uplifting, hit all the right notes,” said John Judge of the Polk County Democrats afterwards. “For being put on the spot, I think he did really well. It showed he didn’t have any canned answers.”
“I like that he was listening to the youth and hitting on hard topics that a lot of people like to stay away from on social issues,” Crista Righi agreed. “I think he sees us evolving and thinking of views that aren’t as important right now.”
O'Malley speaks with the press after his event.
“I see all these young people – he might be onto something there,” noted Judge.
O'Malley speaks with the press after his event.
“I see all these young people – he might be onto something there,” noted Judge.
http://iowastartingline.com/2015/05/31/martin-omalley-finds-warm-iowa-reception-for-new-leadership-message/
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"I like that he was listening to the youth and hitting on hard topics that a lot of people like to stay away from on social issues.”
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