How Obama Can Trump the Experience Card With judgment, that's how, says Slate By Heather McPherson Posted Jul 30, 2007 5:08 PM CDT Copied Democratic presidential hopeful U.S. Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., speaks during a gathering of potential supporters, Friday, July 27, 2007, on a farm in Adel, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) (Associated Press) The root of last week's Obama/Clinton spat, writes John Dickerson in Slate, is the Achilles heel of the Obama campaign: She trounces him in experience. Standing next to her seems to make hiim look callow, and she used the opportunity to rub it in. Only 30% of Americans think his experience qualifies him to be president, versus more than 70% for her. But unlike many who see the Clinton nomination as inevitable, Dickerson thinks Obama has a chance. By emphasizing his "no" vote on Iraq, Obama is saying that, credentials notwithstanding, he has better judgment. And his post-debate brawl with Clinton may be the best thing going for him, proving that he can be combative and self-assured despite her superior bona fides. Read These Next UPS driver hits the Slip 'N Slide with some partying teens. Kohberger agrees to plea deal in Idaho killings. Lorde's risque photo causes a fuss. After girl goes overboard on cruise, 'hero' dad to the rescue. Report an error