[belcherboy]

I'm not sure I have seen a political candidate do this before. I'm not sure it is a good idea, although I like that she is trying to pay off her debt.

http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0409/21278.html

Win a day with Bill Clinton

By: Mike Allen
April 15, 2009 02:40 PM EST

A new effort to pay off Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign debt includes a chance to “spend a day with Bill Clinton” as one of the prizes for contributing as little as $5 online.

And talking heads stroke their chins about the “American Idol”-ization of American politics, but now it’s literally the case: Another prize is a trip for two to the show’s season finale.

Here’s the e-mail, sent by the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee:

“From James Carville …

“I knew it was going to take an extraordinary effort to help pay off Hillary Clinton's campaign debt. But now, I think we can do it and have some fun at the same time! I won't spend a lot of time trying to convince you to help Hillary. I know what she means to you, and I'm sure you know how important it is for her to have her campaign pay off all its obligations.

“So let's get to the fun part — enter today to win one of three truly once in a lifetime opportunities and you will also be doing something great to help finish off Hillary's debt. With a contribution today, one of these exclusive prizes could be yours:

“* Spend a day with President Clinton. Head to New York City to attend several interesting events with President Clinton followed by your own special New York City weekend.

“* Attend the "American Idol" season finale. You and a guest will watch live as the "American Idol" judges make their final comments and decisions on this year's most anticipated season finale!

“* Want to talk politics with me? How about a spending a weekend in D.C. You will have lunch with me and my great friend Paul Begala. We will talk about politics, you will get to tour all the amazing sites D.C. has to offer and who knows what else could happen!

“Make a $5 contribution today, and you could be on your way to one of these once in a lifetime opportunities! Your contribution today not only gives you the chance at winning one of these fantastic prizes — it'll also help our dear friend, Hillary Clinton, pay off the very last of her campaign debt. This means a whole lot to Hillary, and I know she appreciates everything you do for her. These amazing prizes are only being offered online and are available only for a limited time — so please don't delay in acting today.

“Sincerely,

“James Carville

“P.S. This is a truly once in a lifetime opportunity to win one of three amazing prizes AND to help Hillary pay off her debt. I hope you'll seize it. Click here to enter today!”

[RagingTireFire]

Isn't Hillary's campaign debt largely owed to herself?

[flames1971]

for the record, i'd prefer a trip to american idol.

[RubberMallet]

that is what i was thinking... hopefully it got a great rate!

[Hold My Own]

all those who dont win receive this as a parting gift:

[belcherboy]

To be honest with you, I would TOTALLY choose to spend the day with Bill Clinton than American Idol! It would be AWESOME to spend a day with an American President (with the exception of Jimmy Carter).

[dompennix]

I dont think either is that great

[Ed Dantes]

To be honest with you, I would TOTALLY choose to spend the day with Bill Clinton than American Idol! It would be AWESOME to spend a day with an American President (with the exception of Jimmy Carter).

Oh yeah, I'd hang out with him. We'd get nachos, watch football... I'm being serious, too.