http://www.cnn.com/2015/03/04/politi...ics/index.html

Bottom line is that some are concerned that she will have such an easy primary that she won't be properly tested in dealing with the various controversies surrounding her, and the Republicans will blindside her.

Of course, things can change quickly. In 2007, it was also assumed that Hillary would skate through and be the nominee. But the Dems don't have another Barack Obama in their bullpen, so it probably will be Hillary this time.

I think the Republicans actually have a good shot at this one, provided they field a non-terrible candidate.

Hillary has various things working against her:

- Will be 69 years old in 2016

- 20+ year history of scandals surrounding her, as well as a public perception of being generally dishonest and secretive

- Public may be ready for a change in party at the White House, given Barack Obama's low approval ratings (45% right now)

- Hillary is associated with Obama now, so those wanting to see a change won't want to vote her in

- As stated in the article, Hillary may arrogantly walk through the primary and not be ready for the tough campaign versus the Republican candidate


Personally, it will bother me a lot more to see Hillary win in 2016 than it did to see Obama win in '08. While I disagreed with Obama's politics, I didn't see him as shady or dishonest. I still don't see Obama that way. He has other issues, but he's not really a liar. Even the "If you like your doctor, you can keep your doctor" was more of a situation of promising something he didn't understand (still inexcusable) than lying. Anyway, Hillary has been shifty for decades, just like Bill.

I just hope it won't come down to Hillary versus Christie, because America will lose either way.