How about everybody step back and quit judging others. Zebra LaSalle from Illinois, I'm sorry you live in such a place that judges people so much. Our homeboy isn't dragging around Elizabeth…she wants to do this and live her life to the fullest. I don't think you, myself, or anyone else has a place to judge this unless we are in the exact situation. Just from experiences with my own friends and family who've had terminal illnesses, all three of them over the years have chosen to work, play, and live life to the fullest. How can you call someone an egocentric jerk when you aren't that person, yet you find a place to judge? I think you might possibly be the jerk. Just for the record, if ya are an Obama or Clinton supporter, your candidates don't stand a chance in the South. We're proud of Edwards…down here, we actually support our families and let people do as they please, not judge them for actions….funny how Oliver is close minded enough to think his candidacy is only a bumper… go ahead, elect an unelectable hillary or obama, and see how many southern states you pull with that. The only reason we didn't vote Edwards last time and is because of Kerry being #1 on the ticket. Why would y'all vote for someone with such highly unfavorable marks like Clinton, or someone who is off the hook with his young mouth, like Obama. There's no PERFECT candidate and there never will be, but in the meantime, you're criticism of someone not even close to where you live, of whom you know little about is grounds for you to criticize others….my comments are only based on the race so far, and nothing else. I'm sure y'all will do your part and help throw another Republican in the WH in '08 with your anti-Edwards views.

Actually - since Elizabeth didn't show up… John was a bit lost for words - actually having to stand up for himself, be an actual candidate, and for once - wore the pants.

I can understand why you felt a need to apologize, John!

I do not think Elizabeth Edwards is "being dragged" around the country. If you read her book, campaigning is something she enjoys, even though the life gets pretty rough at times. She also supports her husband. I am sure if she put her foot down, John would pull out. I think after all that family has been through, they must have a "carpe diem" outlook.

John Edwards'campaign for President is only a bumper sticker, so Ms Edwards didn't miss much by being late.

Maybe John Edwards, for once in his life, should focus on his wife instead of himself. If my spouse had cancer, my main focus would be on helping my spouse through treament and recovery…..not dragging them around the country for my political benefit.

What an egocentric jerk!