Jody, the Post, and Jobs

As most of you probably know by now, Jody Wagner was endorsed by the Washington Post. The widely-read newspaper (which has plenty of followers in voter-heavy Northern Virginia), already put their stamp on gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds and attorney general candidate Steve Shannon.

What's interesting though, is the phrasing of the endorsement. For instance, they say that, "JODY WAGNER, Virginia's former secretary of finance, is the sort of Democrat that helped cement the Old Dominion's status as among the cleanest, best managed and most business-friendly states in the country.".

Notice the last phrase. By emphasizing the business-friendly atmosphere of Virginia, the Washington Post puts an emphasis on job creation. Clearly, the editors know that the economy is the most important issue in the minds of voters. By quickly addressing it, the newspaper helps to ensure that this election will be about pocketbooks.