By ideastream's Brian Bull
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton is in Cleveland tomorrow to greet donors and supporters of her 2016 campaign.
Her first stop is Case Western Reserve University, where organizers plan a “commit to Hillary” drive. Attendees will be trained on canvassing and phone banks, but also asked to pledge their votes for the former First Lady and Secretary of State.
Janet Carson is President of the Ohio Democratic County Chairs Association. She says early commitments will boost Clinton’s momentum as she prepares to take on all challengers, including some in her own party.
“I’m not an opponent of contested primary," says Carson, "but it is very clear to me and those who are supporting Hillary that she is the best candidate, and I and other women are excited and happy to support a woman to become our next President of the United States.”
After the Case Western event, Clinton attends a private fundraiser at $2700 a person.
Clinton’s standing in polls has taken hits in recent weeks, from controversy over handling personal email while Secretary of State, while different general election matchups show her behind Senator Bernie Sanders and Vice President Joe Biden in key states.