I

returned about an hour ago from the Hillary Clinton town hall meeting. There were about 2,000 or 3,000 people there at Hug High School, a capacity crowd.

I was glad I arrived at the school at 7:45. There were just a dozen people ahead of me and one tiny Chihuahua who was even smaller than my dog. I chatted with some of the people in line, and because I left my money in my car, one of them bought a Hillary Clinton pin for me, which was very nice of her.

It wasn't long, though, before the line went clear to the end of the other parking lot. I was lucky to get a decent seat, right in back of the reserved area, but still a good place to get a good view of the junior senator from New York. Moreover, although I was back a little bit, I could simply get up and into the aisle and take pictures up close of her. I also videotaped her entire speech and the question-and-answer period.

I wish I had a new computer and all so I could upload it, but I don't.

At around 11:10, she came in to the the gym to thunderous applause. She dressed in a green pantsuit, which was appropriate since the school color is green. She received several items of Hug High memorabilia before she talked.

Like so many people who are experienced politicians, let alone somebody who was once voted one of the 100 best attorneys in the United States, Clinton had no notes and had her remarks down pat. However, being on the stump took a toll on her voice. She was a bit hoarse throughout. She talked about her background and her career. She was running for president because she said, "I could do better." Nevada is the best place to make that argument because it is the fastest-growing state.

Clinton was pleased to note that Nevada moved its caucus up to early next year. She asked the crowd, "Do you think this country is ready for a change?" The crowd cheered. She grew up in a time when not only her family was on her side but also the country.

More later.