John McCain managed to muster 30 or 40-supporters the other night for his wretched, pre-emptive speech trying to undermine Barack Obama. In fairness, McCain often attracts much larger crowds, often hundreds at a time.

Barack Obama held a rally of his own – in Virginia – and all he could draw was a paltry TEN THOUSAND enthusiastic supporters. From the Washington Post:

“In Virginia, Obama delivered his standard stump speech at both campaign stops, but the events were weighted with significance, a reminder of one of his biggest primary wins and his determination to compete in Virginia and other traditional Republican strongholds in November.

The senator from Illinois noted the symbolism of the first African American presidential nominee appealing for support in a former Confederate state.

“This crowd reflects what was done 40 years ago to perfect this union,” Obama told the Nissan crowd, referring to achievements of the civil rights movement. “And now, 40 years later, that same sense of urgency is demanded.”

Die-hard Obama supporters and undecided voters converged on the amphitheater in Prince William County three hours before the candidate was scheduled to take the stage at 6 p.m. State and local transportation officials had braced for a major backup on Interstate 66, but traffic was like that of a normal evening rush.”