Hillary drawing cheering crowds in the West.

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Democrat Hillary Rodham Clinton, attempting to earn the "la presidenta" title bestowed by supporters in the West in recent days, appealed to Nevada's Hispanic community Saturday to back her potentially history-making candidacy as an affirmation of the American dream they share.

"Help us reach our common purpose," Clinton said at a rally touting her support within the Hispanic community. "The common purpose of America is progress, not just for the wealthy and the well-connected, but everyone. Every single person deserves a shot at the American dream. That is why I'm running for president."

Clinton, reinvigorated after an unexpected win in New Hampshire's primary last week, has spent the last three days courting the crucial Hispanic vote in Nevada, which holds presidential cacuses Jan. 19, and in California, the biggest prize on Feb. 5 when more than 20 states hold presidential contests.

In Nevada, where one in four residents is of Hispanic or Latino descent, Clinton's push is no surprise. New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson spent more time courting Nevada Hispanics than any other candidate. His departure from the race puts much of the Hispanic vote up for grabs.


ON EDIT: Forgot the link. http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/C/CLINTON_HISPANICS?SITE=NEYOR&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT

MISLEADING title!

"Si, se puede," supporters cheered her at a union hall with New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez and former Cabinet secretary Henry Cisneros in tow. "Yes, we can."

Go Hillary!!!!

An hour ago CNN was showing her addressing supporters (didnt see where) and the crowd looked bored.

Si Se Puede !!!