Politics / Ed Rendell Pa. Governor a Risky Ally for Clinton Blunt, gaffe-prone Rendell could make or break campaign By Kevin Spak, Newser Staff Posted Mar 7, 2008 11:05 AM CST Copied Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell, left, seen with state Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi, R-Delaware, makes remarks in Chester, Pa., Thursday, Jan. 31, 2008. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke) (Associated Press) Ed Rendell could be Hillary Clinton’s greatest asset in Pennsylvania—or he could explode in her face, Politico reports. Pennsylvania’s governor is popular and authentic, and he knows how to raise money and find the state’s voters. But Rendell shoots from the hip, and often hits his foot. He once speculated, for example, that Pennsylvanian whites would not vote for Obama because he is black. story continues below10 Reasons These Shoes Are On Every Healthcare Worker's 2025 WishlistComfortWear shoes provide all-day comfort and pain relief with superior arch support, cushioned foam for all-day comfort, at a fraction of the price of custom orthotics and expensive brandsComfort Ortho WearLearn MoreUndoCheap Flights Aren’t Gone—Here’s How to Find ThemStop overpaying for flights! Unlock the secret to saving hundreds and grab unbeatable deals today—travel smarter now!TopTravel NewsLearn MoreUndoShoe CEO Drops Business Sneakers Taking The NFL By Storm Finally, A Comfortable Shoe Thats Fit For The Office. With Comfort, Luxury, & Versatility Engineered Into Every Step, Wolf & Shepherd Shoes Are Specifically Designed For Those Who Want To Lead The Pack.Wolf & ShepherdShop NowUndo He’s also publicly criticized Clinton’s strategy following Super Tuesday. But for all that, “you certainly want to have him for you rather than against you,” said a former Rendell campaign manager. The governor wants badly to deliver Pennsylvania to Clinton the way Ted Strickland delivered Ohio. “He is rolling up his sleeves,” said one fundraiser. “He takes this as a personal challenge.” (More Ed Rendell stories.) Report an error