http://www.theobamanews.com/ObamaBlogs/obamas-late-primary-campaign-could-help-now/ "The protracted primary turned out to be an asset to us in the general election," said Rep. G.K. Butterfield (D) of North Carolina, one of the traditionally red states that Obama's campaign says it could put into play. "They spent an enormous amount of time in my state, and because of that we were able to create a grassroots organization that continues to function." Wed, 09 Jul 2008 17:04:10 CDT en