The Tragedy of John Edwards

What bothers me about the downfall of former presidential contender John Edwards is that he may be the last major party candidate, at least nationally or for president, to talk about the poor.  All we hear from Obama and Romney is helping the middle class.  The Democratic contention is that by uplifting the middle class, those below and above will benefit.  That may be true, but I wish we had a candidate who talks about the poor, about those working two or more jobs and who are struggling to pay their bills, clothe their children, or find a decent place to live.  John Edwards talked about the poor, and I think we need more of that in our politics.