I have a feeling that the <i>resignations</i> came from the Edwards team management rather than the bloggers themselves. Even though the brave face of falling on the sword is what is being presented I doubt the two bloggers in question are that weak spined not to be able to stand up to the mealy mouths.

I know that the Canadian political blogging scene; of which through another blog I am a part of, has watched this unfold with interest as we look to be heading into a Federal election in which blogging is looking to play a more prominent role.

Well to comment on Frank Shaw, the Edwards blog on his main site allows for just that... staffers post as themselves, as well as "Edwards".

I've no idea whether Edwards himself actually writes on his blog, given articles I've read of him... he is very hands on in crafting his message so I'd grant authenticity to at least some of his campaign website postings attributed to him.

With that said, most candidates and politicians, especially at the higher ranks have nearly all of their printed material written by staffers. Those in office generally default to the Press Secretary or Communications Director while I'd assume that's left to similar positions in the campaign.

In these cases, most bloggers that are hired have existing blogs and its support, influence and name recognition that's being purchased with their hiring.