Former Edwards adviser cites book by 'Cooter,' former congressman, as good advice for Obama

Dave "Mudcat" Saunders, right, a former adviser to John Edwards' presidential campaign, has encouraged presumptive Democratic nominee Barack Obama to become better acquainted with rural voters. Saunders continues his appeal to Obama as a new contributor to the Daily Yonder. (Photo by Tim Dillion, USA Today)

"If Obama intends to rally support in rural America, he should read former Georgia congressman and Dukes of Hazzard actor Ben "Cooter" Jones' new book, Redneck Boy in the Promised Land: The Confessions of Crazy Cooter," Saunders writes in a review of the book, his first contribution to the Yonder. (Jones photo from Cooter's Place)

Saunders argues that the book would also be a good read for others who need to better understand how to secure rural votes. "If you are from the culture, you should read (the book). Not only will you be sprouting Cooter's one liners to your pals, but if you're like me, it will make you damned proud of who you are. And if you are not from our culture and have been wondering why it's so powerful at the ballot box, then you should read this."