UPDATE: Hillary Clinton to visit AM General plant Saturday

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Sen. Hillary Clinton at Mishawaka High School

Sen. Hillary Clinton gives Patty Strevinger a hug during her speech at Mishawaka High School Friday morning. At right is Bruce Schweizer, a Hummer employee and graduate of South Bend's Washington High School, which got a laugh from the crowd. (Tribune Photo/JIM RIDER)

By Beth Boehne

Story Created: Apr 9, 2008 at 7:44 PM EDT

Story Updated: Apr 10, 2008 at 1:52 PM EDT

MISHAWAKA — A spokesman for AM General confirmed Thursday that Sen. Hillary Clinton is planning to make a stop at the company’s Mishawaka manufacturing facility sometime Saturday.

The visit, which is not open to the public, will give the Democrat presidential contender a first hand look at the facilities where the HMMWV vehicle used by America’s armed forces is built.

She is expected to visit the plant sometime during the middle of the day.

The stop is one of three Clinton has planned throughout the state on Saturday as part of her ongoing campaign to clinch the presidential candidacy for the Democrats. She is also expected to visit an Indianapolis manufacturer that makes parts for the M1A1 and M1A2 Abrams main battle tank, as well as an undisclosed location in Valparaiso.

Clinton is not expected to make a public appearance during her Mishawaka visit.

Friday, Apr 11 at 3:29 PM Hmmmm...... wrote ...

Does anyone else here think Hillary is kinda hot? Chubby ankles or not.

Friday, Apr 11 at 1:53 PM Mitch wrote ...

Todd2, please review your fact s. Hillary would of been allowed at Washington if the staff would of spoken during non school hours. The policy is online and was not changed for this event. Please look it up. Hillary made her choice, she could of easily changed the time if she really wanted to be at Washington, but chose to move. We all talk about how the government and school boards don't do their job, but, we scream now when they uphold a policy like we ask them to. We are the hypocrites.

Friday, Apr 11 at 1:50 PM Todd wrote ...

Diane, do us all a favor and to check out the public voting records of Hillary. They are online. She did vote for the war, did support NAFTA while serving on those committies. I think you are blinded by wanting a female president (which is totally fine, I would vote for one if there was a better choice) but her statements have not lined up with the records. Take a look at what they are finding in her tax returns and what companies are giving her and Bill money. It's awful!

Friday, Apr 11 at 1:46 PM Todd wrote ...

Well, Hillary has even more problems as of this morning. The media released a stop that Bill did and he stated that Hillary one time at night when she was tired talked about the sniper incident. OOPS!! The national media was quick to point out and prove she indeed said it three times and during the day. Not only can't Hillary get her records and facts straight, the doesn't communicate with her husband.

Friday, Apr 11 at 12:50 PM vet to Diane Baptista wrote ...

Yes, the CHOICE is clear...McCain!

Friday, Apr 11 at 12:38 PM curt wrote ...

does this mean the bill will be the first lady ???

Friday, Apr 11 at 12:28 PM Fred wrote ...

Kudos to "I'm just saying" for the funniest comment of the day. You're now entered in the funniest comment of the year contest.

Friday, Apr 11 at 11:48 AM seen it wrote ...

great! maybe she will see all these people who make 20 an hour sitting on there rumps while they charge the government millions a year for trucks that are built with low quality and poor workmanship. The fella in the picture is part of this group. But then again manythings can be hidden.

Friday, Apr 11 at 10:06 AM WELCOME BACK HILLARY wrote ...

Hillary has substance. Obama has charisma. Neither one can fix all the problems this country is experiencing....I'll stick with Hillary. Hillary Clinton for President in 2008.

Friday, Apr 11 at 7:53 AM Go Hilary wrote ...

Go Hilary!!! Stomp out Obama!!! This country Needs you!!!

Thursday, Apr 10 at 10:33 PM I'm just saying wrote ...

I'll bet Bill is steaming over this! The one place he could count on getting a hummer and look who handles it!

Thursday, Apr 10 at 10:11 PM Trebor wrote ...

Better her than Osama, ooops?? I mean Obama

Thursday, Apr 10 at 9:21 PM H1 worker / American Vet wrote ...

Last time HRC was in town it was about 3 blocks from my home. Didn't go. BC was in the next town when he came here. Didn't go. Now HRC is coming to my workplace. Won't go. And, if JMc came to my door, I wouldn't answer. I don't think ANY one person can get us out of the messes that Oilman bush and Crook cheney got us into.

Thursday, Apr 10 at 5:08 PM Diane Baptista wrote ...

vet wants to know what Hillary plans to do with the "illegals".Why don't you go and ask her moron! her website has her plans. Obama was the one who wanted to give them licenses. Hillary plan is direct,compassionate yet firm. requires them to pay backtaxes,obtain legal docs etc. go to a rally and ASK HER>>>>>or go to www.hillaryclinton.com Don't just discriminate. Vote educated on the isues!Then the Choice is CLEAR!!

Thursday, Apr 10 at 5:00 PM Diane wrote ...

Hillary is a REAL person; as amember of the Senate armed svcs, the health,education LABOR and pensions cmte, the environment and public works cmte and special cmte on aging, she has a wealth of experience and knowledge. SHE has the ability to LEAD the USA to great heights!!Obama's ads LIE about Hillary. DO NOT SUPPORT OBAMA. He will lie to get to nominated then MCCain will crush him. Rezko, Wright etc very bad irreparable stuff, where's Obama's 2007 tax statement?

Thursday, Apr 10 at 4:20 PM John Wesley wrote ...

Hey Hummer people, just remember Billarys hatred of the military and the massive cuts when she was in the white house the first time, those cuts directly effect your employment

Thursday, Apr 10 at 2:53 PM Wake Up Indiana wrote ...

Hilary is our only hope for America, Wake up!!!

Thursday, Apr 10 at 2:41 PM ev wrote ...

pretty bad, she expects the area to pay the bill for her security and smilingly tells you all lies!

Thursday, Apr 10 at 1:42 PM vet wrote ...

To JIMBO, Great, that's all we need - drivers who can't read or speak English!!!!

Thursday, Apr 10 at 1:06 PM Hey Hillary wrote ...

Buy me dinner?

Thursday, Apr 10 at 11:51 AM JIMBO TO B_M_I_A wrote ...

Don't people go to his or her place of worship to be enlightened by the sermons and views of the person standing at the pulpit? Let us remember he attended that church for twenty, count them, TWENTY YEARS! If you don't like or agree with the message, YOU FIND ANOTHER CHURCH!

Thursday, Apr 10 at 11:51 AM dofogo wrote ...

Hillary's the only candidate with original and worth while ideas. Obama is running on the slogan of change, but his record shows that he doesn't make change. Those poor people living in Rezko's projects can tell you that Obama turns his head and doesn't have any desire to fix the real problems in this country. These people were living in Obama's disctrict, not far from his home and he did nothing. He allowed his friend to take millions of tax payers dollars and leave these people to suffer.

Thursday, Apr 10 at 11:29 AM JIMBO TO VET wrote ...

I'LL TELL YOU WHAT SHE'LL DO WITH THE ILLEGALS...GIVE THEM ALL DRIVER'S LICENSES!!!

Thursday, Apr 10 at 11:25 AM B_M_I_A wrote ...

I attended the Obama rally last night in SB. It was brilliant, beautiful, and necessary! Do you really believe HRC is the better candidate? Is this based on her actions, or on her sex/race? I understand that people are upset with BO regarding Rev Wright. Would you disown your friend/relative because you disagree with them? With all due respect, we as blacks are not as quick to disown people as I believe whites to be. Can someone please explain politically, why HRC is a better choice then BO?

Thursday, Apr 10 at 11:24 AM Hillary's Last Stand? wrote ...

Polls have shown Clinton's lead in Pennsylvania has shrunken from almost 20 points to almost 5. Why is she spending so much time here? Maybe it is because she has the backing of Evan Bayh and the Indiana Democratic Party's leaders. Could this be her last stand? Here's a twist for those who cried "racism" over Washington H.S.: Mishawaka is lily white. 95% white in the 2000 census. Why is she only appearing there? I do not believe that she is racist any more than Obama or anyone here.

Thursday, Apr 10 at 10:45 AM vet wrote ...

Ask her what she intends to do with the illegals

Thursday, Apr 10 at 8:02 AM Huray Hillary is coming back! wrote ...

Hillary has my vote I hope I can see her on Saturday too. What do you want to bet that obama will follow her in her foot step and come back for a second time Obama. Obama can just go back to SB do to he's just a follower. Hillary will get this country back on track and clean up the mess that Bush had put it in it may take a little while Go Hillary We Need the clintons back in the White House.

Thursday, Apr 10 at 7:28 AM get down ...duck!! fire in the hole wrote ...

Did anyone else see the clip on the Ellen show of Hillary, very funny, that might explain why she thought snipers were out to get her. (lol)

Thursday, Apr 10 at 6:58 AM Todd wrote ...

Todd 2...get your facts straight. She was denied due to a standing school policy. Go look it up for yourself. She CHOSE not to changer her visit time and would of been allowed after school hours. It was HER choice. No racism involved. Hitch up the trailer and move south son. I hope she brings cash this times and pays the last bill.

Thursday, Apr 10 at 1:57 AM Redundant wrote ...

2 Todd 2,how old are you? you need to grow up,very immature,I feel sorry for you because you speak like a person with no intellect,know your facts son,quit being a hypocrite by calling people racist when you are one yourself, its evident! and if the school had let HRC speak then you woud be saying, how could they do that after guns were found in that school. Right? Like YOU said SB schools are not safe.either way you contradict yourself.GET THAT MONKEY OFF YOUR BACK DO YOU WORK AT THE ZOO!

Wednesday, Apr 9 at 10:53 PM TOdd 2 wrote ...

Todd, She would have had her DAY if the Stupid racist school board would have let her... Its funny how Washington High wants you to think that there concern is the students safety.. What a lie.. Washington High is one of the most unsafe schools around. Well, come to think about it any schools on that side of town are bad. SO Todd go sit and wait for Obama. Have fun!

Wednesday, Apr 9 at 10:19 PM hoorah! wrote ...

Her stopping here again, shows that she is willing to take the time and show our area that she is and she can be the next President. Welcome back, Hillary! I live in S.Bend and I will gladly travel to Mishawaka to see her.May she have many more days!

Wednesday, Apr 9 at 10:14 PM A Voter wrote ...

Welcome back to Mishawaka Hillary!!! I hope to be able to see you this time! South Bend can have Obama, Mishawaka is much more fortunate to have you again! You rock girl...

Wednesday, Apr 9 at 9:54 PM nla wrote ...

She has as much right to be there as the next politian. I wouldn't walk across the street to see Obama! You people are must be worried

Wednesday, Apr 9 at 8:08 PM Todd wrote ...

She has cost us enough on our dime. We don't want or need her back. She had her day.

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