Video of Edwards Speech at the Jefferson Jackson Dinner

Edwards was the first speaker at Saturday's Jefferson Jackson Dinner gave a great speech that gave the Democratic base a lot to cheer for. Edwards began by saying that Democrats need to stand strong and have a backbone and then went through things Democrats need to stand up for.

We do not believe in allowing lobbyists to write the laws of the United States of America, and we do not believe that we are above the law. What we believe is we believe in the promise of America for every American.

The body of Edwards speech focused on health care. He garnered huge applause when he said that if Congress doesn't pass universal health care by July 2009 then he will use his power as President and take health care coverage away from the Congress, Cabinet members, and members of his administration. Edwards gave a great speech and was getting applause from all over the auditorium. He will be tough to follow.