Fundraising just part of '08 picture /ridiculous spending

The record-shattering presidential fundraising totals posted by Hillary Clinton and John Edwards pose as many questions as they provide answers.

While the money chase is an important gauge of political strength, it is not the only measure that matters this early in the 2008 race.

The numbers shed no light on how wisely the campaigns are spending the millions they are taking in or how much money they have left.