To generate sympathy and positive press for the "poor, suffering Hillary" and to cement a major, leadership position for himself in her '08 campaign.
By the way, it's 70 degrees in NYC today and I would rather be sloshing around in my snow boots--Algore, please save the planet!
Be sure to remember your sunglasses (the big "Italian Movie Star" style are always a sure fashion winner)
I have those in black!