Why JE must be discredited at all costs.

[Alcibiades]

34. I was an Edwards supporter

He's from NC, and so am I: his story resonated with me. He was good looking, articulate, and had a remarkable wife who he really seemed to love. I also liked his single-payer proposal.

One thing I'll always remember is how early Kerry/Edwards decided not to contest North Carolina. Very early. We never had any resources, and had to do it on our own. We did do it, and increased turnout here in Durham by over 20%, but it was not nearly enough.

I don't think it's necessary to dislike him personally, but he's not particularly skilled politically, despite his good looks, lawyerly command of language, and all the rest. His is a story of hubris. I don't think he did anything illegal, and this is a witch hunt, but it is a shame that he threw it all away for nothing.

Here was a man who left-abandoned would be better- his wife for a woman whose come-on was "You're so hot." I don't hate him, but this seems unforgivably banal.