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StrongBad

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Tue Aug-12-03 09:29 AM
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Dean supporters: Are we at the mercy of the DNC and DLC?

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Quick question for those endorsing Dean:

Envision that Dean's campaign continues to build momentum through primary season. He wins both Iowa and New Hampshire and makes strong showings in other primary contests. He has a tremendous base of supporters willing to fight to get him elected.

But...

The Democratic establishment, represented by the DLC and the DNC simply do not want him as their candidate. Regardless of the potential he shows on the campaign trail, they simply feel he is not "electable" however they may define that term. So, they do not nominate the front-runner and choose someone who they deem more "safe".

I'm just worried that all this hard work we and Howard have put in is ultimately futile because in the end, the establishment gets the last word as to who will be the Democratic nominee in '04.

Any thoughts?

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