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2008-04-01 Home Front: Politix

The Perils of Progressivist Political Passion

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Posted by Mike 2008-04-01 09:13|| || Front Page|| [1 views ] Top

#1 And when one of their candidates falls short, about half the Democratic party will be be heartbroken.

No, they'll be seething, making faces, and calling for Direct Action.

Posted by Seafarious 2008-04-01 10:00|| 2008-04-01 10:00|| Front Page Top

#2 Raise your hand if you're shocked.

I'm shocked at the insight showed by a progressive where he actually can see his party clearly - if even for a brief moment. Usually "progressives" can't get their heads out of the cheering section to even see the game.

Posted by Woodrow Slusorong7967 2008-04-01 12:57|| 2008-04-01 12:57|| Front Page Top

#3 Don't be shocked, Woodrow - this column is from National Review Online. Written by Jim Geraghty, who is no "progressive". He's one of the good guys.

Posted by Skunky Phaising6010 2008-04-01 17:52|| 2008-04-01 17:52|| Front Page Top

#4 They've got bigger problems than that, if what the polling indicates is true they cannot win the general election. 12-18% say they will not vote for the Dem that they didn't support in the primary. If thats true say even 5% wont vote for Hillary if they supported Obama, then they may not be able to win. The popular vote in this country is 49 to 51%, I confess I don't know how the electoral college aspect will compensate for this, but the last couple of elections have been real horse races. I don't think they can lose 1 or 2% and have a real shot at winning.

Posted by bigjim-ky 2008-04-01 18:51|| 2008-04-01 18:51|| Front Page Top

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