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Originally posted by Tyrone Slothrop
As I said before, Lieberman failed to line up campaign staff until very recently. That is not the action of someone who is preparing to take a political hit for his courage. It's the action of someone who is out of touch.
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As for these other people whose articles you post, believe it or not, and don't puke when I say this, but I am much more interested in what you have to say than what they have to say.
He clearly did not see Lamont coming. But because he was unprepared, does not mean that his position on Iraq did not cost him before Lamont. Prior to this debacle you see Lieberman's position of gaining accolades from the pundits and from the administration as benefitting him politically and therefore his position brought him more benefit than costs. However, I don't think you appreciate the abuse one takes when they go against their party. As someone who often bucks his party a lot, I may put more emphasise on that type of action than it deserves.
BTW: one reason I think Lieberman was unprepared for Lamont is the fundraising aspect. The one place incumbants trump everyone else is their ability to raise money (especially from PACs) and that makes them think their invulnerable (which it usually does). What they forget is that a wealthy opponent totally negates that huge advantage. Its not just that wealthy candidates can bring their own money, but the fact that they can bring their own money, makes it easier for them to raise money. I know it sounds crazy, but I have experienced this first hand, people love to donate to self financed candidates. I always thought people would take the attitude of "if they can pay for it - why should I donate" (which is my attitude) but generally the attitude is just the opposite. I find it easier to raise money for Steve Poizner and the Governator than any other candidates, and they don't really need the money. I find this very unexpected and frustrating.
