Reply #5: Sorry but I think this was a dumb response

[WilliamPitt]

The major difference I have seen between Dean supporters and supporters for other candidates is the fantastic level of optimism and bright-eyed wonder involved. That is great...but suceptible to getting easily torpedoed if the candidate acts in a manner that contravenes said feelings.

Every time I or someone else speaks of potential Dean pratfalls in the campaign, I am told the rules don't apply because Dean is running a "new" and "different" campaign. Hmm. Wonder why this parable would apply...