Their supporters say it is the ultimate expression of democracy. But it is really the ultimate expression of peer pressure and intimidation. The key part of expressing democracy is the secured secret ballot. There is no secrecy in a caucus. So I will (reluctantly) go to my state's caucus on the 5th and be there for John. If he isn't viable (in reality or otherwise) I will leave and not go over to Heckle's or Jeckle's side.
I really think the DNC needs to eliminate caucuses starting in the 2012 elections, just like they got rid of the "winner take all" primaries in the 1980s. I won't hold my breath.
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