Reply #35: So who is the alternative Dean should be promoting?

[dave29]

It is not his job to sort out who the candidates are... just to get them elected. If there is a stronger Democratic candidate, Dean would certainly support them post primary.

It's also important to remember that one aspect of Dean's job is to promote Democrats, especially while they are in office. One of the things Republicans had (up until recent cluster$ucks) perfected was the art of solidarity. Dean sticks up for his party, and those that have been elected already.

Now, Dean still speaks his mind (and pays for it in the press ad nauseum). Recently he spoke out in reference to Hackett being forced out of the Ohio Primary race by insiders. He rarely speaks out against those who wronged him during the Presidential primary season, but you have to imagine this is a sore spot for him. He has a job to do, and he is focused on that. He has stated very clearly wants us to choose the best, and he wants us to SHOW UP.

If you don't like Cantwell, find someone better.

Howard Dean, with your help, will get that person elected.