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RZM

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6. I see it as much more like 2004

Reply to Archae (Original post)

Thu Aug 2, 2012, 01:38 AM

Aug 2012

Somewhat stiff party establishment challenger selected because he was seen as most likely to defeat the incumbent. I think Obama will end up with a similar margin of victory as well.

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I see this election as 1996 2.0 [View all] Archae Aug 2012 OP

like 96 but with one less pen. slampoet Aug 2012 #1

Oh dear. Gregorian Aug 2012 #4

What pen? UnrepentantLiberal Aug 2012 #10

. Motown_Johnny Aug 2012 #11

Oh, THAT pen. UnrepentantLiberal Aug 2012 #12

It was McCain's turn, too, in 2008. sadbear Aug 2012 #2

It's certainly looking like it might be 1996-light... Drunken Irishman Aug 2012 #3

actually oldhippydude Aug 2012 #5

I see it as much more like 2004 RZM Aug 2012 #6

Can't impeach if you don't have a majority jaysunb Aug 2012 #7

It Would Be, If It Were Not for "Citizens United" AndyTiedye Aug 2012 #8

It always was Sherman A1 Aug 2012 #9

They'll impeach him for "lookin' sorta black". It's as good of a reason for them as any. HopeHoops Aug 2012 #13