Reply #30: It isn't a false dichotomy

[MontecitoDem]

If you run someone against Feinstein, it has to be somebody who polls way better than her statewide - not just among democrats. Otherwise, we probably end up losing the seat in the general election to the repubs. (the "power of incumbency" goes a long way towards winning elections).

Plus, if someone else runs in the primaries against Feinstein, and Feinstein wins, she has been forced to spend a lot of money she would have used (and will need) in the general election. Thus making it easier for the Repubs to defeat her.

Aren't there enough republicans to go after? Can we show some discipline for a few years until we regain our seats and once again become the majority party?