Reply #22: Hey Benchley...

[SaveElmer]

Sorry to disagree with you on this one...

But I do think, if you believe that being part of the Democratic Party is the surest way not only to win elections, but to govern effectively, then I think we do have a duty to support the wishes of the party. I was very disappointed in Lieberman going Indie, I think it shows he puts himself above party which I have a very hard time accepting...and it really does open the door for the disintegration of the party. So while up until July I was supportive of Lieberman's reelection, when he announced his indie bid I know longer could do so.

I accept alot of idealogical difference in the party, because in the end I believe the vast majority, no matter their view are committed to Democratic victory. Joe has shown now that he is not unfortunately.

I agree with you that alot...and I mean alot...of the criticism of Lieberman and his stand on issues is complete bullshit...and I find alot of the opposition to him on the left to be mean-spirited and childish, and it made it very hard to align with them on this primary. And I am worried that the litmus-test Liberals are going to take this example of barely ousting a perceived conservative in a very blue state, and insist that model will work everywhere...which is patently ridiculous..

However, Lamont is the Democratic nominee and I feel bound to support him for the good of the party!