Reply #58: Lieberman may still win the general election

[oldboy101]

While the progressive democrats here at DU are congratulating themselves on Lamont's victory in the primary, we should all keep in mind that having the backing of a majority of Democrats does not necessarily mean victory in the fall election.

Lieberman is well-liked by many voters in Connecticut including many Republican voters. Since it appears that the Republican nominee has little chance of winning, don't be surprised if Independents and Republicans join with the minority of Democrats who voted for Joe (remember that the result was 52% vs. 48%) and re-elect Joe this fall.

Personally I think we should recognize that Lieberman is still a Democrat regardless of his unpopular support of the Iraq war. We should keep our eyes on the big goal this fall, which is taking back control of Congress from the Republican crooks who have been taking from the poor and giving to the rich for the past five years!