tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6811719312494990925.post-4607193123800630872006-10-18T08:57:00.000-07:002006-10-18T08:57:00.000-07:00I suppose I haven't paid enough attention to Obama. I've sort of watched his books come out, and heard his name tossed about by weekend-warrior progressives -- this latter group is probably good evidence for what A.L. suggests, which is that the guy is popular, even amongst those who aren't dedicated political junkies and policy wonks. He has recognition and reputation. All of this leads me to agree, that Gore/Obama, at least on the face of it, sounds like a good ticket. I will need to pay some closer attention to the man before I can say for certain. <br /><br />Regardless, though, I think Gore is the man, Obama or no Obama. And I think a persuasive argument can and should be made on all fronts to convince everyone we know of this essential point. The "netroots" has shown it can be effective in bringing important issues and underdog candidates to light; one can only imagine what it can do for a guy who already has national name recognition and the best resume in America.<br /><br />- JLBJLBhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07328514006252993582noreply@blogger.com