People argue that Dean would alientate the corporate/conservative wing of the Democratic Party and therefore, he is not a good choice.
Why is it assumed that Dean would alienate the corporate/conservative wing? Other than opposition to the Iraq War, he is closer to them than he is to the left end of the party.
Why are people more worried about alienating the corporate/conservative wing (the one that is closest to the Republicans) than they are about alienating the people who support Dean?
While I can't speak for all Dean supporters, I can say that a large percentage of us feel like this: We tried it their way and we lost. Let's try another way. We all swallowed hard and worked our asses off for John Kerry. Why can't you guys swallow hard and let Dean have a shot.
It is in some ways a repeat of the primary campaign where various people fanned hysterical fears about Howard Dean. This was based, largely, on the fact that he opposed the Iraq War. Well not only was Dean correct, but this is not an issue that is germane to the DNC chair.
What do these people fear from Howard Dean that they find so unacceptable? What evidence is there that what they fear is likely to occur?
This is such a case. You make a good point here.
[Nonetheless, I think there are more important factors at play in deciding who should be DNC Chair, hence my support of Frost. But still, you make a fair point.]
Sigh, Hindsight 20/20.
