Superb post, GG. Very interesting.

Yes the DLC may have felt that the Clintons were becoming too powerful. There is always infighting and jockeying for advantage within these political power groups.

Kendall, I think it's true that most people vote "with their wallet", but I don't think I do. My main concern is usually foreign policy...meaning I want to see the Iraq War ended, no war with Iran or anyone else, no permanent American bases in Iraq, and the troops brought home.

Not because of my wallet. Because of powerful moral reasons of right and wrong in international law. That's more important to me than having a few more dollars in my wallet, I can assure you.

Now, after that pressing matter...yes, then I also have concerns about domestic issues, the economy, etc...but for me the so-called "War on Terror" is the primary matter of concern.