Precisely, which is why I want to know one thing. Which of the current crop of alternatives can win? I like this man, but I am not affected by the current "he can do it" kind of worship I am seeing. I agree that he is a marvelous candidate, and I am grateful for those who are working hard for his candidacy. But how the faithful perceive him won't get him elected. It is how the undecided and swing voters see him.

Lest anyone think that I am just being negative, I must tell you that he reminds me a great deal of Carter and Clinton at this stage of their Presidential campaigns. By that I mean that he is building a steady groundswell of support. But don't wash out Kerry just yet. It is early, and politics are an ungrateful lover.

Keep up the good work on behalf of your candidate, folks.