Rich Bond
Rich Bond
colin decided impact launch life
If some larger-than-life personality -- let's say Colin Powell -- decided he wanted to launch a third-party candidacy for some office, I think he'd be an impact player. But he's not running.
acute anyone both environment grim hitting operating panic parties
I don't think anyone is hitting the panic button. But there is an acute recognition of the grim environment that both parties are operating in.
bush engaging rivals
Bush is doing what every front-runner always does, which is to put off engaging his rivals for as long as possible.
bad degree effective incredible support system
Cheney has had a tight, effective team, and they have been an incredible support system for the presidency. To the degree that support system is weakened, it's a bad day at the office. But no person is indispensable.