The amazing rise of the angry little doctor.

[Nym90]

As for your screen name, M...being a huge fan of New Wave music, I can't see your posts without thinking of the song "Pop Muzik".....

[Nym90]

Dean is doing well because he is providing the best contrast between himself and Bush. Democrats did not provide enough contrast with Bush in 2002. More contrast, however, does not mean more liberal. Dean is not on the balance any more liberal than most of the other Dem contenders. However, he is emphasizing clear differences with Bush and that is what Democrats must do to win. We can't win by being conservative, because the  Republicans are a lot better than we are at being conservative. Democrats have to be themselves, and stand up for their beliefs. Again, this does not mean becoming more liberal, you can be moderate and still have strong convictions and still emphasize the differences, this is what Clinton did very successfully. Dean right now is doing the best job of emphasizing key differences and standing up for his convictions.