Reply #18: I think you are right [View All]

[wellstone dem]

I'm outstate, and none of the other names I've heard will bring in anyone but the traditional democrats out here, even some of the democrats aren't going to recognize those names, but Patty brings all democrats, many independents, and some republicans. No Democrat could have won the 6th from Kennedy. (She would have come even closer if she'd been pro-life, as I know she lost some votes because of that stance.) But Patty learned alot from the campaign, and kept on improving. I think she is our best shot.

Someone told me that she had trouble walking in parades (more than other politicians), because so many people--especially victims of abuse--wanted to talk to her personally. She connects with people. And her not being a career politician, but someone who has made a career out of protecting our children, may work in her favor. Especially since she learned alot in the 6th Dist. campaign about how to portray a commitment to children as a Big Tent issue.

I just don't see any other Democrat doing as well.