The Democrat’s Problem

They have one brewing regardless of the outcome of the election. I noted earlier the finger-pointing pre-mortems already happening in the Connecticut Senate race. I noted the fear some operatives have that Joe Lieberman might have coattails – for Republicans. I've noted Kerry's attack (intentional or not) on military personnel and noted that the left was incapable of understanding the damage that was doing. I've noted the latest incident of the left thinking the use of blackface was acceptable. (I was informed by a lefty commenter that I lacked a sophisticated sense of humor because I did not get it. I'd rather not be sophisticated if that is acceptable, thank you.)

And now, one of the most strident of the left wing bloggers is offering PR advice to the Dems. The advice? Attack, attack, attack. (Indirect link via Hot Air). Other left wing bloggers want to attack Harold Ford. For not being loyal enough, apparently. I could go on. I think you get the picture.

The Democrats will, whatever happens next week, have a seriously angry group of people to contend with. Ones that don't really care who they attack, fellow Democrats will do nicely in a pinch.

UPDATE: Why what Kerry said – and failed to apologize for – matters very much. Contrary to what the left assumes, it is real outrage. It is not spin, it is not hype. See NZ Bear and Dean Barnett.