‘Wine-Track’ & ‘Beer-Track’ Democrats: Cheers To Both!!!

It is being argued that the famous divide between ‘wine-drinking’ Democrats and ‘beer-drinking’ Democrats threatens the party’s fortunes in the run-up to the presidential nomination this year. While Bill Clinton during his race for presidency reportedly managed to successfully bridge the divide, it is an altogther different story this time. The Economist describes the Democrats’ dilemma… Click here…

While some seem worried at this fierce (even describing it as suicidal) wrangling match between Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, there are also those who believe that this process (warts and all) is essential to test the candidates.

As one newspaper puts it: “Contrary to the worries of some Democrats that the Obama/Clinton dustup is damaging their chances of winning the White House, it is essential preparation of the contenders and their campaigns for presidential prime time.

“As the record-busting Texas primary proved, the continuing struggle for the nomination has focused public attention on the candidates and their issues and drawn hundreds of thousands of new participants into the political process. Rather than trying to shut it down prematurely, Democrats should savor an exciting ride that’s good for the party, its eventual presidential candidate, and our country.” More here…