George,

I don't think this election is that hard to figure out.

Many of us, before Tuesday, noticed a marked lack of excitement and interest (among Dems) in the election. There were no important issues that we staked out; it isn't an issue to say "things are going well, keep us in."

There was little apparent outreach to Waldo's generation -- what a misse opportunity. So, frankly, this was a very needed wake up call. I think it can, and should help us.

Russ Linden (electronic mail, May 9, 2002)