Is Libermans running as an independent bad for Democrats but good for his constituents?

Question

Republicans are funding him.

Answer 1

I can't figure out why the Democrats don't like Lieberman. They spend lots of time talking about 'unity', but this guy, who really is a unifier, agreeing with the Republicans sometimes, the Democrats sometimes, they treat awfully.

I think that he has been a good influence, bringing important clarity to the situation that we are in. He understands the threats that we are under. I think he is good for the Senate, and if Republicans want to support his ideals, then that's fine by them.

Bottom line - good for Democrats, make's their party appeal to a wider base. Good for constituents, although I wish he spent less money on social welfare, which hurts the poor in the long run.

Answer 2

Neither. Liberman is nothing more than a republican dressed as a democrat. It's obvious that he's too stupid to realize that the citizens of Connuticut no longer want anything from him. He's worn out his welcome and soon will be an ex-senator. He is nothing more than a shill for the GOP. No worries, GW will give him a high profile job in the GOP and he'll convert over and run as a republican in 2010.

Answer 3

It's bad for everyone. He should have taken his loss and gone home. The people had spoken. Now, rather than caring about the good of his party or his ideals, he's more about saving face.

That's not good for politics, especially when we essentially have a two party system. Of course the republicans are funding him, they hope that he draws away from the democrat ticket. But, he may become a spoiler for BOTH parties because moderates on both side may vote for him, drawing away from both parties. Either way, it will be an interesting race.

Answer 4

Lieberman being associated at all with the Democrats is a plus for the Republicans. I for one, as a Republican would like to shake his hand and thank him for his service as a democrat(ahem...although i doubt many democrats would like to thank him) The point is that I am trying to make is that whether he professes to be a democrat or an independent, most people know that a zebra doesn't change it's stripes. The positive effect this will have is he will draw democratic voters away from voting democrat, which in turn will sway the vote in the Republican favor. Joe, if your reading this, please accept my deepest thanks!!!

Answer 5

Liberman is a Republician. By running as an Independent he takes votes from the Dems. Get the Dems to fight amongst themselves and the republicians just have to turn out voters. Plain and simple.

Answer 6

He has voted the party line 95% of the time except on the war. If he goes back to Washington, all is forgiven. The Republicans are using him because they get to show how radical the Dems have become. Maybe that changes somes mind where the GOP has a chance.

Answer 7

Sems odd the republicans would fund him... he's got wealth beyond the dreams of avarice. Plus he has a reelection warchest that is quite impressive. Any money earmarked "Lieberman for XXX" stays in his reelction fund, and doesn't go to the Democrats.

Answer 8

Lieberman is a idiot - he needs to be removed from any post he holds right now. He is going to let the Republicans grab his spot in the Senate because he is a poor loser. Get over it! He lost because no one wants to see a grown man kiss butt to the competition

Answer 9

I think so. If he wins it will send shock waves through the democratic party. If he loses I hope it is to the Republican though.

Answer 10

If he wins he will be representing the majority of people of the state of CT. So it will be good for him. I think if he is sent back to D.C. he will become an even bigger voice in the Senate.