In theory all of the states of the old Confederacy could flip to Obama. Energized minority voters, disenchanted white voters, influx of liberals from Up East, shaky economy could add up to some election night surprises.
It is not likely to happen, but it means that McCain will have to spend scarce resources to protect the GOP’s southern flank. This is money that will be desperately needed by McCain in the midwest and western swing states.
“McCain will have to spend scarce resources to protect the GOP’s southern flank.”
Yep, the GOP should have to finally pay for constantly betraying their base. Let’s just pray the country doesn’t pay too much.