[fmonkey]

Hillary will face challenges from the left AND the right wing of her party

I'm not so sure about that. This might be playing right into Hillary's hands. The crazier Sheehan looks, the more moderate she'll appear. If Hillary gets the nomination, the DNC will just start up with the 'Diverse Party' bit to assure people that Sheehan and Hillary aren't the same. Even if Hillary disavows the Sheehan-ites, she doesn't have to worry about losing their vote. The very worst they could do to her is to stay home, but the chances of that happening are slim. The Sheehan-ites see themselves as enlightened and instrumental the political process. They won't miss an opportunity to be heard (read: vote against a Republican).

[ken5050]

Rememebr the 2004 primary season..the year long campaign..the endless debates...Kerry forced to share the stage, air time, and credibility with Sharpton and Kucinich...? Hillary got a big pass in 2000, her ONE electoral experience...she will NOT find the 2008 primary season so inviting..