I would not consider Allen a RINO by any stretch. He currently Represents Mackinac and Chippewa counties in the UP. So Yoopers have Voted for him for years. I have always found him a business man first and a politician second. Given a choice I would take Allan over Stupak any day.
Given a choice, there are yellow dogs I would vote for over Stupak.
Getting rid of Stupak is the goal we should be focused on, no?
My sister-in-law tells me that Benishek needs to raise $100K to get professional help from the Michigan GOP. I think Sarah's right, and a robust debate during the primary is a good thing. How much does Allan need to get to $100K? If we make sure they both reach the magic number, the best candidate wins the primary, and can better match up with Stupak in November.
I'll give him credit for winning Chippewa and Mackinac Counties as even that's not easy for a "troll", but those are the most Republican areas of the UP.
Allen's biggest problem is that while he represents parts of the 1st, he's from the 4th district.