[Tigermoth]

"It also suggests that personal connection and relatability are now more important factors in national elections than experience or accomplishment."

So they completely ignored history. This isn't anything new, they've been important for along time for the electorate. Clinton didn't say "I feel your pain" for nothing.

[HiTech RedNeck]

Mitt did learn to warm up a little as the campaign season wore on. He told heartwarming stories even if he did not emote very well.

I think he poured on the power too late.