I guess so...anyway, they are 2 different guys.
The one that wrote for Dole (Helprin) is not part of ABC, he is a novelist and conservative political writer. "Soldier of The Great War" is one of his well known books. I'm very much a fan of Helprin's writing.
Sam, didn't Mark Helprin write the President's inaugural address, with the 'angel in the whirlwind' line?
Did you read Helprin's editorial about Iraq in the WSJ awhile back? He's a great writer - combines erudition, honesty and heart like few can. Thanks for clearing up things.