Playing for the team is an important concept here.
As a sophomore on my HS varsity FB team (35+ years ago), I thought I was a much better QB than the lead-footed, noodle-armed incumbent. I was very unhappy that the coaches preferred the incumbent because of his leadership skills. (He was a senior). However, they convinced me to play halfback and strong safety (we played both ways in those days) for the good of the team.
Despite my unhappiness, I tried to be the best halfback, kick returner, and safety that I could be for the sake of the team. I was only one of many contributors to our first league championship in 20+ years. When I look back, I realize that winning was the best experience I could have had. I may have been the better quarterback, but he was the better leader and he had the confidence of the team and the coaches.
Now go forward, grasshopper.
"Now go forward, grasshopper."
This isn't a football game. The consequences are much deeper.
What good is a leader who can take us to victory, if he defines victory as abortion, gun grabbing, and appointing scumbags like Kerik to high positions?
Fred is more conservative and has less baggage and therefore is more electable.