[rogerthedodger]

Dan, do they fear black turnout on the initiative or in later elections? Just wondering, for clarification.

I think fear of losing is a pretty poor reason to not even attempt a fight on your principles.

[Dan from Michigan]

They fear a black turnout(although they won't admit it) in 2004. (Although this will likely increase white turnout as well).

I agree. I think the blacks will turn out anyway over revenge in 2000. In fact, I think this could work(if they are up for a gutter fight) to the GOP's advantage. Bash Detroit out in West MI, scare the hell out of AA opponents in Livingston County, and use social issues like guns and abortion to pull off the swing vote up North and in Macomb/Monroe counties.

"They are taking your kid's college spot..."