Dems embrace dynasty politics

[Nym90]

At least Obama himself is the exact opposite of a political dynasty or royalty (well, at least about as close to it as anyone can be and still be elected President realistically).

[Nym90]

At least Obama himself is the exact opposite of a political dynasty or royalty (well, at least about as close to it as anyone can be and still be elected President realistically).

He was groomed by chief of staff to Tom Daschle, who was one of the top players in the Senate, from his first day. He might not be political dynasty, but Al is right in that he doesn't match in his socio-economic status with any disadvantaged group, minority or not. He is a Harvard-educated, Hyde Park-supported candidate who was always sponsored by someone higher than him to feed his large ambitions.

Your critique operates within Nym's stated framework.  No need to state the obvious.

Yes, thank you.

[Nym90]

he's not from a 'Black' background in the sense of the sociocultural baggage/common traditions.

Which is a large part of why he was able to win, of course.

He was able to walk the fine line perfectly. In retrospect, shoud've been obvious all along that the first black President would have to do so.