GOP Anger Rises to the Surface

Fri, October 10, 2008 - 1:58 PM

Politico has a good read about the surge in anger levels at McCain campaign events. The anti-Barack Obama vitriol at these events have intensified in recent days, and have included veiled and not so veiled threats against Obama's life. The anger level has become the dominant narrative surrounding McCain's campaign this week. And while it seems to be helping fire up the base, I have to wonder whether it might end up doing more harm than good for McCain in the long run.

A question worth debating: will independent voters who were considering voting for McCain turn away because they are reluctant to associate themselves with the radical fervor gripping his campaign right now? I expect that, at least for some, the answer is yes.

--Sean Mussenden