Who does Dean Barkley help?
We all know Dean Barkley will help Independence Party candidates like David Dillon up and down the ballot, and third party candidates in general, but a critical question should be asked. In the race for president does Dean Barkleys likely strong showing help either Barack Obama or John McCain at a meaningful level?
At this point it's tough to say, both have strong independent qualities, and strong partisan records. I think Barkley's strongest driving point among those that aren't simply using him as a protest vote, is fiscal conservatism, and clearly McCain is closer to that position then Obama.
The latest poll shows Obama up 18%, but if the gap closes Barkley's voters could sway Minnesota, and this year Minnesota could decide a close election.
posted by mike @ 8:48 AM
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I've been thinking about this race a bit lately. Do you know whether Bill Hillsman or someone else is doing Barkley's media? I think a couple creative ads could go a long way in this one.
I also think that it is time that all the Independent Candidates get together and do a huge door knocking lit drop campaign. We need to show support for each other. Just pick a few Saturdays and get out. Doesn't have to be anything fancy. Extra stickers, stuff like that. We need to show people that we are serious about these campaigns. I am tired of hearing that Dean, David and the rest of OUR candidates are a non factor or a wasted vote. I know we don't have the money but there is something that has to be done to be taken serious.
I like what is being done in the 5th Showing up at high school football games. Let's copy that idea. How about showing up outside the dome for football games. I know we can do that. That was done 2 years ago.
Hillsman is involved in the Barkley Campaign.
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