> Well, of course, I made that crack about Nader somewhat in fun, but
> actually I'm somewhat puzzled by his claims that (a) he is running to
> put pressure on the Democrats from the left and (b) he expects to draw
> a lot of support from disaffected Repubs and independents, so the Dems
> don't have to worry that he will queer their pitch. Which is it? Or
> does he really think he can do both simultaneously?
Given the generally confused rationales of Nader and his supporters (past and present), I'd say he probably really does "think he can do both simultaneously." Walt and F Scott would approve.
-- Luke