Reply #10: Here's Why (My Theory) [View All]

Presidents are often the most admired man, just as first ladies are often most admired women.

Let's say you polled 50 Republicans and 50 Democrats about Most Admired Man. I know it doesn't exactly work this way, but just for my example. Now, most of the Republicans think Dubya is doing a super-duper job so they're going to vote for him. Others may even be somewhat dissatisfied with the job he is doing, but still say they admire him 'cos they sort of respect what he is trying to do. Others, like Democrats may think he's doing an absolutely horrible job. Now, who is our most admired man? Some of those disgruntled Republicans are going to say John McCain, others might say Bill Gates. Who are Democrats going to name? John Kerry, Jimmy Carter, Bono, etc...

The not Dubya vote is divided, while his vote is strong.