On the recordApril 28, 2004
In an election with the incumbent on the ballot, especially a polarizing incumbent, it's always about the incumbent.
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transcripts.cnn.comIn an election with the incumbent on the ballot, especially a polarizing incumbent, it's always about the incumbent.
Explaining the dynamics of elections involving incumbents.
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