I’m sure you are correct that Fred needed way more “machine” than just the pick-up truck– something that would be obvious to a person with a lust for power, but less so to one who merely wishes to serve his country. And I agree that Fred’s contribution to the debate was tremendous– while it lasted. Sadly, he found his stride so late that his contribution may soon be a distant memory. I wish he had stayed on for at least another month or so, win or lose. I was moved to donate money only last week because he was finally being so effective — many others did the same. His S. Carolina finish seemed a reason for optimism, not retreat. I’m still rather stunned that he left just as things were looking up. Had he stayed in the race I think he’d have generated the funds to cover the battle for many weeks to come, and we’d all be the better for it. His period of maximum influence was so short I fear the consensus will be that it was wasted.
