(Written in response to someone who asked on Facebook what I think of Hoeffel for governor) I'm generally cautious by nature. I've often gone with the "most electable" and "more moderate" Dem candidate in primaries because I don't want to risk losing a key district or statewide office. But I'm planning to vote for Joe Hoeffel for governor in the primary. I expect to support the Democratic nominee even if it's not Hoeffel, but Joe Hoeffel is my first choice. My reasons go beyond him being the only Democrat running who supports full marriage equality. I think Hoeffel has the best position on several major issues and is showing more leadership on those issues.
I don't really buy the "Joe can't win" talk. I remember thinking in 2002 there was no way "liberal Philadelphian" Ed Rendell could win the Democratic nomination, let alone beat a Republican for governor. I'm glad I was wrong about that. :-) Yes, Joe's behind in fundraising right now, but if he does win the primary, I think the party would unite to help him raise enough to be competitive with the Republican nominee.
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