Rudy is a drug warrior, but other than that he was and is the most liberal capitalist candidate in the race. Until recently he consistently out-polled both Clinton and Obama, and if Rudy added Fred Thompson as VP, even a Clinton/Obama ticket would be dead meat. Giuliani has also consistently polled as the most likable candidate on either side. That’s every bit as important as anything else in general elections.

Chris, I’m pretty sure early/absentee votes are counted with election day votes. Early voting in Florida started two weeks ago and ends today. Absentee ballots can be presented as late as 7pm on election day.

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peter.

But – as someone who will be unhappy with the policies of a President Obama, and someone who will be despairing at the policies and the character (character; what character?!?) of a President H.R. Clinton – I do hope that Rudy still has a chance.

It was my opinion and continues to be my belief that Rudy has the best chance of any Republican to win in a general election. So – when people express themselves in a primary or a caucus, they should think not only about who is their favorite Republican candidate. They should think about whether they want President Obama, President Clinton – or President Rudy. This may really be the ultimate choice.

it’s possible Rudy can absolutely stink on Tuesday yet still win due to early/absentee ballots cast for him back when he was fab.

when would we know this? Are the absentee ballots already counted and will be added to the vote totals the day of the primary?