Originally Posted By: Matter-eater Man
Yep, he was the first southern elected to President in a long time.


Still, being a Democrat it blows apart your assertion. As a matter of fact, it wasn't until the 90's that Mississippi elected its first Republican governor since reconstruction. And the Southern states were split for Clinton in both elections in the 90's. Not much of a stronghold there.

whomod said: I generally don't like it when people decide to play by the rules against people who don't play by the rules.
It tends to put you immediately at a disadvantage and IMO is a sign of true weakness.
This is true both in politics and on the internet."

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