George W versus John McCain. Have you considered?
In 2000 the GOP chose Bush over McCain. How could they expect McCain to win in 2008 if he was second choice to the man every one wanted shut of. Including his own Party in 2012. GOP you brought it on your selves.
PoBoy, do you really think it was only John McCain that chose Paulin? The GOP were choosing cannon fodder in a race they knew they would lose
Bad choices go in both parties. Hillary might have won in 2004 but didn't have the guts. Edwards should have been the Candidate but DNC chose the Swiftboater.
That would be Jane's friend the Medal Tosser.