Chris Bowers is bothered by the “creepy cult of personality around [Al Gore], and the constant, deep hermeneutical readings of anything that Gore does or says to be an indication that he is running.” I don’t know that I’d go so far as to compare it to those awaiting the Rapture, but in general, I think Bowers is correct.
Before I make this point, a couple disclaimers: Writing my profile of Gore convinced me that he’s a genuinely rare individual, and head-and-shoulders above any other politician on the scene in his ability to see around the bend and accurately analyze trends shaping public policy. I also don’t think, at this point that he should run, as it’s too late, and if he loses, he’ll sacrifice much of what he’s worked for.
