Is Daniel Libit's Politico article on the possibilities of Obama's massive, unprecedented email list.
A number of well-positioned Democrats point to health care as a key issue for which Obama's list could make the difference. But for it to ultimately be effective, the list will have to be organized and managed effectively. And Democrats concede that communicating with supporters in non election years has never been the party's forte. Neither, for that matter, have its national organizing efforts in general.
Of course, that's partly because in the past, the Democratic Party hasn't actually nominated the candidate with the most innovating, grassroots, media savvy organization. (Think Howard Dean 2004). From its conduct in the caucus states to its fundraising prowess, the Obama team has shown every indication that it will surpass previous Dem nominees in these ways.
--Dana Goldstein
