The numbers suggest that a case could be made for Mr. Gore in 2008 ... though it's a little unclear what he may have in mind. Clearly, he is someone to be watched, especially as an alternative to Hillary Clinton.

Al Gore definitely seems to be stirring things up. He's clearly pitching hard, though it's a little unclear what he may have in mind.

The goals are not incompatible. But first things first. New York is a very blue state and for a primary and general election, putting yourself at that level does nothing to lower his chances by any means ... that becomes part of his contrast with the Democratic and Republican challengers. It widens the stature gap.

Clinton goes in with an advantage over Lazio. He gets the anti-Hillary vote, but that doesn't get him the kinds of numbers he ultimately needs.

Clinton goes in with an advantage over Lazio, ... He gets the anti-Hillary vote, but that doesn't get him the kinds of numbers he ultimately needs.

I think Hillary probably has been counting on a gang of them coming after her. And, of course, she probably has been counting on the gang all being (men).