In August 2003, Joe Lieberman was leading the pack. In a matter of months, John Kerry went from a low-polling long shot to the de facto Democratic nominee.
Barack Obama was trailing by double digits until he won the Iowa Caucus.
Early polls weren’t predictive of how things would develop and change on the campaign trail over the course of weeks and months.
We know that Michael is just getting started, but today we’re facing two critical deadlines: a public reporting deadline and a debate qualifier threshold.
Despite coming into this race later than many of the other candidates, our campaign has made incredible progress, and we continue to build support across the country.
Since Michael hasn’t spent a lifetime in politics, many people didn't know him when he announced his candidacy — but they’re paying attention now!
Now we’re planning for what comes next.
As a senator from a purple state, Michael has never known an easy election, and he’s ready to continue this fight.