I don't think that this is a "big hit" for Dean, but it may siphon off a few points here or there and with the Iowa Caucuses getting tighter statistically, it could propel Gephardt into first place. This could change the climate of the primary taking the "crowned prince" image away from Dean.
I have to agree that this was an astute political ploy by Sharpton, who is simply trying to get enough delegates in the primaries to have a say in the party platform come convention time.
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