Quote from quietriotrader:
I believe so.
First, why did Bob Dole lose to Clinton in '96?
Answer that one for better clarification onto why McCain may lose to Obama.
Secondly, I believe John McCain and his campaign have lots of similarities to Dole and Dole's campaign.
Here they are:
1.Both were/are considered "oldest" nominee to run
2.Both were decorated war heroes
3.Both republicans in unfavorable times
4.Both have those bad tempers
5.They are both running against a young perceived "inexperienced" and "change" candidates ie. McCain/Obama - Dole/Clinton. And usually the general public loves the underdog like Obama and like Clinton.
What are the thoughts?
Wrong, dummy. Clinton was an incumbant with great ratings, which gave him a huge advantage. Has nothing to do with the other factors you have given.

