Now the liberal netroots are frustrated with Obama as they sense him slipping away from them and towards a deference to other organs of political power, like Fox News.

There is no doubt that Obama needs to move towards the Dem establishment. He needs to mend fences with lots of folks in the media too.

He got to this far by being acceptable to some sections of the Party but some other sections are important too. It would be a mistake to not go after the Hillary constituency or her support groups in the Democratic Party.

I think going on Fox is perhaps his first move towards expanding his base. He also needs to stay within the acceptable Foreign policy parameters in Washington, DC.

Obama will have to approach Hillary supporters to end her challenge. He needs to massage his message to make it acceptable to the Hillary supporters in the party.

I think netroots would not be too upset, if he broadens his message or approaches the other groups.

Posted at April 27, 2008 9:28 PM in response to Gravity Puts Dent in Obama Momentum