"They understand the importance of executing the blocking and tackling of political campaigns," said National Republican Congressional Committee Communications Director Ken Spain
Huh? I know that politics is a contact sport, but what blocking and tackling will Jon Runyan be doing of John Adler if he wins his party's nomination. There have been successful candidates with a football background like Jack Kemp, Steve Largent, Heath Shuler and JC Watts. But then you also have unsuccessful campaigns like that of Lynn Swann. Runyan's ability to articulate a message, have the resources necessary and connect with the voters will determine his success or failure. Runyan may turn out to be a good candidate, but his ability to block and tackle won't be a factor.
