Trial Lawyer Image to be Presidential Campaign Issue

The Times-Picayune reports on John Kerry's selection of John Edwards as a running mate. Specifically, the article notes that the democratic ticket can expect a full-on assault on trial lawyers, but that Edwards populist image could have a positive impact here:

"In parts of the country where labor unions are weak, especially in the South, trial lawyers are seen as standing up for the little guy," said David Mark, editor of Campaigns & Elections Magazine. "It could make a difference in Louisiana."

Posted by AJR at July 7, 2004 08:43 AM