re: #93 calochortus

I think there is a very small grain of truth here-McAuliffe is unpopular-just less unpopular than Cuchinelli. If he does a lousy job as governor, perhaps it will make the generic GOP look better.
However, as you say, have a close ally and very good fundraiser as governor of a swing state is not usually considered a drawback.

True but in grudging defense of the man, he has chosen to surround himself with capable advisers.