Could a late Al Gore surprise result in a brokered Dem Convention?

[RiverStone]

I'm not a political science major, so please excuse my lack of understanding the nuances of what I'm asking. At a brokered Convention, which historically is a very rare occurrence, deals are "brokered" to release delegates from their commitment to a particular person. Per wiki:

The last attempt to release delegates from their candidates came in 1980, when Senator Ted Kennedy sought the votes of delegates held by incumbent Democrat Jimmy Carter. The last major party convention whose outcome was in doubt was the 1976 Republican National Convention, when former California Governor Ronald Reagan nearly won the nomination away from the incumbent, Gerald Ford.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._presidential_nominating_convention

So lets say Al Gore makes a shocking late entry into the race, even after some of the Primaries. I do believe that the resulting tidal wave of financial support, volunteer commitments, and bumper sticker replacement orders would be unprecedented in American politics. Al is the ONLY candidate I would exchange my vote for DK with. I'd speculate there would be lots of folks switching alliances if Al made a late entry. This could create all sorts of chaos at the convention; or then again, one could say all sorts of wonderful possibilities. Guess that is a matter of perspective.

I hold out very little hope that Al will jump in at all; but I will admit to signing the petition at http://draftgore.com/

QUESTION: Is a brokered Dem Convention a political pipe dream, or is it a possibility? :shrug:

[Uncle Joe]

1. Thanks for signing the petition, Riverstone

I would say a brokered convention is a possibility but it's a long shot. My favorite scenario is for Al Gore to run and win outright, which I believe to be a fair probability.

[movonne]

2. I also signed the petition and proud to do so...I think he could

even bring our party back together again..(the libs and the dlc)that's a big maybe..

[Uncle Joe]

4. Thanks movonne,

and I agree with your analysis.

[RiverStone]

3. Your Welcome , I just can't seem to totally let go of the hope

Believe me, I've tried to tell myself to chill on this whole Al Gore thing. Quite a few states (Nevada, Michigan, New Hampshire as example) have active petition drives to get Al's name on the ballot; regardless if he declares or not. I question if that ultimately is respectful of the man's personal wishes - I mean, we don't want to drag anybody into a race NOT of their own choosing.

On the flip side, I do see Al as the true heir to the thrown (that SCOTUS unlawfully took from him).
And as much as I admire and appreciate DK, I can't fathom another living soul better suited to lead our nation then Al Gore.

I figure until I hear a different name announced as our party's nominee at the convention, I'll be holding out a glimmer of hope for Al. Damn, I just can't help myself! :)

[Nutmegger]

5. R&K...

... For Gore.

:kick::kick::kick::applause::kick::kick::kick:

[eridani]

6. All issue activists that I know of would LOVE a brokered convention

Let's see now, Candidate X--what will you agree to do in office on my issue if I cast my vote for your nomination?

[Blue_In_AK]

7. I signed, too.

I would love to see Al Gore as our candidate, much more than any of the others.