Nader Tells Democrats to Relax, Rejoice
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By SAM HANANEL, Associated Press Writer

WASHINGTON - Ralph Nader (news - web sites), facing the wrath of Democrats who blame him for Al Gore (news - web sites)'s loss in 2000, on Monday offered words of advice to party members who fear his candidacy will help re-elect President Bush (news - web sites).

"I urge the liberal establishment to relax and rejoice," Nader told reporters at a news conference. "This is a campaign that strives to displace the present corporate regime of the Bush administration."

Nader faces a daunting task in simply getting his name on the ballot in all 50 states. The consumer advocate, who turns 70 next week, is an independent without major party support or significant financial resources.

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relax, you've got a new competitor for the left wing. rejoice, you may well lose again because of him. good luck, dems.