“Why—I ain’t noticed anything wrong.”
“Who will the Republicans nominate?”
Amos chuckled. “Gawd, Chase, I wish I knew.”
“They’ll need a strong man, Amos. The country’s swinging again.”
The Congressman looked at Chase, and he grinned. “Chase,” he said, “you’re a funny Democrat.”
“Why? I—”
“I guess you’re one of these waiting Democrats—eh?”
Chase looked confused. “I.... What’s that?”
“Figuring there’s bound to be a swing some day—and when it comes, you’ll be there and waiting,” Amos nodded. “You’re right, too. Bound to be a swing some day.”
“I’m a Democrat from conviction, Amos. The Democratic party....”