Defiant Heart
“said Bob Chapman, wiping the corner of his mouth with a napkin. The older man sat back to allow his plate to be taken away. Then he leaned forward again. “And I’m ready to get behind someone I think can take the damn seat away from the Democrats. But it’s all about the money. Do you have any idea how expensive it would be to mount this kind of challenge? We’re not just talking about an incumbent. We’re talking about a guy who’s spent practically half his life in Congress. Hell, he raises money ...going to the toilet.”Jim Dahlgren nodded soberly. Inside, however, he was excited. He had carefully led Chapman to this point through the entire dinner. Just a little bit further.“So,” Dahlgren said, thoughtfully, “you think if I could match Barker in fundraising, you’d be in a position to put your support behind me?”“In a heartbeat.”Bingo.They were dining at the Lodge. Unfortunately, it was too cold to sit out on the veranda, so they were in the main room, a comfortable, wood-paneled space that nevertheless provided an expansive view of the river through a series of large windows, or at least it had until the sun had set.MoreLess
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