In brief, minority leaders are key strategists in developing and promoting the party's agenda and in outlining ways to neutralize the opposition's arguments and proposals.
But his track record, his opposition's ability to play upon his weaknesses, and a fundamental disconnect with his potential constituents sealed his fate.
But, his castigation of the opposition's obstructionism was a reminder of the possible roadblocks, which could absolve the government of any lapse if the bills fail to become law.
