Democratic commentator Mark Shields reminds Sen. Barack Obama--and frankly, all political candidates--that elections aren't about them but about the voters.

Shields is afraid Barack is going to make the same mistakes that Vice President Walter Mondale and Senators John Kerry and Hillary Clinton made, saying they were ready to be President.

The nugget:

The identical mistake was made in the messages sent, a quarter century apart, by these two Democrats: A presidential campaign -- especially a successful campaign that will enable the winner to lead the nation -- is not about the candidate; a successful presidential campaign is about the voters. It's also obviously about the country, the future and the differences with your opponent.

It's an important reminder for all candidates in all parties at all levels--it's about the voters, stupid.

Cross posted to Kansas Watch and South Dakota Watch.

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