(Guest Post by Steve Benen, The Carpetbagger Report)

It's been about a week since DSCC Chairman Chuck Schumer hinted that he's likely support Sen. Joe Lieberman, even if Lieberman loses a Democratic primary. So, where's the party now? According to a report in today's Roll Call, Dem leaders are still confused about what happens next, but some insiders realize they can't turn their back on Ned Lamont if he wins the primary. A senior Democratic aide said:

"If the DSCC and the establishment support a Lieberman Independent bid, it would send a message to state parties that they don't matter anymore. That would be devastating. Lieberman needs to run in the primary, follow the rules, and work hard for a win. Any other option should be off the table."

And yet, as of now, the possibility remains very much on the table, though the party leadership is taking more of a we'll-jump-off-that-bridge-when-we-get-to-it approach. Stay tuned.

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