So, If Kerry is Papa Bear....

Jodi Wilgoren looks at the Dean fairy tale turning grim.

"...senior campaign aides huddled at their headquarters here searching for a second act. They were stuck in a kind of Goldilocks syndrome, aware that Monday night's shouting by Dr. Dean was too hot, and Tuesday morning's rebound too cold. But they were still somewhat divided about what to do."

And with Carol Mosely Braun out of the race, who has to play Mama Bear?