As the Democrats continue through the process of choosing a new Chairman of the Democratic National Committee, The New York Times Adam Nagourney reports that they are finally focusing on winning rather than ideology. He writes:

But for all the talk about ideas and issues by symbols of two sides of the Democratic spectrum, the fight to lead the Democratic National Committee is increasingly being viewed by Democrats less as a measure of where to go ideologically and more as an old-fashioned test of logistics, management skills and popularity.

For all the talk about abortion, gay marriage and national security, the 447 Democratic committee members who will choose the next chairman on Feb. 12 seem more concerned now over how Republicans outgunned them in November, despite the efforts of Terry McAuliffe, the departing chairman, which were widely applauded by Democrats.

And as seven potential candidates prepare to appear before Democratic leaders at a forum in St. Louis on Saturday, party officials are making clear they are looking for someone to make them competitive over the next four years.

McAuliffe did a fantastic job bringing the Democrats to near parity with the Republicans in terms of fundraising and infrastructure so now it's time for someone with the forsight and tactical expertiece to help the party win across the nation. It's about time the party members began chosing on ability rather than ideology.