Let’s say that Romney wins today. He’ll win in Nevada, but the road looks very tough in South Carolina. Down there, Fred is experiencing a revival — er, a “vival,” anyway — and McCain holds the lead. Florida is Giuliani versus McCain right now. Then comes Super Tuesday, and (I believe) chaos, if there isn’t a clear leader by then.

What does chaos do for the GOP? On the one hand, it straps the GOP candidates for cash. It could be very damaging in some ways, as there won’t be lots of time to unify around a consensus candidate. The Democrats will surely have one by Feb. 5.

On the other hand, what does it mean for the Democrats if their guy is chosen early? If it’s Hillary, then Republican fundraising could go through the roof. Congressional races could start looking better over the Summer. Republican candidates for president will team up — announce their running mates in advance — to broaden their appeal in the late races. All may not be lost, it could even turn out to be a good thing.