As a longtime political operative, I know firsthand how a vote here or a vote there can make a huge difference in a close election.

Rehearsals make a huge difference.

Even the smallest gesture can make a huge difference.

Being on one crutch to no crutches is a huge difference.

This has made a huge difference, but it hasn't spoilt anything.

The only way he doesn't show up here is if he's in jail there. There is a huge difference between surrendering and having a warrant out for your arrest. He has to appear in Atlanta or everything gets a lot worse.