I have to say, that phone call transcript makes Talbot look even more like an egotistical jerk than Nader. Can he possibly believe that Salon is the only one scrutinizing Nader? I also don't understand the "anti-gay groups are supporting you" thing (which Dean also hammered on in the debate), or condemning the Reform Party endorsement.

As for your first link, besides it being just anecdotal evidence, why is he looking for Republicans in New England?