the "rank & file" of the tea party probably have a lot in common with OWS sentiments. All that is implied here is that Individuals formerly caught up in the tea party frenzy may be now realizing the mistake... just like alot of liberals are realizing the mistake of counting on Obama... we have some common interests. why not unite on these common interests and win something instead of remaining divided by details and lose everything.

I think this is Lawrence's point.