During his appearance on NBC's Meet the Press this morning, Tim Russert asked Howard Dean about Dean's support for self-described socialist Bernie Sanders' senate run.

Dean argued with Russert about whether Sanders is really a socialist. Russert pointed out that Sanders describes himself as a socialist. Dean said, "He's basically a liberal Demcorat."

So there you have it - socialists and liberal Democrats are indistinguishable. That's what we thought, but now we have confirmation straight from the mouth of the DNC chairman himself.

Captain's Quarters has more on Dean's appearance on MTP.

Update: Jackson's Junction has the video