From Lincoln, he understands the importance of being pragmatic, of being willing to sacrifice one's ideals inquest of achieving a common understanding beyond social divide.
With his goals helping Togo to second place in Group One, Adebayor's form will be vital in the Hawks' quest to reach the Cup of Nations finals in Egypt.
Wellstone was considered one of the Democrats' most endangered incumbents and had been one of the GOP's major targets in its quest to take back control of the Senate.
Wigan's performance was a battling one - which should give them heart in their quest to avoid the drop - but it also showcased enough fluency and ability to make one wonder why even with this point they remain in the relegation zone, albeit only on goal difference.