As a politician, you have to deal with someone wanting you to fail every day. I think I prefer being in a situation where generally people are rooting for me, and if they aren't rooting for me, they aren't out there to see my downfall. I respect the people who have the stomach for it.
Misery's fine - as long as you know you can get out of it when you want to.
I know what I did and how I accomplished it. I am proud of it and know that it was done with integrity.