Reply #42: to clarify [View All]

[Zomby Woof]

I made up my mind about Dean based on his stands on the issues. But I know that many people on the fence who can, and will, be put off by the antics of some (key word: some) of his supporters. It is unfortunate, but inevitable. We don't all do our homework.

I trust most undecideds will look at Dean for the ISSUES, and not the personality, but don't discount its influence, right or wrong. I do take shots at his persona, because it is part of the package, because we don't just vote for soundbites and policy points either - and I have to ask, "Can we do better to beat Bush?" It is a valid question, and I don't give a goddamn who you support. It's valid.

Many Christians are Christian despite the behavior of some evangelists. They look at the message instead of the messenger. (I am not a Christian, for purposes of disclosure and fair debate). But there's something to be said for a messenger that makes the message more palatable, and many Dean supporters won't win potential new supporters, which could be unfair to Dean, because like all candidates, he should have his message listened to first before one makes up their mind.