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Thu Mar-18-04 11:34 AM
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:37 AM
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1. So based upon an online poll showing McCain doing well.. |
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we know want McCain?!?! That does it! I give up. :crazy:
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:45 AM
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It's actually funny. I would support anyone of the VP choices listed including McCain. McCain might be a republican, but he is a stand up guy.
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:37 AM
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:41 AM
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:38 AM
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3. I'll probably get flamed |
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but I think adding Clark to the ticket..quickly...would put an end to all this "soft on defense" bs.
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:45 AM
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8. I think the Republicans would convince voters that Kosovo was a mess and |
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that that's what you can expect with Democrats in charge. And because voters are already predisposed to thinking that Democrats are weaker on defense, they'll buy it.
And then we won't have anything else to run on.
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:52 AM
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Given what's happening in Iraq, I can't imagine why they'd want to try that.
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:19 PM
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clark isnt even being considered by the campaign from everything I have read and heard. I like Clark and even donated to get him in the race (though I still always supported Kerry) I thought he would be and was good for the primary. He will not be VP choice. There is too much chance to throw his previous support of the administration back in the dems face. I honestly don't even see him on a long list of possibilities at this point. They might and should use him in the campaign. I just dont see vp as even a chance
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:34 PM
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It looks to me like he's up front on the campaign trail for Kerry, and absolutely in the running for VP nod. As for "too much chance to throw his previous support of the administration back in the dems face," I can see how his words might have hurt him in the primaries among Democrats, but they could only *help* in the general election, by appealing to independents and disgruntled Republicans who once gave the Bush administration the benefit of the doubt and/or hoped they'd do a good job. It's a magnanimous view, and it puts his strong criticisms of the Bushies' foreign policy in even more highlighted perspective.
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:48 PM
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Thanks for your opinions. I appreciate the differing points of view.
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:56 PM
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That's not the same thing I've been reading! http://moderateindependent.com/v2i4runmate.htmlLooking At The Only Open Republican Line Of Attack, There Are Two Front-Runners To Be His First Pick – And Edwards Is Not One Of Them
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Personality-wise, Edwards is not much of a match for Kerry. And Edwards is not a second-seat type – in other words, he needs to be the head of the class, and there is nothing Kerry needs or wants less than someone who is not inclined to accepting a lower rank and taking orders.
More importantly, we already see the line of attack on Kerry, and – despite the Bush campaign’s explicit denial – it is an attack on his patriotism.
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So that leaves two picks that come to the forefront. Having been a Presidential candidate, General Wesley Clark is the obvious one that comes to mind. He is a decorated veteran, a southerner – bringing the main asset Edwards had as well – and showed a real ability to raise money and charm people on the campaign trail. He has looks, charisma, and leadership experience at the highest levels.
However there is a second choice that seems just as likely. During this campaign, the relationship shown between former-Senator Max Cleland and Kerry on the campaign trail – as Cleland has campaigned alongside John – has shown itself to be a deep felt and comfortable one. They seem like peas in a pod, two men who are on the same page.
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:22 PM
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The ratings-driven corporate media wants you to think there's a sense of urgency, but last I heard the election isn't until November and the Democratic Convention is in July. If we panic every time someone attacks Kerry we're just playing into Rove's hands. Kerry should probably pick a running mate before the end of May, but there's no rush.
Remember:
"Don't panic!" - Douglas Adams
"Don't believe the hype." - Public Enemy
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:46 PM
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Strong, thoughtful, compassionate, mature, cooperative, experienced leader, internationally respected, no senate baggage. Who can match his qualifications?
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Thu Mar-18-04 06:21 PM
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I think your's is the best description of General Clark I have seen. He would join Kerry in creating a team that could not be beat.
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:40 AM
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4. I think Bayh might be interesting |
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Here in Indiana, the Bayh family is very highly regarded. Another RED state turns BLUE! http://www.wgoeshome.com
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:47 AM
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9. Indiana isn't a swingstate |
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It's one of the states that if it's close, the election isn't. It won't go blue before pretty much every swingstate does.
I'll tell you one thing. Graham is the most popular democrat, if not politician, in Florida, a lameduck(we wouldn't lose another senate seat) and has 3 times almost the electoral votes of Indiana
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Thu Mar-18-04 01:01 PM
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28. It really hurts to say this |
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because I really like Bob Graham and early on wanted to support him. He's a great man but not a very good campaigner.
It really hurts to think that we won't have his wisdom in the White House or even as VP,.
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:43 AM
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6. Senator Blanche Lincoln of Arkansas |
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:51 AM
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What do you see in Blanche Lincoln?
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:48 AM
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the question here is: who do you prefer?
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:48 AM
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It would be ironic...after all the bitching about Bush/PNAC - and we elect a Skull and Boner and a Jew!
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:22 PM
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17. Are you implying that Jew = PNAC? |
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I think that would be wrong and unfair if so. It also would imply that opposition to the PNAC is anti-Semitic.
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:24 PM
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dont take it that seriously...I live in PA - Rendell is fine by me...
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:58 PM
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26. He doesn't wear it on his sleeve like Lieberman |
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I like Rendell too but would prefer him to remain governor.
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Thu Mar-18-04 11:54 AM
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14. I've Been a Huge Clark Supporter |
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So Clark.
However, my close second choice would be Gov. Bill Richardson of New Mexico. He has said that he does not want the Veep nomination, but I think he would be a phenomenal vice presidential candidate, and it would be nice to see a little diversity on the ticket.
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:42 PM
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21. Richardson would be the best! He has an extraordinary.. |
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resume! He would be the ultimate kick ass running mate..
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:40 PM
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General Clark is the hot ticket. I would be honoured to have such a government.
Clark Rocks.
Edwards is my 2nd. If the two of them could come to terms on how they can both join the administration, i'd have to open some bubbly. :-)
We're gonna win by coming together.
"Kerry & Clark - winning by coming together"
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Thu Mar-18-04 01:05 PM
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Thu Mar-18-04 12:52 PM
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24. Preference is for Edwards, but Clark would be great, too... |
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Edwards is a young 50, energetic and has a genius for connecting with people. He was the first Democratic candidate to take hits from * -- such is their fear of his talents.
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Thu Mar-18-04 01:00 PM
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27. VP Clark and Attorney General Edwards |
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with Dean in some kind of Cabinet position as well. Clark would make an A+ Secretary of State too.
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Thu Mar-18-04 01:27 PM
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30. No Nader, Dean, or Kucinich? |
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Thu Mar-18-04 06:23 PM
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32. General Wesley K. Clark |
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The best man for the job.
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