Reply #18: Wow! Excellent observation! Everybody knows now HHH was wrong... [View All]

[Merlin]

to stick with LBJ in supporting the Vietnam war. Kerry himself would have been vehemently opposed to HHH's position in '68.

The problem with Kerry's position is he's not making it clear that he opposes this war. He's way too lenient in his criticisms of Bush.

He considers himself outspoken when he draws a subtle distinction. But Americans want him to draw some very clear lines in the sand and make a strong stand. That would be leadership. What Kerry is offering now is lukewarm ivory tower criticism--something the young Kerry would have railed against.