Reply #108: In a better world? [View All]

[Skwmom]

Okay, I can agree with Dennis but Dean?


I respectfully disagree. Dean is arrogant and his record does not support the "candidate Dean" picture he has painted for his followers. Furthermore, he uses push polls and borrowed slogans (I'm from the Democratic wing of the Democratic party and Bushlite) to attack his opponents (this message kind of reminds me of Nader -there is no difference between Dems and Repubs and only serves to fracture the party and seems rather hypocritical when you actually look at Dean's record). Plus, based on a review of Dean's prior political moves, I find it incredibly hard to believe that Dean actually would have voted against the war resolution if he was in Congress. In addition, anyone who would think that an acceptable fix for SS is to move the retirement age to 70 is basically lacking in empathy for his fellow man (alot of people could not physically work their jobs until they were 70 and he as a doctor should realize that).

Also in reference to your statement (The only reason the media paints him as an 'ultra-liberal' is because he speaks up, and speaks loud, and speaks well.) I think Dean has helped with this impression (the media is certainly not the "only" reason).

With that said, do I think Clark is our best bet? Hell yes. If Dean (who hit the ski slopes instead of Vietnam) is the nominee and we have another attack before the general election (and it would be the type of attack that is difficult to prevent) Dean is certainly toast! Even without an attack the voters will want someone who is strong on defense.

Ignoring the defense angle, I still think Clark is the right man for the job. I believe Clark is the "real deal" and hope like hell that he is the nominee.