[Guenevere]

The one person who deservedly got the attention of the audience was a local physician with decidedly strong values and fearless in expressing them...(also a veteran!!)

...he was articulate, passionate and I could have listened to him all night.

And you're right....my congressman is 'timid' and I think he didn't trust his audience to allow them a voice.

No doubt there were probably some rabble rousers there, but good mercy, there were plenty of police in attendance and 'event security'....

[Miss Marple]

One of the reasons Sarah Palin is so popular is because she has a "take no prisoners" attitude. That is what people want, not the "bi-partisanship" of McCain or Lugar (spit...my senator).

When the men prove weak and unable to muster the courage to fight, there often arises a warrior queen. Boudacea of Britain and Joan of Arc come to mind.

Well, back to my mundane chores. Floors still await mopping, no matter how much I wish the elves would appear and do it for me.