[NeoCaveman]

I would hate to see a man like Kerry become CIC,appointer of judges;writing a budget.I sincerely believe we need every vote.

Kerry in the Whitehouse now that is a nightmare scenario.

I think the Republicans will be able to Dukakisize him....but good. And that will be fun to watch. What really scares me is Kerry stumbles and we have to deal with the slick shyster from the Carolinas. Yick.

Plus the good news: The president actually proposed budget cuts, real cuts finally, that helps my flagging (and it has flagged) morale a great deal. And I doubt I am the only one.

[MEG33]

I know,I listened to his comments and chastisements last week and it did give me hope.

I believe the last minute omnibus bill and the add
ons plus the war funding needed,had Bush in a box.Vetoing the bill and shutting down the government was not an option.I don't absolve Bush of all blame,however.

I'd like to see him publically shame them into passing a budget before the last minute.The bully pulpit needs polishing up and used more.

.I don't understand all the machinations of the Congress,but enough to know why we needed line item vetoes.