CAMPAIGN DRAMA ROCKS DEMOCRATS -Drudge Alert

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[BJungNan]

CAMPAIGN DRAMA ROCKS DEMOCRATS -Drudge Alert (Thread II)
CAMPAIGN DRAMA ROCKS DEMOCRATS

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Update 1:

CAMPAIGN DRAMA ROCKS DEMOCRATS: KERRY FIGHTS OFF MEDIA PROBE OF RECENT ALLEGED INFIDELITY, RIVALS PREDICT RUIN

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Update 2:

CAMPAIGN DRAMA ROCKS DEMOCRATS: KERRY FIGHTS OFF MEDIA PROBE OF RECENT ALLEGED INFIDELITY, RIVALS PREDICT RUIN

**World Exclusive**
**Must Credit the DRUDGE REPORT**

A frantic behind-the-scenes drama is unfolding around Sen. John Kerry and his quest to lockup the Democratic nomination for president, the DRUDGE REPORT can reveal.

Intrigue surrounds a woman who recently fled the country, reportedly at the prodding of Kerry, the DRUDGE REPORT has learned.

A serious investigation of the woman and the nature of her relationship with Sen. John Kerry has been underway at TIME magazine, ABC NEWS, the WASHINGTON POST and the ASSOCIATED PRESS, where the woman in question once worked.

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A close friend of the woman first approached a reporter late last year claiming fantastic stories -- stories that now threaten to turn the race for the presidency on its head!

In an off-the-record conversation with a dozen reporters earlier this week, General Wesley Clark plainly stated: "Kerry will implode over an intern issue." [Three reporters in attendance confirm Clark made the startling comments.]

The Kerry commotion is why Howard Dean has turned increasingly aggressive against Kerry in recent days, and is the key reason why Dean reversed his decision not to drop out of the race after Wisconsin, top campaign sources tell the DRUDGE REPORT.

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Update 3

FROM CONRESSIONAL QUARTERLY'S CRAIG CRAWFORD: 'Drudge item on Kerry intern issue is something Chris Lehane (clark press secy) has shopped around for a long time -- it was one reason the Gore vetters in 2000 shied away from Kerry as a running mate choice -- their conclusion that it wasn't bad enough to disqualify him, except for the fact that they couldn't risk it as they were trying so hard to distance themselves from Clinton's personal failings (note: Lehane worked for Gore at the time -- and briefly advised Kerry during this campaign). The Kerry camp has long expected to deal with this, and have assured party leaders they can handle it'...

[Neets]

I DO, I DO!!!!

[lunatic12]

It's an INTERN

[rintense]

I've said all along, beware of the stealth candidate. Looks like Edwards will be the big winner here. But, a Dean vs. Edwards remaining race may fracture the Democrats beyond all expectations.

[Peach]

Thanks....waiting....

[Strider]

I'm sorry to report that it is photoshopped.

[Cate]

Thanks Matt... now I can go to bed and have a NIGHTMARE about JOHN KERRY AND SOME FACELESS WOMAN HAVING SEX. I WANTED A DIFFERENT SCENARIO TO GO TO SLEEP WITH. Ok, I'm done yelling. But I am going to bed after I brush my teeth and shake this horrible vision floating around in my head. yuck.

[WinOne4TheGipper]

So what we have is a philanderer running against a morally upright guy named George Bush? Hope the outcome isn't the same as last time...

[Alberta's Child]

Look for the media to do NOTHING with this story.

There's a huge difference here. In Clinton's case, it was portrayed as an "us (Dems) vs. them (GOP)" story. Because this is a primary race, there are going to be a lot of Democratic voters who may not care about Kerry's personal life at all -- but we are still early enough in the process that the party still has options to dump a "damaged" candidate.

[TBall]

This sucks. Edwards is going to be much harder to beat than Kerry.

[McGruff]

Ah, this reminds me of the good old days.

[USA4ME]

I just saw skinner (admin) post some thing and wanted to throw it in his face. They're naturally paranoid anyway, might as well perpetuate it.

[mountaineer]

This certainly clears the way for Dennis Kucinich. Everyone knows no woman will have anything to do with him.

[Hollywoodghost]

Kerry does speak French. The French LOVE him just as they hate Bush (wonder why?).

[CWW]

It's only sex. Move on. Nothing to see here!

[dep]

the spat between Ickes and Shrum

looks like this is right: some intenr apparently spat his ickes all over her shrum.

[bray]

Yaaawn Cash & Kerry has decided not to run for President, but Premier of the Soviet Union???

Pray for W and Our Troops

[epluribus_2]

Relax Rats - It's only about Sex!

(bpltt!...healthcare! jobs!...Osama...)

[hilaryrhymeswithrich]

Oh my.......almost wet myself from laughing so hard (hey man, three kids take a toll on the ol bladder!!!!)

[Salvation]

**Getting the same thing down here in Bama. Don Markwell is reporting his sources are telling him to be ready for something devestating to Kerry today.**

This is the third source so far........what is it?

[Right Wing Professor]

Hmmmm, if they get a quickie divorce, he gets a boatload of money ( alimony, etc. ) .

One word: prenup. He gets nuzzing, nuzzing.