Posted on 08/14/2004 6:16:31 AM PDT by veronica
Why not wait till something happens and then criticize him for inaction?
WRONG! One jobs number DOES NOT an entire economy make.
There have already been storm-related deaths in eastern NC. There is no record of either Edwards or Kerry having visited wounded Iraqi soldiers, so unless there is an occasion for a photo-op, we will not see Edwards in NC, where he has seldom been during his senatorial "career."
Who was criticizing? I just asked a question.
I see the Democrats doing this all the time. At some point he will have to do something. Unlike Bush who had the War on Terror tossed into his lap on 9/11, Mr. Edwards has a couple of days to plan and participate in emergency education broadcasts for his state.
You know, getting on the news and discussing with North Carolina's people the basic safety procedures, etc.
So, if he hasn't interrupted his campaign - that is a form of inaction.
I think another salient point about Bush is that he is very tough, but quietly so. His jocular, relaxed manner hides a steely and ruthless inner core. Very handy type of personality for a politician.
Of course, God can do anything...if He wills to do it. The way the US has treated God the last 30 years, why should He help us?
I suspect they will include Laura in lots of events and ads. Terezzzzzzzzza is such a mess, a kook, while Laura is refined, and neat as a pin. The comparison will help Bush enormously.
yet to inoculate him from his anti-war screeds, they have chosen the pro viet vets soldiers to surround him.
they have tried to take away 9/11 from bush by declaring it opportunistic, as if it has NOT affected the economy (actually heard paul krugman say the other day that 9/11 was THREE YEARS AGO, as if 9/11 has NOT influenced today's economy regarding security, the war, defense...and the man is supposed to be an economist!)
they have made bush's "war" record an issue without releasing kerry's complete military records.
they tried to blame 9/11 on bush by putting gorelick on the 9/11 commission and distancing themselves from intelligence responsibilities by removing documents from the records. too bad sandy berger got caught.
considering the paucity of talent on the part of their candidate, kerry's team has done an excellent job. the problem is it falls apart every time the candidate opens his mouth. and the swift vets are making inroads, in spite of the ridiculous anti-coverage they receive from the mainstream press. too many of them to fight.
personally i can't stand the thought of that contemptuous pompadoured strutting popinjay booming his depressing and ludicrous decrees concerning this most magnificent of countries for the next four years.
Who is Jo Biden? Did Senator Biden undergo a sex change and become Jo instead of Joe?
But that false front is already falling apart, as you rightly stated, because it's based on lies.
And the pressure on Kerry will only intensify, from here on in.
"I'm not even sure God can help us that much."
To paraphrase Mr. Lincoln, I hope to have God on our side, but I MUST have Ohio and Florida.
Bush should pour money and aid into Florida now. He has an opportunity to be a leader regarding the hurricane, and pick up votes. And of course Jeb is front and center. Can't hurt...
Exactly what campaigns is Kerry a veteran of? He was a lefty liberal in lefty liberal safe Taxachussetts. To the extent he had tough campaigns, they were self inflicted...he should have been totally safe; only his incompetent campaigning made them close.
Massachusets republicans are on the endangered species list.
Are you a Christian? If yes, open your bible and start reading again. You must have lost your faith!
And meanwhile, make a difference in your corner of the world by talking to people, helping them register to vote, handing them good articles, etc etc.
Bush runs circles around Kerry. Then Kerry recognizes the circles and immediately flips them, for he cannot resist the temptation.
If Kerry had won in a Republican or moderate state, he would be a more credible candidate. He still should not be underestimated. He seems to be totally without scruples.
Does anyone know the comment from Bush that is being referenced here? I suspect if it was really that 'similar' our press would have already put it in the headlines...
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