Correct! "Global Test" was not a word in the dictionary of most Americans. We tried the diplomacy/inclusion route and it failed. Americans know this. The moment that most Americans will remember is sKerry's admission that he would indeed ask permission the next time. Also, to say tha "America is not safer..." is a tough sell on a public that hasn't been attacked in thier own backyard since 9/11.
"America is not safer..."
I do not know why Bush did not jump on this.....he could have said, "Sen. Kerry, you are still standing here aren't you?"