"The more powerful, relevant, and so-far neglected story is, the Democratic leadership did not rush to condemn his insults and praise our men and women in uniform."
Another example of how tolerant Democrats are of one of their own. poster SuzanneC reminded us how intolerant Democrats and the MSM was last week of Rush's comments. Santorum reminded Imus this morning, how intolerant Democrats (and Republicans) were, of Trent Lott's comments that cost him his senate position.
I'm reminded how important a "intentions" are to liberals. Kerry didn't intend to insult soldiers, Clinton didn't intend to hurt his wife and daughter, and Kennedy didn't intend to drown Mary Jo Kopechne. So.....all's forgiven...unless you are a Republican!
I feel ashamed to nitpick your fine post, but Mary Jo didn't drown. She suffocated to death after being abandoned in a submerged car. The full horror of Kennedy's actions are that Mary Jo was still alive while Teddy was busy doing damage control.
Yes, the silence from the vast majority of Democrats is deafening. Why? BECAUSE SECRETLY THIS IS THE WAY ALMOST ALL OF THEM FEEL ABOUT THE MILITARY.
On a good day, they can barely hide their contempt for those who serve. That's why military members overwhelmingly vote Republican--the loathing is mutual.
The Democrats aren't sorry John Kerry said it, they're sorry he said it so close to an election.