Wow, well, I will answer this one, as I have recently observed that it is very important chose words carefully...
Before you reply, I am not a Perry-hater...I am seeking information as he is a new entry into the field and I am not from TX or the South. Some have said he was opposed to Hillarycare and has been on the record as opposing National Health care efforts; well as he is a conservative, I would hope so, but I need to read those too and this is the only piece I have seen on his stand on health care, so I replied...
Perhaps “endorse” is too strong a word, but I don’t like the letter...what statements do I think come close to “endorsing Hillarycare”
1. “I think your efforts to reform...are most commendable”
2. I would like task force to give particular consideration to needs of farmers, ranchers, etc/
3. “...Your efforts are worthy...please don’t hesitate to contact me”
These statements certainly don’t condemn it and would not be contained in a letter I would have sent Hillary. I would not have been so positive and accommodating...I would not have been rude, but I would have expressed major concern...Had I been writing the letter, I might have noted that there are more efficient free-market private sector avenues for health care reform.
As I said, I am learning about all the candidates...Nov. 2012 is still a long way away
Let’s see....even in 1993 I knew the Clintons were trouble, partially because I the Little Rock newspaper was delivered to my house on behalf of the former owner.
I’m sure Perry knew about the Clintons, too.
And as a Southern, Western gentleman, I’m sure that it was in his nature to be polite and courtious in his correspondence, especially when he’s asking for consideration for his concerns.
Hillarycare did not yet exist beyond a draft at the point Perry writes to her.
Kicking hillery in the shin verbally would, and is, a stupid move if you want something from her.
No more. No less.
And if you’re going to criticize Perry for the words he uses, then your words are equally open for examination, right?
As you’ve conceded, he did not endorse hillarycare as the thread claims.