[Henrietta]

"The difference between R and D looks to be summed up for all practical purposes as nothing more than a slightly different rate of erosion of the Constitution."

Yes! And that's why we should all work diligently to get GWB elected, because at least we'll be boiled more slowly! (do I need to say that I'm being sarcastic, here?)

[newgeezer]

(do I need to say that I'm being sarcastic, here?)

It never hurts to spell it out. On the other hand, if left to chance, ... ;O)