[RepTazman]

Yet in the state of NY and NJ, having witnessed 9/11 in close proximity, bush trials and will probably loose the vote.

One would think that NYC having gone through that would support Bush overwhelmingly.

So disappointing...

[jwalburg]

Interesting article. Last three paragraphs sum it up nicely after an awkward beginning.

[Coldwater Creek]

Yeah! The last Democrat really protected us didn't he? I will never trust the safety of my family and country to anyone like Bill Clinton, Jimmy Carter or John Kerry. If Kerry is elected it will be the same as sending out invitations to the terrorist to come on over and destroy us completely.

[rockrr]

This guy's a dink.

"I am not at all averse to giving a Democrat a shot. In fact, a Democrat might be better able to sell skeptics abroad and at home on the need for toughness."

They stopped making those YEARS ago!

[mombrown1]

We forced democracy on two countries after WWII - Germany and Japan. So far so good.

[anoldafvet]

"I voted for John McCain in the primaries four years ago"

I stopped reading at this point.

[Restorer]

Kerry also would redouble efforts to reach a deal with North Korea and Iran despite their unwillingness to abide by earlier accords.

This reminds me of the wife who repeatedly goes back to her husband when he promises not to beat her any more.

Would someone please explain to me what the point is of negotiating with people you know are not going to keep their word?