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In reply to the discussion: Sen Kerry for cabinet anything is folly. [View all]karynnj
(59,466 posts)32. Kerry will then be said to be too old in 2016
It is completely uncalled for to speak of Kerry burying his "ego". The fact is that he was listed by many people as the obvious SOS in 2009 - but it was given to Clinton, who had far less foreign policy interest and experience. He has since quietly worked both as a Senator and as a surrogate diplomat for Obama - often with very little attention or praise. I can think of NO ONE at his level who less deserves to have people speaking of his "ego". He has been incredibly loyal to the party, the President and to Massachusetts.
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Sorry, but you know NOTHING about Massachusetts politics. I do. I don't want a special election
bluestate10
Nov 2012
#29
You are exactly right. Patrick can beat Brown in 2013, maybe. But Patrick will destroy Brown
bluestate10
Nov 2012
#30
No one thought that a Republican would win Teddy's seat but Brown did. That's why. n/t
Tx4obama
Nov 2012
#11
Somehow, you draw that Massachusetts Ds are invincible from that article. Seems like wishful
bluestate10
Nov 2012
#31
Kerry prepped for all 3, but they didn't prep much for first plus Axelrod stopped them when Kerry
JI7
Nov 2012
#18
I think it would be wise not to unseat any Democratic senator right now for a cabinet position
cherish44
Nov 2012
#15
An appointment for Massachusetts Senator is temporary. A Special Election has to be called within
bluestate10
Nov 2012
#26