Reply #65: Reputable reference resources in most libraries say otherwise...

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Kerry's centrism on education and crime is written up in Congressional Quarterly's "Politics in America"

I suppose one of the most respected non-partisan publishers is to be tarred and feathered for not supporting the Kerry line?

Here's Slate's take on it:

http://slate.msn.com/id/2087554/

I'm not accusing him of lying - I'm raising the question of "nuanced morality" that Slate raises.

If it doesn't bother you, fine. It does bother me...I encourage all to read it.

This quote from the University of Chicago student newspaper last week summarizes well my concerns on this matter:

"Kerry supporters want to discuss his war credentials, how he fought valiantly in Vietnam and then became a rabid activist for peace when he returned. Since Democrats are historically less trusted on national security than Republicans, why not nominate a man who has actual combat experience! It’s true; Kerry is a decorated war hero. However, his campaign staff is not quick to tell the story of how Kerry threw his war medals over the fence of the White House during an antiwar protest. Actually, they were another veteran’s medals, but don’t worry, Kerry’s medals are safely tucked away in one of his many luxurious homes."

The link is here:

http://maroon.uchicago.edu/viewpoints/articles/2003/11/14/if_youre_going_to_vo.php