Reply #2: Dems have to stop attacking their own

[TayTay]

It's so silly. In this one respect (and this one only) I wish Dems would take a page from the Repub playbook and respect their past nominees. It's annoying that so many Dems are willing to trash their own. And it's especially annoying this year when Kerry has been a real workhorse for Dem values and his votes and courage in Congress has been so compelling. (The Condiliar votes, ANWR, KidsComeFirst health care, standing up for Veteran benefits, voting against the anti-middle class Bankruptcy bill and so forth. That is a sterling record that is second to none in Congress.)

As I have probably said adnauseum, I am deeply impressed with John Kerry lately. In another thread someone gently upbraided us Massholes for being a teensy bit critical of our Junior Senator. (We were noting a new fire in Kerry, others said they have always seen that fire.) There is some truth to that. We are spoiled, I guess. But I hope I am not so spoiled that I can't see that the Gentleman from Massachusetts has been doing what he said he would do during the campaign. He hasn't quit. He's fulfilling his promises to the 59 million folks who voted for him. And he is doing a great job. And I am very proud of him for not fading away and working through what must be a very painful period.

Can I pick one nit? I would like my Junior Senator to come home and do a town hall session or something near me. There I said it and have revealed myself to be selfish. But I would like this. I would like to see him do a Social Security Town Hall with Teddy K near me. A good old-fashioned rally would also be nice. Maybe when the weather gets better Sigh! (I feel neglected. Quick someone say something to make me feel better.)