Why Shouldn't We Politicize 9/11 & Katrina -- BUSH'S TWO BIGGEST BLUNDERS?

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Campaign Ads For The Katrina And 9/11 Anniversary Season: "Got Competence?"

There are two major anniversaries just around the corner: the first anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, and the fifth anniversary of 9/11. Both will have political implications in this election year. The Democrats need to realize that this is an opportunity, and use it to their advantage.

I realize this is an inflammatory concept. But Republicans have already proven they aren't afraid of politicizing both 9/11 and Osama Bin Laden. Democrats shouldn't shy away from turning these issues to their advantage, in an intelligent and respectful way.

The inevitable cries of "How dare you politicize tragedy?" will doubtless be heard. The answer is easy: "We didn't politicize this -- President Bush's incompetence made it a political issue. Democrats offer a better choice for America, and we're not afraid of saying so."

The ads are easy to imagine and would be even easier to produce. I came up with these two ideas in about five minutes, and I'm sure others could come up with equally effective and probably better ideas on their own (feel free to post any that suggest themselves). One can only hope that some lowly staffer at the Democratic National Committee reads Huffington Post regularly, with an open mind.

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