Reply #52: Let me attempt a simple brutal answer....

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" There's the assumption that all those who criticize the Dems are expecting ponies and such immediately"

Because most of those, perhaps you, perhaps not, who believed the ponies were coming with the election of the first black president, and berated any who opposed him as racists, are now among the most outspoken critics, magically forgetting all the fucking crap those who were not enamoured of this man had to endure. I was among those who did not think Obama was the best choice for the Democratic nomination, but when the inevitable occurred because of those who were looking for a pony, I voted for him. I voted for him because he was the Democratic nominee, and the alternative was unthinkable. Now that he is president, and despite the setbacks of what I and many others knew would occur, I will continue to support Obama, shortcomings and all simply because the alternative in 2012 is as stated before, unthinkable. Perhaps after the next election, and possibly the one coming, progressives will not compete for "Liberal of the Year", and concentrate on the actions, merits, experience, and character of the next nominee rather than unrealistic ideals who's time is near, but is not yet ready for prime-time. I willingly accept that it will take more time, and cannot be forced, and I do so with the hope that my grandchildren will live in the world the pony-wanters desire, no, demand right now. Thanks.
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