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In reply to the discussion: Multiple news reports: John Kerry to State [View all]Observatins do not require emotional attachment.
I am concerned about Obama's caving in because there is a lot on the table for him to cave about in the next year. So his beginning by caving AGAIN as he did his first term is quite concerning.
I am concerned about Obama's caving in because there is a lot on the table for him to cave about in the next year. So his beginning by caving AGAIN as he did his first term is quite concerning.
...isn't that an observation? You're assuming you know what the President was thinking based on McCain's actions, and you're upset("emotional attachment" .
I think your observation is absurd because you're assuming McCain has leverage.
You also need to read Susan Rice's opinion: http://www.democraticunderground.com/10021974788
Somehow I doubt you'll give her as much credit as you're giving McCain.
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I like Kerry as SOS. I think he will be an advocate for staying out of more adventurism.
dkf
Dec 2012
#1
This isn't about Kerry as far as I'm concerned. Of course he and 100's of others are
Lionessa
Dec 2012
#11
I think having this Senate seat up for grabs is a terrible idea for our country.
robinlynne
Dec 2012
#77
Thats fucking stupid. Kerry was a top contender before ANY of this ever happened.
phleshdef
Dec 2012
#35
Let's hear your scenario right now, for how to get rid of corporatists: Who/What/Where/Why/HOW?
patrice
Dec 2012
#41
Thank God the President was re-elected: otherwise Republicans would be calling the shots on
indepat
Dec 2012
#10
So you think there is no possibility that it wasn't reverse psychology to steer PO off of Kerry who
patrice
Dec 2012
#37
0 possibility of reverse psychology? Not even 50:50. Do you admit how non-rational that position is?
patrice
Dec 2012
#51
Kerry was ALWAYS the better choice anyway. I like Susan Rice, but she is hawkish and no John Kerry.
phleshdef
Dec 2012
#33
Theres no excuse for us to not hold that seat. None. Its Massachusettes for Christ sake.
phleshdef
Dec 2012
#38