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I have noticed a few "shame on you DU" posts recently, scolding the members for playing dirty or for simply being mean. Certainly, there has been some gratuitous verbal violence from both sides of the Obama/Clinton battle, that is unfortunate but as Obama said, "it's silly season" and politics is a full contact sport. On balance, I commend the moderators for putting out the disruptors while allowing as much free speech as possible.
The stakes for this fall's contest could not be higher. Obama, in my view, equals the best chance we have of creating a safer and sane planet. Literally speaking, Obama means more peace in the world -McSame means more war in the world.
So when we see Hillary Clinton as potentially marginalizing Obama's chances in the GE by dragging us through a contentious morass all the way to the convention, folks react with passion and concern. With world peace on the line, I think the emotions are justified.
Personal attacks aside, the Clinton's will do just fine post primaries. Any campaign debt will be easily recouped in speaking fees alone. Even after all we have been through, I still wish Hillary the best. There was a time I held both Bill and Hillary in high regard. I truly hope she exits very soon with her dignity intact.
I empathize and relate to the strong feeling on DU to move the focus to the real battle ahead against John McCain and his war mongering minions. Your anger is justified DU. There is no shame in fighting for a noble cause. We only have world peace on the line.
GoBama!
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