Reply #64: Joe is OK in my book

[ErinGoBraghLess]

I like Joe. I think he represents that faction of the Dem party that recognizes there is not this absolute black and white divide between the two parties. We are all trying to make policy decisions that will better this country. I am a Dem, but admittedly not as hard left as some on DU. I liked Dean for his spark and take no prisioners attitude, but I really respect Joe for his statesmanship. Whereas Kerry tried to ride the wind with his various (and inconsistent) positions on the war, Joe remained firm. He also recognizes that there is a definite threat to this country from terrorists, which is largely ignored by a lot of folks here on DU. (more time is spent talking about how evil Bush is than how evil Osama is - go figure). So I respect him for his honesty and his firmness.