Kerry folks: As a Clark supporter, I always defended your guy. Now...

[Maddy McCall]

<--------:-)





I always defended Kerry when he was under attack from other candidates' supporters. I always said Kerry was my second choice--search my old posts--now he's my first. I hope that Clark is second on the ticket with him, but will remain committed to Kerry whether or not Clark is is VP.

Clark's decision to endorse Kerry did NOT influence my decision of candidates; however, it did influence my timing of when I would reveal it.

KERRY/CLARK '04 ???
CHEERS! :toast:

[oasis]

1. You're a dandy. (eom)

[Maddy McCall]

46. Hope you are sincere. If so, thank you. :-)

[liberalnurse]

2. Two military hero's won't fly.

Kerry would be upstaged by Clark......

[Dookus]

4. LOL...

yeah, we know how American voters hate military heros :eyes:

[Maddy McCall]

9. Not as much as they hate draft dodgers. :-)

:hi: Dookus!

[HuskerDem]

18. SNARF !

HA! LOL!

[capriccio]

14. I doubt it

The time for Clark to upstage Kerry was in the past month...didn't happen...and won't in the campaign. I think the biggest problem with Clark as VP is that it just overlaps too much with Kerry's strength (military). He doesn't bring anything to the ticket that Kerry needs. On the other hand, Edwards clearly does.

[Maddy McCall]

21. I think he brings MUCH to the ticket...Americans didn't get to see it...

during the media blackout of his campaign, but in the past couple of days, all you are seeing on the telly is Clark. He has proved beyond doubt his alignment with the Democratic party. Folks are hearing him talking about families, poverty, and they are hearing him criticize Bush for dividing the country.

They compliment each other in wonderful ways. I am proud of both of them.

[HuskerDem]

22. southerner

still important. Plus what does bush have to run on? It's clear he's picked national security because that's all he's got. The double war hero ticket would SMEAR HIM, GRIND HIM INTO THE GROUND LIKE A BUG.

Sounds good to me.

[Maddy McCall]

24. Yes--just another Clark asset that will benefit Kerry

:-)

[Renew Deal]

48. Yeah right

They bring something different to the table. Kerry brings experience and DC creds, Clark brings FP experience, vision, the south and fire. He is a perfect VP and leader of the senate.

[Meshuga]

3. And I defended Clark from attacks...

Since the begining when everyone here liked to smear him as a Republican.

I hope we get the Kerry/Clark ticket!

[Maddy McCall]

7. Thank you, MrWiggles...

At times I really really appreciated Kerry folks standing up for Clark. Past is past, though, and I am now moving forward as a Kerry supporter.

[stickdog]

5. It's almost like, on some level, both candidates were

interchangeable.

Do you see it that way as well?

[Maddy McCall]

10. Complimentary, not interchangeable.

[oasis]

16. The DLC/Clinton strategy will gain Democrats the White House. Get your

avatar while they last.

[BL_Zebub]

63. The DLC "strategy" will indeed fulfill it's true objective if Kerry "wins"

Which is the destruction of the Democratic party from within.

[Adelante]

6. I'm in, too

Not ready to shoot the avatar, though.

[Maddy McCall]

8. I had a Wonder Woman avatar...keeping my MS Women 4 Clark

sig for a while, though. :-)

[HuskerDem]

11. Kerry/Clark would BURY bush

I believe it.

[Maddy McCall]

23. I hope...

*crossing fingers*

[BL_Zebub]

64. Wow, that line sounds vaguely familiar.....

Wrong candidate though.

[quinnox]

12. The Democratic voters seem to want Kerry too

You made a great choice!

[Maddy McCall]

25. Thank you, quinnox! :-)

[displacedtexan]

13. General Clark is a true Democrat!

Instead of negative attacks, he chose to debate issues in this primary season.

[emulatorloo]

15. Clark is superb

Everytime I hear him speak or see him in an interview, I always am so impressed. I have always felt that he and Kerry would team up . . .

Cheers to you, jchild

:toast:

[kerry-is-my-prez]

17. Count me in too. I had supported Kerry before Clark came along...

He's ok with me. Hope he chooses Clark as his VP.

[Maddy McCall]

27. Great, gore-is-my-president!

I am feeling tremendous optimism for '04!!

[flpoljunkie]

19. Clark would make great VP, but would prefer he be Defense Secretary...

and clean house at the Pentagon! Those toadying good 'ol boys would be resigning in droves. What other government agency could get away with not being able to account for $1Trillion!

[Crunchy Frog]

28. Legally he can't

serve as Defense Secretary from what I understand. A Vice Presidents role is whatever the Pres and VP choose to make it. There's a hell of alot he could do from that position.

[HuskerDem]

29. No, I think the whole DS thing is shortsighted

and would be a gross underuse of his brilliance and talents. He could accomplish those things from the office of VP.

[Maddy McCall]

31. Sec. of State would be fine with me...he has fp expertise

[krkaufman]

33. Can't be Sec of Defense

Word has it that Clark cannot be Sec of Defense. Gotta be out of the military for 10+ years beforehand. Likely related to requirement of civilian control/administration of military.

VP spot would be good, though, allowing him to work closely with SecDef to make the Pentagon more accountable financially and to refocus the budget to projects/resources relevant to current threats and needs.

[CPschem]

20. good for you!

VP Clark sounds great to me too.

[Maddy McCall]

34. Thanks, CPschem

A winning combination. :thumbsup:

[mikehiggins]

26. Ten minutes after he endorses Kerry, Clark is history

just like Jomentum Joe Lieberman, Smiling Dick Gephardt and all the others.

The extent to which Clark supporters think Wes will be given any role to play in the election or the possible Kerry administration is directly related to their inexperience in the wonderful world of real politics.

The only reason anyone in the Kerry camp would listen to Clark is because at this point he still has a lot of influence over those grassroots volunteers who came out for his campaign. Once that base is absorbed into the Kerry mulch Wes might as well go out and practice his golf swing. Maybe write another book.

He really will be done.

If you have any concern for what Clark was talking about, you really have to hang tough. A couple of more names on a mailing list won't do much to help Kerry but those same names remaining behind Clark will go far to make sure his voice continues to be heard.

Otherwise, it's goodnight Nelly, thatks for the dance.

[Maddy McCall]

35. For privacy reasons I won't reveal my political credentials...

but, trust me, they are there and I am very politically adept. :hi:

[krkaufman]

40. Eh, different candidate

I don't view Clark's supporters to be the same as Lieberman/Gephardt supporters, and feel a lot will stick with Clark and will continue to seek out his commentary and guidance.

Thanks for your concern.

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[Ilsa]

30. Donna Brazile just trashed Clark on CNN

I expected as much from Bay Buchanan, but not DB. She and Bay Buchanan are on CNN talking nasty about Clark's intended endorsement of Kerry tomorrow. Brazile said (paraphrased), "Clark is one less person for the volunteers to call. That's all it means. His endorsement is meaningless."

Well Donna Brazile, guess what? I might not even vote for any Dem you support, you coward.

I'm going to post this outside this thread, I'm so stinking mad at her for being so dismissive of Clark and the 375,000 people who already voted for Clark in those 14 primaries.

[Maddy McCall]

39. self-moderated :-)

And who is it she has been propping up? Who's campaign manager was she in '00?

[jmaier]

49. I thought Donna seemed

to be pretty much supportive of Kerry. Why would she continue to dig at Clark at this juncture?

[bigtree]

32. Wes Clark is a Gem. He's the real Simon Pure (the true match)

The Democratic Party is lucky to have him on our side.

[Maddy McCall]

41. I agree...

he's a real gem of a person and a Democrat.

[mitchum]

36. Thank you, jchild

General Clark is a honorable man with many honorable supporters like you, but you're one of the best!

[Maddy McCall]

42. Wow, thanks, mitchum! You made my day

:-)

[Adelante]

71. I second that!

:toast: to jchild!

[Feanorcurufinwe]

37. Welcome aboard!

We will have a united party and:

[Maddy McCall]

43. Thanks...yes, I think we will...

My optimism has not been so high since primary season began. :-)

[DU9598]

38. Great Ticket

I am an Edwards fan, but if he does not get the nomination I would most favor a Kerry/Clark ticket. I am ABB most of all.

[Maddy McCall]

44. I like Edwards very much...

Have always liked him, and have always said I could easily transfer my support to him. :-)

[NewYorkerfromMass]

45. In fact I always thought he was your No. 1 choice

You are a great spokesperson for Kerry. Thanks for the support!

[Maddy McCall]

47. Thanks, NYFM! I will continue to strongly defend both guys.

:-)

[ibegurpard]

67. Yeah, me too.

eom

[Old and In the Way]

50. The General was my 2nd choice

And a Kerry-Clark ticket would be awesome. Bullet-proof, so to speak.

[Maddy McCall]

51. Yes indeed

Bulletproof. Hi, old and in the way.

[Octafish]

52. Cheers, jchild!

You speak the truth. The General is a good man and would make a great President.

Welcome aboard, jchild! All Kerry supporters thank you for your support. Once he's the nominee, all Democrats will thank you, as well. Once the rest of the country finds out about him, it's good night, Smirko!

BTW: oasis is good people, too. He/she is a loooong-time Kerry supporter.

PS: I always liked your style. Also like your moniker, as the great American Julia Child was a member of the OSS during World War 2. She, too, is brave.

TYPO: is not was

[Donkey007]

54. I still feel empty

I am looking for something to be EXTREMELY happy about!

[Maddy McCall]

60. Hi Donkey, and welcome to DU...I know your mom is here.

:toast:

You met Clark and he and Gert know your family, so it is personal for you--I don't blame you for feeling unhappy. We will all be in the same camp soon--look forward to the Convention and to Wes playing a great and prominent role then. We will continue to hear his voice--what a fantastic, wonderful, adorable Democrat he is!

Glad to have you onboard at DU! :toast:

And a :hug:--hope you feel better soon :-)

[Adelante]

74. Here, hon

We're all together in this. :grouphug:

[Maddy McCall]

55. Thanks, Octafish!

I appreciate everything you said. I am looking forward to a very bright Democratic future with President Kerry. ;-)

My turn for a BTW :-) : My name isn't a tribute to Julia Child, although I admire her and love to watch her cook...she's kind of klutzy like me. I chose my username when I signed up using a variation of my real name. then, after I had about 200 posts, I wanted to change my name, but realized I would have to go back to zero post count, so I just kept it. However, it has been fun having DUers refer to me as Julia. LOL! And I don't mind at ALL. I bet Julia would be a cool gal to drink a cold beverage with. ;-)

[Rowdyboy]

53. Glad you found a new home!

Congrats! I'm leaning Edwards but who knows what may happen between now and March 9th. I may just stay uncommitted for awhile. Think I'll change my avatar right now.

Again, congratulations :yourock:

[Maddy McCall]

57. I'm sad now :-(

We will end up in the same camp again soon. I respect you so very much and I know you and I will never have an angry moment.

No, Rowdy, YOU rock! :yourock:

[Maddy McCall]

58. And the new avatar looks GREAT on you!

:kisses:

[Rowdyboy]

65. We've got to stop meeting like this!

People might talk.... :loveya:

And, yeah, we'll be on the same page again soon. I'm just being a little contrary.

[Maddy McCall]

66. LOL!

:loveya: too.

[Adelante]

72. You two lovebirds are crackin' me up

:7

[Rowdyboy]

79. Gay men and straight women can have REALLY great friendships

unless they're competing for the same man, in which case (shudder!!!) it can get really nasty! :evilgrin:

[Maddy McCall]

80. LOL! I wouldn't tangle with you, Rowdy...

You know that saying: "Still water runs deep."

You are very friendly and nice most of the time, but I have seen you get your dander up a couple of times, and you frightened me!

Well, kinda anyway ;-)

[Rowdyboy]

85. I have a mean streak a mile wide and an inch deep

It runs in the family so I come by it honestly!

BEWARE!!!

[fiorello]

56. Clark is great!

Clark enhanced the Democratic party just by being there! I've rarely felt so good about a candidate... even though I supported Kerry mostly.

[Maddy McCall]

61. I agree...he's one class act.

:toast: Welcome to DU, sanfo!

[paulk]

59. welcome

I've always admired Clark, and was intrigued by his candidacy. I truly hope Clark chooses to make a career in public service, irregardless of what happens this November.

Kerry has said that national security experience and leadership are his main criteria for VP, so a Kerry /Clark ticket is not out of bounds.

[Maddy McCall]

62. Hi Paulk

You are in Mobile, right? You're my neighbor.

Yes, I hope that Kerry sees the value in a Clark VP. Still, I will stick with Kerry no matter whom he chooses.

:cheers:

[bushwakker]

68. Thanks...welcome aboard

Personally I have engaged in no attacks on the candidates (with the exception of Sharpton who is in the race for himself and to make mischief on behalf of the GOP) and would enthusiastically support all of them. The attacks on Kerry here crossed the line a long time ago and I feel those that are not going to support the nominee should not be allowed to post here. Clark is a fine man who was predictably trashed by the media - get used to it Wes it comes with being a Democrat. I hope he stays active in this campaign and others to come.

[Maddy McCall]

81. Thank you, bushwakker...

Yeah, the attacks have been really ugly on Kerry. Thanks for welcoming me. :-)

[PROGRESSIVE1]

69. I supported Clark from Day1, when he entered this race.

Kerry was my number 2 choice and I said in past posts that if
Clark were to drop out I would support John Kerry.

Side Note: My decision to support Kerry has NOTHING to do with Wes Clark's endorsement.

[MoonRiver]

70. I'm for Kerry too, but I just can't change my avatar!

:cry:

[Adelante]

73. Oh, sweetie, take your time

:cry:

[Hippo_Tron]

76. Don't worry about it, god knows I'm not voting Homer Simpson for prez...

Although that would be pretty funny.

[MoonRiver]

77. Lol!

But, seriously, why not?

[YouMustBeKiddingMe]

78. Keep the avatar. It looks good on ya.

;)

[Maddy McCall]

82. In time...in time...

there is no rush. :-)

[Auntie Bush]

87. Good, I think all Clarkies should keep their Clark Atavar

That will show how many Clark supporters there are out there.

[Clark4Prez]

75. Me too, JC!

I have thrown my support behind Kerry as well. Wes's endorsement just helped me feel a little better (I was feeling like a bandwagon jumper just a tad), but even without it, I would support Kerry.

I even made my first donation to Kerry! It's going to be a long and hard campaign (insert intern joke here), but I think that Kerry will beat Bush in November.

Bring IT ON! :bounce:

[Maddy McCall]

83. Ah, I think Kerry can weather the intern rumour

It's baseless as of now. Drudge is the only person reporting and he has an agenda. It won't worry me until I see mainstreamers reporting it. And then, we'll just have to see...but I think Kerry is strong enough to withstand this rumour.

I made my first donation too! Felt good!

[Auntie Bush]

88. I'm afraid I can't donate to Kerry till Clark is on the ticket.

Then I could feel like I was donating to Clark.
Clark is the only person I have ever donated to.

[Kazak]

84. Kerry/Clark would be formidable.

:toast:

[Maddy McCall]

86. I agree...

I hope the announcement comes before the Convention! :toast:

[mountainvue]

89. I think

it would be a great ticket.:)