Elephant In Exile

If it's one thing we have enough of right now it's anger and disappointment. This anger and disappointment is almost palpable and is floating around on both sides of the aisle. Some of us are sad that Bush is president at all, some disappointed at the rational and conduct of the war, some at the media's coverage of the war, and some at the inept stewardship of the budget by spendthrift Republicans. We get the anger, but thanks for reminding us anyway Al.

I read Al Gore's fiery speech yesterday before I saw it. What will be lost in his over the top delivery are some valid points Gore tried to raise. Some say it was a wake up call to Kerry to get angrier in his campaign. I think that would be a mistake. Dean tried the angry thing, it was cathartic for a while, but what we really need is rational discourse and policy options. Polls indicate that a majority of Americans feel that the country is moving in the wrong direction (although I doubt there is a consensus on the 'right' direction). Shouting and accusing is fine, it's our right. But winning the White House requires more than shouting, it requires cogent policy options and vision. Kerry should continue to focus on building a clear picture of his vision for a Democratic presidency and repeat ad nauseaum. That's the key to winning.

Gore's Comments:
http://www.moveonpac.org/goreremarks052604.html/>