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I believe that elections are won or lost more on Gestalt and emotion than on objectivity. That said, I think this election will be about change, perceived or real. The left has done a despicable but effective job labeling Bush as unintelligent. They have successfully ‘Dan Quayled’ him, although not to the same extent. At the same time the myth/persona of Bill Clinton as a well-intentioned rogue with some human failings but with exceptional intelligence and grasp of the issues has been perpetuated. He has been resurrected, much as Carter’s public persona was rebuilt.

Make no mistake, Hillary’s appeal to a significant number of people is Bill. So the table is set for the ‘smart’ and compassionate people to take back over the country. That’s exactly how this will be played. Yes, the reality is much, much, much different, but unfortunately perception is reality to a large extent in politics. So what does this have to do with Fred? Well, I absolutely think Fred is a very bright and well-intentioned guy who would be an outstanding President. That said, if the left is able to paint him as a lumbering not-so-bright right wing ideologue who doesn’t really have a grasp of the issues, they will also be able to link his candidacy to Bush and ‘more of the same’. If he is to win he can’t let that happen. Regarding Morris, I agree that he’s wrong at least as often as he is right, but I do believe that he can’t stand Hillary and I think his comments on Fred reflect his own angst. Just my opinion. For the record, I will support Fred wholeheartedly if he is the candidate, although I haven’t decided who to vote for in the primaries yet.

24 posted on 09/22/2007 8:37:38 AM PDT by pieceofthepuzzle
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To: pieceofthepuzzle

I agree with almost everything you said. I also will vote for and work hard to get Fred elected if he gets the nod. However I don’t think he can go up against the Clinton machine. They will paint him as a dumb, slow, hick and he is not passionate about anything. We have a big problem here. I do not fully support anyone now running. I thought Newt was the answer but he is trying too hard to get along with the Libs. I don’t know if we can win this thing with the crew we have running.


32 posted on 09/22/2007 9:51:32 AM PDT by carjic
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