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The argument for having prime diplomatic posts filled by fundraisers is that having no experience they will defer to the President. This tends to guarantee a consistent message.

Look what's happening with the egotistical boob Kerry. He has what he considers to be a reasonable approximation to "his own mind" and he is constantly stumbling trying to get Obama's message out.

Granted Obama's message is inherently inconsistent and murky, but Kerry is only making it worse ... if that is possible.

[Revolting cat!]

The argument for having prime diplomatic posts filled by fundraisers is that having no experience they will defer to the President.

Fair enough. Nevertheless these cushy appointments are nothing other than rewards.