Kerry names self as running mate

[Toxick]

In my search for a vice-president, I considered many qualified men and women," Kerry said, announcing his decision at Boston University. "But one man stood apart from the madding crowd as brave, honest, and full of life. One man displayed a true desire to change America for the better—not through political maneuvering, but through hard work. That man was me, 35 years ago.

 

[Ken King]

He'll probably accept and then change his mind later.

 

[mainman]

Re: Re: Kerry names self as running mate

Originally posted by Ken King
He'll probably accept and then change his mind later.

 

[BuddyLee]

Yea, Nader is looking pretty good about now.

 

[Pete]

Originally posted by BuddyLee
Yea, Nader is looking pretty good about now.

Just when I thought you had hit the pinnacle of gooberism you reach out and push the marker a little higher.

 

[BuddyLee]

Originally posted by Pete
Just when I thought you had hit the pinnacle of gooberism you reach out and push the marker a little higher.

It's a dirty job but someones gotta do it.

 

[dems4me]

Originally posted by Toxick

Love the source I still don't know why he is dragging his feet soo long... I know its some sort of dem strategy, but I just don't see how it will help :shrug: (maybe not enough time for simple folks to research the VP's sexual indiscretions or criminal record before the election)? :shrug: I just can't figure this out why is he doing this to the democratic party

 

[Toxick]

Re: Re: Kerry names self as running mate

Originally posted by dems4me
Love the source I still don't know why he is dragging his feet soo long... I know its some sort of dem strategy, but I just don't see how it will help :shrug: (maybe not enough time for simple folks to research the VP's sexual indiscretions or criminal record before the election)? :shrug: I just can't figure this out why is he doing this to the democratic party

He's probably looking for a Democratic figure that has the charisma he lacks, and won't alienate too many of the fence-sitters and moderates.


Off the top of my head, I can't think of any.

 

[Christy]

Re: Re: Kerry names self as running mate

Originally posted by dems4me
Love the source I still don't know why he is dragging his feet soo long... I know its some sort of dem strategy, but I just don't see how it will help :shrug: (maybe not enough time for simple folks to research the VP's sexual indiscretions or criminal record before the election)? :shrug: I just can't figure this out why is he doing this to the democratic party

:boxorox:

 

[dems4me]

Re: Re: Re: Kerry names self as running mate

Originally posted by Christy
:boxorox:

:boxojoxs:

 

[Pete]

Re: Re: Kerry names self as running mate

Originally posted by dems4me
Love the source I still don't know why he is dragging his feet soo long... I know its some sort of dem strategy, but I just don't see how it will help :shrug: (maybe not enough time for simple folks to research the VP's sexual indiscretions or criminal record before the election)? :shrug: I just can't figure this out why is he doing this to the democratic party

Because he has searched and searched and he cannot find one single person who has enough charisma to counter his gooberism.

 

[SamSpade]

Re: Re: Kerry names self as running mate

Originally posted by dems4me
Love the source I still don't know why he is dragging his feet soo long... I know its some sort of dem strategy, but I just don't see how it will help :shrug: (maybe not enough time for simple folks to research the VP's sexual indiscretions or criminal record before the election)? :shrug: I just can't figure this out why is he doing this to the democratic party

Easy. It's a very long-standing tradition to name your running mate at the convention. It's only recently become in vogue to pre-empt the convention.

Kerry gains very little by naming one NOW, although, ALSO traditionally, running mates rarely attract additional votes.