Reply #37: You Are Right that Clark is not as Smooth as Edwards [View All]

[Leilani]

You are completely right, & I say this as a Clark supporter.

Clark is not an experienced politician & it shows.

But, is this what matters? I don't think you would say that Clark is not brilliant, & able to be President of the US.

A large part of my support for Clark is because he is NOT a pro pol.

If you watch him in a town hall, he's amazing. The depth & breath of his knowledge is mind boggling. But when he is scripted, he doesn't do as well.

In the last debate, Edwards had some trouble with DOM act, & also with the question on Islam. Clark could have probably given a 3 hour dissertation on Islam.

So let's look at the differences without tearing the candidates down.

Edwards is a brilliant communicator, who for the most part, is excellent on domestic policies, & differentating between class & wealth; a very good populist message. He is also a very attractive candidate.

Clark, on the other hand, has a life devoted to military service. He is a true military hero. Because of his intellect, & his positions overseas, there is probably no one more qualified to deal with the situation in Iraq, Afghanistan, North Korea, terrorism. He will be able to put our relations with other countries back on track, which will contribute to a more peaceful world. He will cut the Pentagon & free up money that can be used for domestic programs.

Therefore, I propose to you that they both have different strengths & weaknesses.Let's accentuate the positives, because both can be attacked on their weaknesses.