Reply #19: I don't think military experience will make much of a difference and I [View All]

[katieforeman]

think Edwards is the best spokesperson for progressive causes.

1.) Bob Dole was a war hero. Max Cleland was a war hero. McCain was a war hero. Even Grey Davis went to Vietnam.

Bill Clinton and Ronald Reagan had no military experience and they won twice.

By the time the general election gets here, people will be really tired of rehashing Vietnem. When it comes to the role of commander-in-cheif, I think Americans are looking for integrity and judgement. My biggest worry about Kerry is that his long voting record will be used to paint him as a pandered instead of a leader.

2.) With his two Americas speech, John Edwards articulates a coherent philosophy of governing consistent with progressive values. The role of governement is to promote opportunity for everyone and make sure everyone has a shot at the American Dream. He also talks about poverty and race as moral issues. I think his ability to inspire and advocate on behalf of progressive ideals makes Edwards the best candidate to advance the causes Kucinich favors.