Reply #118: I think of FDR, a person of privilege, who [View All]

[lumpy]

was one of our better presidents. He was hardly one of the'common'people, but he had a solid understanding of the adversities of the common people. Personal philosopies and values, intelligence, and life experiences contribute to the makings of decent leadership. I think Mrs. Edwards shows a certain shallowness by making comparisons between the Edwards life style and those of the Kerrys'. By trying to imply that financial struggle and eating at Wendy's and shopping at Target would indicate that her husband has better leadership qualities is at best disingenuous and a sort of political mongering. At least she concedes that the fact Kerry leads a more privileged life does not diminish his policies. Still, making that comparison strikes me as a political cheap shot.