I'm not just voting *against* bush, but I'm *reluctantly* voting for Kerry

[INTELBYTES]

If it wer'nt for being ABB I would probably sit home on election day. I've seen nothing in Kerry that inspires me. We all know his votes sucking up the repukes, now he's trying to distance himself from his own votes. The "flip-flop" attacks the repukes use isn't entirely lost on me. Bush is such a failure though I see no other recourse than voting for Kerry and follow party lines. Nader is not an option or an answer to our problems. I can only hope that Kerry finds a suitable VP to run with him.

[sallyseven]

1. Are you sure you want to want

to find something in Kerry that you like. I don't understand what the problem is with some people on this forum. Paying attention to Kerry and disregarding the stinking adds of bush might put you in a better frame of mind. No one is perfect, I know that I am not.

[nothingshocksmeanymore]

2. I'm proudly voting for Kerry and have wanted him to run since he was first

elected to public office. One would be hard pressed to find a more committed president to environmental matters. One would be hard pressed to find a president that has uncovered more government corruption ala the BCCI and Iran Contra investigations than John Kerry. One would be hard pressed to find a president out of the field of candidates (barring Bob Graham and Wesley Clark) with more national security credentials.

One would be hard pressed to find a president with a more liberal voting record (nevermind what they all said on the campaign trail, Kerry's voting record is MORE liberal than Kucinich's)

I am not sorry that the most qualified person won. I am happy. I'd rather even LOSE with Kerry than win with some of the others.

[blm]

3. Guess it offended you that Kerry exposed more govt. corruption than any

lawmaker in modern history.

Yeah...I can understand how that can really irritate some people who prefer the status quo of government corruption.

[flpoljunkie]

4. Well, your unenthusiastic vote will count the same as my enthusiastic one.

I think by November, 2004, you may well feel differently.

[GOPBasher]

5. I respect that, but I disagree.

I think you have to look at his entire career, not just recent votes. Look at his environmental record, for example. Or look at women's rights, civil rights, taxes, education, health care, labor, etc. If you look at his entire career, you'll see a die-hard liberal.

[tedoll78]

6. Here's what I'm voting for:

as of right now, the average term served on the U.S. Supreme Court is approximately 19 years. Assuming that the person who wins in November will get at least 2 appointees to the bench, that's at least 30 years of rulings stemming from this next President.

So, in voting for Kerry, I am really voting for:
4 years of John F Kerry,
at least 15 years of a brand-new liberal USSC justice, and
at least 15 years of another brand-new liberal USSC justice.

While recent years may make me skeptical about Kerry, his overall record in combination with those 30+ years of liberal court votes makes a vote for him a worthwhile gamble.

[Festivito]

7. If ABB is not enough, you've been sitting on the wrong end of your body.

I can't feel sorry for you. Not everyone gets to have their way. I want to make certain that die-hard Republicans don't get their way more than I want my perfect choice as well.

But, feeling sorry for you because YOU don't get YOUR way -- NO WAY!

[ramapo]

8. Honestly compare Kerry and Bush

Look at what these two men have done with their lives, especially the last 25-30 years. It cannot be said that there is little difference.

Forgive Kerry for not being the perfect progressive. Thank him for what he is trying to do with your vote on election day.

[ACK]

9. This I do not understand

We have the opportunity to vote into office and NE liberal with 19 years worth of liberal votes under his belt.

This is not to say his voting record is perfect.

This is not to say that he has not made big mistakes in voting to give the President the power to f*ck up things with Iraq and the Patriot Act.

However, it should not be forgotten his service and record. Project Vote Smart has his complete voting record and his ratings by various interest groups.

Here is Kerry's rating by those various groups.

Abortion Issues
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2003 On the votes that the National Abortion Reproductive Rights Action League considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the National Right to Life Committee considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Planned Parenthood considered to be the most important from 1995 to 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the National Abortion Reproductive Rights Action League considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the National Abortion Reproductive Rights Action League considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2002 On the votes that the National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Association considered to be the most important in 1999-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the National Right to Life Committee considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the Planned Parenthood considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1996-2003 On the votes that the Planned Parenthood (Senate) considered to be the most important, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

Agriculture Issues
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2002 Based on a 2002 survey given to all congressional candidates Vote Hemp chose to rate Senator Kerry as Fence Sitter.

2001-2002 On the votes that the National Farmers Union considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 90 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the American Farm Bureau Federation considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 83 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the National Farmers Union considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 91 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the American Farm Bureau Federation considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 60 percent of the time.

Animal Rights and Wildlife Issues
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2003 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the Fund for Animals considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2003 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the The Humane Society of the United States considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2003 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the American Humane Association considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2003 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the Animal Protection Institute considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2003 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2003 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the Society for Animal Protective Legislation considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2003 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the Doris Day Animal League considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001-2002 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the Fund for Animals considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 89 percent of the time.

2001-2002 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the The Humane Society of the United States considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 89 percent of the time.

2001-2002 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the American Humane Association considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 89 percent of the time.

2001-2002 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the Doris Day Animal League considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 89 percent of the time.

2001-2002 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the Animal Protection Institute considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 89 percent of the time.

2001-2002 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the Society for Animal Protective Legislation considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 89 percent of the time.

2001-2002 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorship of legislation the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 89 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the The Humane Society of the United States considered to be the most important in 2000 , Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Society for Animal Protective Legislation considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

Arts and Humanities
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2000 On the votes that the Americans for the Arts considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

Budget, Spending and Taxes
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2003 On the votes that the Americans for Tax Reform considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the Americans for Tax Reform considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 10 percent of the time.

2002 According to the National Taxpayers Union, in 2002 Senator Kerry, on ALL votes dealing with spending, voted to reduce or not increase spending 18 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the Citizens Against Government Waste considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 13 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes used to calculate its ratings, the Concord Coalition attaches more value to those votes it considers more important. For 2001-2002, the Concord Coalition gave Senator Kerry a rating of 65 percent.

2001-2002 On the votes that the National Tax Limitation Committee considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 3 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Americans for Tax Reform considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 5 percent of the time.

2001 According to the National Taxpayers Union, in 2001 Senator Kerry, on ALL votes dealing with spending, voted to reduce or not increase spending 7 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Citizens Against Government Waste considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 5 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Taxpayers for Common Sense considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 27 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the American Shareholders Association considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Americans for Tax Reform considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 15 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes used to calculate its ratings, the Concord Coalition attaches more value to those votes it considers more important. For 2000, the Concord Coalition gave Senator Kerry a rating of 33 percent.

2000 On the votes that the Taxpayers for Common Sense considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 59 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Citizens Against Government Waste considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 28 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the National Tax Limitation Committee considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 3 percent of the time.

1999 According to the National Taxpayers Union, in 1999 Senator Kerry, on ALL votes dealing with spending, voted to reduce or not increase spending 11 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes used to calculate its ratings, the Concord Coalition attaches more value to those votes it considers more important. For 1999, the Concord Coalition gave Senator Kerry a rating of 45 percent.

Business and Consumers
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2003 On the votes that the Business-Industry Political Action Committee considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the American Bankers Association considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the Associated Builders & Contractors considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the U.S. Chamber of Commerce considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 41 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the National Retail Federation considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 25 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the American Coalition for Ethanol considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the U.S. Chamber of Commerce considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 55 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the National Federation of Independent Business considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 25 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Small Business Survival Committee considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 7 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Business-Industry Political Action Committee considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 5 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Associated Builders & Contractors considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 12 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the National Federation of Independent Business considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 17 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the U.S. Chamber of Commerce considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 38 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 50 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Small Business Survival Committee considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Business-Industry Political Action Committee considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 7 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Small Business Survival Committee considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Consumer Federation of America considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Associated Builders & Contractors considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the U.S. Chamber of Commerce considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 53 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the National Federation of Independent Business considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 16 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the Associated Builders & Contractors considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the Consumer Federation of America considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 75 percent of the time.

Civil Liberties
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2001-2002 On the votes that the American Civil Liberties Union considered to be the most important in 2001-2002 , Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 60 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the American Civil Liberties Union considered to be the most important in 2000 , Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 71 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Liberty Lobby considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the Liberty Lobby considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

Civil Rights
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2003 Bsed on legislative votes, sponsorship of legislation not voted upon, and endorsements of special "dear colleague" letters that the Arab American Institute considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry supported their preferred position 33 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001-2002 Based on the votes, and co-sponsorships the Human Rights Campaign considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time..

2001-2002 On the votes that the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001-2002 Bsed on legislative votes, sponsorship of legislation not voted upon, and endorsements of special "dear colleague" letters that the Arab American Institute considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry supported their preferred position 75 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the National Hispanic Leadership Agenda considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 81 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Human Rights Campaign considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the National Hispanic Leadership Agenda considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 82 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the National Hispanic Leadership Agenda considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 93 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the Human Rights Campaign considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 94 percent of the time.

Conservative
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2003 On the votes that the Christian Coalition considered to be the most important in 2003 , Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the Eagle Forum considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the Campaign for Working Families considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 7 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the American Conservative Union considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 13 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the Eagle Forum considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 18 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the American Conservative Union considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 20 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 11 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Campaign for Working Families considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 7 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the American Conservative Union considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 4 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 5 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Christian Coalition considered to be the most important in 2001 , Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the American Conservative Union considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 12 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Conservative Index - The John Birch Society considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 12 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Republican Liberty Caucus considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 20 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the Christian Coalition considered to be the most important in 1999-2000 , Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 15 percent of the time.

Crime Issues
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1999-2000 On the votes that the Citizens United for Rehabilition of Errants considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 63 percent of the time.

Education
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2003 On the votes that the National Education Association considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the National Education Association considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the National Education Association considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the National Education Association considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

Environmental Issues
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2003 On the votes that the League of Conservation Voters considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 53 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the League of Conservation Voters considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 92 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Comprehensive US Sustainable Population considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 73 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the National Parks Consevation Association considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the League of Conservation Voters considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 94 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the National Parks Conservation Association considered to be the most important in 1999-2000 , Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the Comprehensive US Sustainable Population considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 84 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the American Lands Alliance considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

Family and Children Issues
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2003 On the votes that the Family Research Council considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the American Family Voices considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 78 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Children's Defense Fund considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 91 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Children's Defense Fund considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 90 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Family Research Council considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

Foreign Aid and Policy Issues
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2003 On the votes that the Jews for Peace in Palestine and Israel (JPPI) considered to be the most important in 2003, a point system was established for both the Senate and the House. In the Senate, total possible points range from a high of +3 and a low of -4. In the House, points range from +9 to -7. The Jews for Peace in Palestine and Israel (JPPI) assigned Senator Kerry a score of -1.

2003 On the votes that the U.S. Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation considered to be the most important in 2003, a point system was established for both the Senate and the House. In the Senate, total possible points range from a high of +3 and a low of -4. In the House, points range from +9 to -7. The U.S. Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation assigned Senator Kerry a score of -1.

2002 On the votes that the Peace Action considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 40 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the American Security Council considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 75 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes , introduction of legislation, sponsorship or co-sponsorship of legislation and public speaking on legislation, for legistation, that the American Muslims for Jerusalem considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry, rated -3.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Jews for Peace in Palestine and Israel (JPPI) considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, a point system was established for both the Senate and the House. In the Senate, total possible points range from a high of +1 and a low of -5. In the House, points range from +6 to -6. The Jews for Peace in Palestine and Israel (JPPI) assigned Senator Kerry a score of -3.

2001-2002 On the votes that the American Foreign Service Association considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 88 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Campaign for U.N. Reform considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 57 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Peace Action considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 43 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Washington Report on Middle East Affairs (WRMEA) considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Peace Action considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 44 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Council for a Livable World considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 75 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the PeacePac considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 75 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the Campaign for U.N. Reform considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 63 percent of the time.

1998-2002 On the votes that the Center for Security Policy considered to be the most important in 1998-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 25 percent of the time.

Gender Issues
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2003 On the votes that the Business and Professional Women USA considered to be the most important during the 107th Congress, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 80 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the Concerned Women for America considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the American Association of University Women considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the American Association of University Women considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Business and Professional Women/USA considered to be the most important during the 107th Congress, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Concerned Women for America considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 33 percent of the time.

2001-2002

2001 On the votes that the American Association of University Women considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Concerned Women for America considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

1998 On the votes that the National Organization for Women considered to be the most important in 1998, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 85 percent of the time.

Government Reform
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2001-2002 On the votes that the Council for Government Reform considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the National Association of Counties considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 78 percent of the time.

2001-2002 Based on the co-sponsorship of bills or resolutions that the Radical Middle considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry sponsored their preferred bills or resolutions 45 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the National Association of Counties considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 66 percent of the time.

Gun Issues
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2003 Based on the results of a questionnaire the Gun Owners of America assigned Senator Kerry a grade of F (with grades ranging from a high of A+ to a low of F-).

2002 On the votes that the The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2002 Based on lifetime voting records on gun issues and the results of a questionnaire sent to all Congressional candidates in 2002, the National Rifle Association assigned Senator Kerry a grade of F (with grades ranging from a high of A+ to a low of F).

2001-2002 Based on the results of a questionnaire the Gun Owners of America assigned Senator Kerry a grade of F (with grades ranging from a high of A+ to a low of F-).

2001-2002 On the votes that the American Bar Association--Special Committee on Gun Violence considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence considered to be the most important in 1999-2000 , Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the American Bar Association--Special Committee on Gun Violence considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2000 Based on the results of a questionnaire the Gun Owners of America assigned Senator Kerry a grade of F- (with grades ranging from a high of A+ to a low of F-).

Health Issues
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2003 On the votes that the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the American Public Health Association considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the American Public Health Association considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 86 percent of the time.

2001-2002 Based on legislative votes, sponsorship of legislation not voted upon, and endorsements of special "dear colleague" letters that the National Breast Cancer Coalition considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry supported their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the American Public Health Association considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the American Medical Association considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 Based on legislative votes, sponsorship of legislation not voted upon, and endorsements of special "dear colleague" letters that the National Breast Cancer Coalition considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry supported their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the American Public Health Association considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

Housing and Property Issues
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2003 On the votes that the League of Private Property Voters considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the League of Private Property Voters considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the League of Private Property Voters considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the League of Private Property Voters considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

Immigration
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2002 On the votes that the American Immigration Lawyers Association considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Californians for Population Stabilization considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1989-2003 Based on the votes, committee votes, co-sponsorships and other leadership actions that the Americans for Better Immigration considered to be the most important in 1989-2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 18 percent of the time.

1989-2002 Based on the votes, committee votes, co-sponsorships and other leadership actions that the Americans for Better Immigration considered to be the most important in 1989-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 20 percent of the time.

1989-2001 Based on the votes, committee votes, co-sponsorships and other leadership actions that the Americans for Better Immigration considered to be the most important in 1989-2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 20 percent of the time.

Labor
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2003 On the votes that the Transportation Communications Union considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the United Auto Workers considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 102 percent of the time. Those who supported or provided other assistance in connection with a UAW organizing drive are given an extra 10% bonus.

2003 On the votes that the Non Commissioned Officers Association considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 86 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the AFL-CIO considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 80 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Worker considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 50 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the American Federation of Government Employees considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 88 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 88 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 25 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Worker considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the Non Commissioned Officers Association considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the Transportation Communications Union considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the Service Employees International Union considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 91 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 43 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the AFL-CIO considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 92 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the United Auto Workers considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 85 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the Communications Workers of America considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 86 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the National Association of Social Workers considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 88 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 75 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the American Postal Workers Union considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 90 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Transportation Communications Union considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 86 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the American Federation of Government Employees considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 93 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Worker considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 87 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the United Auto Workers considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the United Food & Commercial Workers considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Service Employees International Union considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the AFL-CIO considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Non Commissioned Officers Association considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers IU. considered to be the most important in 2001 , Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 85 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Worker considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the AFL-CIO considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 75 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Teamsters considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 50 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the American Federation of Government Employees considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 82 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the United Auto Workers considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 92 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Communications Workers of America considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 43 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Service Employees International Union considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the National Association of Social Workers considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 90 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the International Association of Fire Fighters considered to be the most important in 1999-2000 , Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the Transportation Communications Union considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the Communications Workers of America considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 86 percent of the time.

Liberal
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2003 On the votes that the National Committee for an Effective Congress considered to be the most important in the first quarter of 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the U.S. Public Interest Research Group considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 95 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the State PIRGs Working Together considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 95 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the Friends Comm. on Nat'l Leg. considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the Public Citizen's Congress Watch considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 27 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the Americans for Democratic Action considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 85 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the U.S. Public Interest Research Group considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 95 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the Americans for Democratic Action considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 85 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the National Committee for an Effective Congress considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 95 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Friends Committee on National Legislation considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 50 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Public Citizen's Congress Watch considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 85 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the National Committee for an Effective Congress considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 96 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the U.S. Public Interest Research Group considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 94 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Americans for Democratic Action considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 95 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Friends Committee on National Legislation considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Friends Committee on National Legislation considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 73 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Americans for Democratic Action considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 90 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the Public Citizen's Congress Watch considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 83 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the U.S. Public Interest Research Group considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 87 percent of the time.

National Journal
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2003 According to the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy's calculations, in 2003, Senator Kerry voted more conservative on economic policy issues than 0 percent of the Senators.

2003 According to the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score's calculations, in 2003, Senator Kerry voted more liberal on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 97 percent of the Senators.

2003 According to the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy's calculations, in 2003, Senator Kerry voted more liberal on economic policy issues than 93 percent of the Senators.

2003 According to the National Journal - Composite Conservative Score's calculations, in 2003, Senator Kerry voted more conservative on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 4 percent of the Senators.

2002 According to the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy's calculations, in 2002, Senator Kerry voted more liberal on economic policy issues than 95 percent of the Senators.

2002 According to the National Journal - Composite Conservative Score's calculations, in 2002, Senator Kerry voted more conservative on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 13 percent of the Senators.

2002 According to the National Journal - Composite Liberal Score's calculations, in 2002, Senator Kerry voted more liberal on economic, defense and foreign policy issues than 87 percent of the Senators.

2002 According to the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy's calculations, in 2002, Senator Kerry voted more liberal on foreign policy issues than 73 percent of the Senators.

2002 According to the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy's calculations, in 2002, Senator Kerry voted more conservative on economic policy issues than 0 percent of the Senators.

2002 According to the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy's calculations, in 2002, Senator Kerry voted more conservative on social policy issues than 0 percent of the Senators.

2002 According to the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy's calculations, in 2002, Senator Kerry voted more conservative on foreign policy issues than 26 percent of the Senators.

2002 According to the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy's calculations, in 2002, Senator Kerry voted more liberal on social policy issues than 82 percent of the Senators.

2001 According to the National Journal - Conservative on Economic Policy's calculations, in 2001, Senator Kerry voted more conservative on economic policy issues than 0 percent of the Senators.

2001 According to the National Journal - Conservative on Social Policy's calculations, in 2001, Senator Kerry voted more conservative on social policy issues than 8 percent of the Senators.

2001 According to the National Journal - Conservative on Foreign Policy's calculations, in 2001, Senator Kerry voted more conservative on foreign policy issues than 14 percent of the Senators.

2001 According to the National Journal - Liberal on Economic Policy's calculations, in 2001, Senator Kerry voted more liberal on economic policy issues than 93 percent of the Senators.

2001 According to the National Journal - Liberal on Social Policy's calculations, in 2001, Senator Kerry voted more liberal on social policy issues than 81 percent of the Senators.

2001 According to the National Journal - Liberal on Foreign Policy's calculations, in 2001, Senator Kerry voted more liberal on foreign policy issues than 74 percent of the Senators.

Science and Medical Research
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2002 On the votes that the Information Technology Industry Council considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 71 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Information Technology Industry Council considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 83 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the Information Technology Industry Council considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 40 percent of the time.

Senior and Social Security Issues
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2003 On the votes that the Alliance for Retired Americans considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the Alliance for Retired Americans considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the National Association of Retired Federal Employees considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Alliance for Retired Americans considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the National Association of Retired Federal Employees considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the votes that the United Seniors Association considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 11 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the United Seniors Association considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 0 percent of the time.

Social Issues
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2003 On the votes that the Population Connection considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2003 On the votes that the NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby considered to be the most important in 2003, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 80 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the Population Connection considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2002 On the votes that the NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby considered to be the most important in 2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 33 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the Bread for the World considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2001-2002 On the votes that the People for the American Way considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 85 percent of the time.

2001 On the votes that the Zero Population Growth considered to be the most important in 2001, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Zero Population Growth considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the Bread for the World considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

2000 On the votes that the NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 82 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 82 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the Bread for the World considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

Trade Issues
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2001-2002 On the votes that the CATO Institute--Center for Trade Policy Studies considered to be the most important in 2001-2002, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 33 percent of the time.

1999-2000 On the trade votes that the CATO Trade considered to be the most important in 1999-2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 87 percent of the time.

Veterans Issues
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2000 On the votes that the The Retired Officers Association considered to be the most important in 2000, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 66 percent of the time.

1999 On the votes that the Disabled American Veterans considered to be the most important in 1999, Senator Kerry voted their preferred position 100 percent of the time.

[Ricdude]

10. ACK got a reference for that compilation?

I'd rather email my friends a link than the whole thing....

[ACK]

11. Sure here it is from Project Vote Smart

http://www.vote-smart.org/issue_rating_category.php?can_id=S0421103

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[Ricdude]

13. muchos gracias, Ack! n/t

[nothingshocksmeanymore]

14. May I request permission to steal this post and use it from time to time?

[Dr Fate]

12. I will gladly, not reluctantly, stop Bush from stacking the Supreme Ct.

...from further wrecking the economy,environment, and from further damaging America's foreign policy