Mike Pouraryan
Swift-Boaters (2008 Edition)
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If this is honor...I wonder what dishonor is...
John O'Neill is one of the guys who led the "Swift-Boaters" who helped to derail U.S. Senator John Kerry's 2004 Presidential Campaign. It was a concerted effort that ulimately resulted in George W. Bush being reelected to a second term. It was the second term where he said he had gained "political capital" to get things done.
Well, the swifboaters don't seem to want to give up. John O'Neill's email reminded the country about the "honor" he had to derail John Kerry's campaign. I don't know Mr. O'Neill and will not question his intergrity and honesty. I also respect his service to America. But, I don't believe that he truly understands the America that he fought for. To me, America means respect and admiration. America to me means an optimism and belief in the future and the fact that anything is possible. It is about respect for all men and all beliefs. I am sure that John O'Neill believed it once. Doing this to me has undermined the very essence of America. Americans should repudiate and reject such notions. As for Freddoso's book, he has a right to publish his book. That's why we have the first amendment in this country. But blatant character assassination cannot be allowed to continue for the sake of our country.
Now, There is of course McCain's attack ads. To me, the attacks are malicious and will further erode his crediblity. The campaign has become increasingly bitter. Maybe after the conventions we'll see a solid interaction on the true issues. I think the country deserves nothing less. I thought today's Meet the Press had some rather interesting observations to underscore the yearning for a positive, upbeat and forward looking message which is reflective of the mood in the country. Enjoy:
Well, the swifboaters don't seem to want to give up. John O'Neill's email reminded the country about the "honor" he had to derail John Kerry's campaign. I don't know Mr. O'Neill and will not question his intergrity and honesty. I also respect his service to America. But, I don't believe that he truly understands the America that he fought for. To me, America means respect and admiration. America to me means an optimism and belief in the future and the fact that anything is possible. It is about respect for all men and all beliefs. I am sure that John O'Neill believed it once. Doing this to me has undermined the very essence of America. Americans should repudiate and reject such notions. As for Freddoso's book, he has a right to publish his book. That's why we have the first amendment in this country. But blatant character assassination cannot be allowed to continue for the sake of our country.
Now, There is of course McCain's attack ads. To me, the attacks are malicious and will further erode his crediblity. The campaign has become increasingly bitter. Maybe after the conventions we'll see a solid interaction on the true issues. I think the country deserves nothing less. I thought today's Meet the Press had some rather interesting observations to underscore the yearning for a positive, upbeat and forward looking message which is reflective of the mood in the country. Enjoy:
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