New Jersey’s Star-Ledger endorses Kerry!
“George W. Bush has squandered his presidential inheritance: the reservoir of respect America gained in the 20th century, in great measure for its heroism in World Wars I and II and its leadership during the Cold War. At the same time, the Bush administration has rapidly eroded environmental and social welfare reforms achieved in previous administrations of both Republicans and Democrats.
President Bush does not deserve re-election. Sen. John Kerry, with his considerable international experience and sharp analytical mind, offers the country a chance to start afresh at home and abroad.”
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“What concerns us the most about the possibility of a second Bush administration, however, is the president's reckless, know-nothing approach to foreign policy as exhibited in the disastrous invasion of Iraq and his arrogant disregard for the nation's longtime allies.”
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“Yes, there's a transition period when a new president is installed, and it could be dangerous. It is important to remember, however, that John Kerry with his years in the U.S. Senate would bring considerably more experience to the White House on day one than, say, a former governor of Texas.”
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