Where is President Kerry?

[Used and Abused]

Hell, where are any of the Dem senators for that matter? Can't they speak and make *'s deafening silence (in regards to funds) even more loud?

[joanne]

1. The silence from most Democrats

is DEAFENING.

[madeline_con]

2. I have to agree on this one....

SPEECH!

[Rex]

3. Only if Karl Rove approves it first!

I'm kidding! Maybe Jesse can talk a deal with Hugo? Russia has offered some aid...Dems? Hello?

[Greeby]

4. Latest email I got from Kerry

Dear XXXXX,

This is a time for all Americans to pull together and do everything we can to assist people whose lives have been devastated by Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath.

If you haven't acted already, I urge you to join in delivering immediate help to the people who need it most. One way to do that is to support the relief and recovery efforts of the Red Cross with a personal donation.

Donate to the Red Cross

As we hold those who are going through so much pain and suffering in our prayers, I know you'll do everything you can to reach out and help.

Sincerely,

John Kerry

P.S. There are a host of other volunteer relief agencies doing essential life-saving work in this emergency. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which is coordinating the federal government's response efforts, has posted a list of recommended groups on its website.

[SammyWinstonJack]

9. How bout the GREED PIGS donate their tax cuts ASAP!

That includes George W. Bush and the rest of the BFEE!

[bear425]

10. I just received that email, too.

Funny how some people are so quick to criticize Senator Kerry...

Why not start with our pResidential misleader?

This message directed toward the op - not you. Thank you for pointing out Senator Kerry's email.

[still_one]

5. That is NOT entirely fair

First Congress is out on break, second the media has been so busy covering the disaster, even if they came forward they probably wouldn't get much coverage

[pstans]

6. Where are they?

The majority of those most in danger are Democrats I am assuming. Where are the leaders they voted for? Dean? Kerry? Feingold? Boxer?

I think it would be fantastic if Bill Clinton showed up to rally the people. That would be just short of Heroic. It would show that true leaders stand up in times of need instead of play golf while on a 5 week vacation.

[pimpbot]

7. I asked where howard dean was

and the thread got shut down.

However, I agree, where are the democrats? Other than the LA reps, havent seen ANY of them ANYWHERE.

[PatriotMom]

8. Ha Ha Ha Where was he after the election was stolen???

I lost hope in him from the beginning. He's *'s cousin and blood is thicker than water as they say....I think we were set up again!

:mad: :mad:

[LizMoonstar]

17. Bush's cousin-----

Barak and Roll is just as related to Bush as Kerry is, and along the same family line. Which is to say, 16th cousins.

He has the same common ancestor as the two of them - Elizabeth Cooke.

So, in conclusion, what?

[PatriotMom]

19. Maybe Frat Brothers in Skull and Bones is the common denominator

He makes me as sick and * does
I don't support liars, be they Dems or Repukes or Greens or Libertarians, what ever I want my country back.

[blondeatlast]

11. ...

[KyndCulture]

13. bwhahahahaha that was EXACTLY the thought that crossed my mind. nt

[Mira]

12. Today a mass emailing from "President" Kerry arrived

it said a few predictable phrases about the sadness of it all and encouraged me to give to the Red Cross.

Oh YEAH ! Been there, done that, days ago......

I'm tired of his communications, and I hated having to write to him about keeping the pressure on Ohio...He had promised me vigilance.

I am so disappointed in the non-visible, non-audible Democrats. I feel all left in the lurch, and it makes me livid.

[Mass]

22. SO, you want the Dems from other states to mobilize the media

for political gain on such a tragedy?

We already have a kind of president for that.

I expect all these people to be on the line next week, but for now, the time is to rescue people, not to mount photo ops.

[never_get_over_it]

14. Oh please

Kerry stopped being Presidential the morning after the election when he conceded and then did nothing to make sure all our votes were counted like he promised. Must have been a flip flop - and as for them being on vacation - oh boo freaking who - stand up you sniveling Democrats and take this country back!

[TayTay]

15. Well, this is on the Senate Web site

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the thousands of families affected by Hurricane Katrina. Katrina's unprecedented devastation has cost those in Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi their homes, their loved ones, even their lives. Our great nation must come together to comfort and bring relief to those in the Gulf Coast suffering from this blow. Local leaders and National Guard forces have bravely started the effort, but they need all of our help. Please visit the link below to learn how you can help our fellow Americans affected by Hurricane Katrina.

Click here to Help Hurricane Victims. http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=18473

And this was sent out to the 5 milion member e-mail list and to the Press

http://www.johnkerry.com/pressroom/releases/pr_2005_08_...

For Immediate Release

"Hurricane Katrina devastated significant portions of the Gulf Coast and disrupted millions of lives but she didn’t and couldn’t destroy the spirit of endurance, bravery, generosity and compassion we have been witnessing during the relief and rescue operations. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the citizens of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama as they struggle with the aftermath of this devastating storm, and to their loved ones and families viewing the disturbing photos coming out of the region. Now is the time for all of us to come together to help the evacuees, refugees and survivors and rebuild the communities that have lost so much.

"While it is heartbreaking to see the loss and destruction families are facing, it has been inspiring to see the commitment of people across state lines as they work to make things better for those who are suffering. We also would like to commend the brave men and women who are leading the rescue operations; from emergency service officers to health care professionals to the power and water teams working around the clock to save lives. Mayors, sheriffs, governors, and countless federal, state and local workers and volunteers have demonstrated incredible dedication and leadership.

"We know that many Americans want to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina as they rebuild their lives. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which is responsible for coordinating relief efforts, announced that the best way to help rescue and relief efforts is to donate to volunteer relief agencies so they can help more people.

"For more information on how you can help, visit FEMA’s website or visit the American Red Cross.

"America is united strongly behind the people of the Gulf Coast and from that unity we draw strength. Thank you for your support for the victims of Hurricane Katrina."

Right now we need to do search and rescue and we need to provide for those who are in need and who are suffering. That is what Kerry is doing. Later on, he and all the other Dems in congress need to nail the Bush Admin for their criminal neglect of the victims of this epic disaster. But right now, we need to help those in need.

[Used and Abused]

18. Gee, have they forgotten about the digital divide?

Emails and e-newsletters are not good enough. Sorry.

[TayTay]

20. That's why it was also released to the Press

So that the good people of the Senator's home state can read about it in the paper tomorrow and see it on TV and maybe be moved to donate so they can help to alleviate some human suffering.

Just a thought. Or maybe he could don his Superman outfit and fly around the country and use his incredible Skull and Bones powers to repair the levee, cause manna to fall from heaven and fresh water springs to sprout from the earth and, oh yeah, all electronic voting devices to suddenly malfunction and melt. Hey, he needs to pay attention here. We need those Massachusetts liberal superpowers now more than ever.

Sarcasm off.

[zalinda]

21. And, do you think the MSM would

cover any Dems statement? Most of the statements are relegated to C-Span 1,2 or even 3. We KNOW what John Conyers has done, has ANY of his activities made the news? No. So, what do you want them to do? Talk to an invisible reporter for a non-existent station?

zalinda

[globalvillage]

16. I got an e-mail from him today.

And he and Teresa posted a statement on his website. Haven't heard from any other Sen who typically send me e-mail.
I did get one from Dr Dean, though.

[wli]

23. Our Dems have forsaken us, save Conyers, McKinney, et al.

I have no idea what happened. Rethug infiltration? Selling out? Too scared by threats of Wellstoning?

There's no way to tell.

[liberalpragmatist]

24. Why should he go down there right now?

Frankly I don't think any major public officials not from the area - and that includes Bush - should be going to the area. They need to focus on rescue and evacuation efforts. Any visit by a high-profile politician will only divert resources and cause major security problems and for what? A photo-op?

Moreover, why should Kerry of all people go? Yes, he's a high-profile Democrat, but going there right now would just look like he was trying to upstage Bush and play politics with the whole thing. Let Bush be the one to play politics and then criticize him for the inevitable problems caused by his visit.

Eventually Kerry should go - along with many other Senators, both Democrats and Republicans, since this is a NATIONAL tragedy. But right now, right here, let the relevant people do the job.