Here's an email I sent out to friends about why I support John Kerry. Some of you may find it compelling, others may not.
Either way, have a great weekend!
I hope the holiday season finds you in good spirits. We have a great deal to be thankful for – adequate water, food and shelter, Conan O'Brien, NPR, New York City, and of course – each other.
2004 is approaching and I think it's going to be a great year. If for nothing else, we'll have the chance to vote and boot out our illegitimate inept commander-in-chief after the worst four-year term in U.S. history. If you don't believe me, do a google search on "miserable failure" and see what shows up. We'll have the chance to change the direction of this country's domestic and foreign policy, to bring peace and justice to other parts of the world, and to be a respected nation once again.
Regardless of whether you're a Democrat, Republican, or Independent, you should be concerned about the mess Dubya has caused. We've got a growing budget deficit (over $500 billion), an unjustified no-end-in-sight war, few nations we can call when in need of comfort, over 40 million Americans without healthcare, rising poverty levels (over 30 million), worsening environmental conditions, growing trade deficits with developing countries, and growing racial intolerance. To make matters worse, Britney Spears still makes music and Michael Jackson still sleeps with little boys.
But not all is doom and gloom. There are several candidates running for president who have solutions to these problems. Even those not running – Oprah Winfrey, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, and Michael Moore – have good ideas. Of those running, John Kerry is the most qualified to be president. He is also the candidate with the best chance of sending Dubya back to Mars. Here are a few reasons why:
Character – John Kerry fought in Vietnam, but more importantly, he came back and led the fight to end it. He saw the death and destruction war leads to first hand and stood up against the Nixon to put an end to it. A book on his Vietnam experience will be released in January but here's an excerpt -
http://www.johnkerry.com/pressroom/clips/news_2003_1119a.html.Since then, he's been one of the most progressive senators in Congress. Perhaps not as progressive as Ted Kennedy, but Kerry has done a considerable amount to improve foreign relations and living standards for millions around the world. He's also the only candidate running that hasn't accepted PAC (Political Action Committee) funding in any of his campaigns. That means he hasn't depended on special interest groups for support.
Record – During Kerry's 18 years as U.S. Senator, he's been a staunch supporter and activist on issues we feel strongly about – the environment, civil rights, workers rights, free (and fair) trade, gun control, women's rights, and education. He gets the highest marks among candidates from the League of Conservation for his environmental record and gets a 0% from the NRA (National Rifle Association). For more on his record, click here
http://www.vote-smart.org/issue_rating_category.php?can_id=S0421103 Solutions – Kerry has realistic, common sense solutions to issues that affect us all. His alternative energy plan would remove our dependency on fossil fuel oil in 10 years. That means all those big fat cats in the oil and gas industries will be out of work and our dependency on Middle East oil will virtually disappear. He'll provide affordable health care to all, with the government footing the bill on costly operations that would otherwise be unaffordable. He'll go to the UN and to leaders around the world and mend relationships that have been tarnished by the current administration. Go to
http://www.johnkerry.com/issues/ to learn about more of his solutions.
Vision – Like Bill Clinton, John Kerry understands the complexities of this world, He doesn't see it as Black or White, my way or the highway. He lives in the gray, like most of us. His statesman like approach to diplomacy will help unite this country and the world and take us to a better place. Kerry's ideas and words carry substance, based on experience and a global mindset.
Some of you may have noticed the media trying to make your minds up for you. With the recent Gore announcement, they've assumed a Dean vs. Bush election with Bush winning. Well, they're half-right – If Dean wins the primary, Bush will win the election. But they're ABSOLUTELY WRONG in believing that Dean is going to win the nomination. Not a single vote has been cast. Don't let the media pundits decide for you!
Here's what I'd like for you to take away from this email –
- Please please vote in 2004's election (unless it's for Shrub)
- Please consider John Kerry for president. Get informed by visiting
http://www.johnkerry.com - If you think he's the one, tell everyone you know. And get involved in the campaign
- And, if possible, please contribute some $$$. Beating George Bush and his corrupt thugs is going to be tough. Kerry needs all the financial support he can get.
Enjoy the holidays and have a great new year's. See you soon!
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