Clark supporters, check in. Any other interested people, welcome

[mmonk]

The message from me is to stay firm. Nobody knows what kind of shake-ups there will be in this next round of states. We need to be there in case of any big downward trends for other campaigns. We are an alternative to current US foreign policy, as well as, having a good domestic agenda. The American people DESERVE an alternative. They DESERVE an alternature to the Weekly Standard in Washington. If we hold firm and survive the shakeouts, we can remain that alternative. Do not let the media push the DLC candidates which allow this pre-emptive or preventive war mentality to stay with our country into victory nor let the party do so.

"Our country, right or wrong. When right, to be kept right; when wrong, to be put right." -Carl Shurz

"If the truth doesn't save us, what does that say about us?" - Lois McMaster Bujold.

[returnable]

1. I'm in

Clark is very much in this thing. A couple of wins on Tuesday (I'm looking at you, New Mexico and Oklahoma!) will get this thing moving.

By the way, tonight's debate is key.

Brokaw tipped his hand on "Meet the Press" - Clark can expect questions on "deserter-gate" and abortion.

He better have convincing answers ready.

[Bad Thoughts]

2. Wes' moment had yet to come

I spent twelve hours in the NH cold to support one of the nicest and most ethical men.

[in_cog_ni_to]

26. Welcome to DU, Bad Thoughts!

:hi: And thank you for the kind remarks about Wes Clark. He IS one of the nicest, most compassionate, and sincere men I've ever met. Thank you for helping his campaign in NH!

Go Wes!

[Jack_Dawson]

3. Reporting for Duty

I'm very optimistic this morning. Not sure why, but I am.

[Democrats unite]

4. I ain't going no place!

I'm with Clark all the way!

[OBrien]

5. I'm still hopeful

Kerry had an incredible turnaround. The same could happen for Wes.
The main thing is to just focus on the prize.

[Tim_in_HK]

6. Steady, steady

Still here . . . hoping Clark and campaign work the kinks out tuite suite!

[eileen_d]

7. I'm looking forward to some "Wes Wins" next week!

I don't support Clark exclusively, but I've donated, and I'd be happy to vote for him in the GE! :hi:

[lovedems]

8. I am not giving up until Clark does. n/t

[democratreformed]

9. Still have much faith in the very best candidate

I will be with Clark until I no longer have that choice.

[Don Claybrook]

10. from a Dean supporter

As evidenced by recent events, ANYTHING could happen. Clark's fortunes could go up or down, almost overnight. If I were in Clark's camp, I sure wouldn't bail at this point.

[mmonk]

14. Thanks Don

You folks stay firm. The media whores can't write the script.

[Rowdyboy]

46. My thanks too, Don

You guys have had a really rough couple of weeks and I admire all of you who have held on. At least Dean and Clark have this much in common-both are off to less than brilliant starts and both still have lots of committed supporters. There are far worse positions to be in for a candidate.

[ewagner]

11. I committed to Clark last Tuesday night

It took some time to make up my mind but I believe that the General is our best hope in unseating Bush*.

Having joined the group of Clark supporters, let me say this: We have a lot of work to do.

Wes Clark is not a professional politician. He will make mistakes on the campaign trail and supporters have to be very active in accentuating his qualities to overcome the little, nonconsequential gaffs the media will play up.

Our efforts; our committment will be the key to success or failure.

The General's strong character and honesty will go a long way toward his election but I learned a long time ago, that the strength of a campaign is in the committment of its supporters.

Roll up the sleeves. Put on your armor. Get to work.

[maddezmom]

12. keeping the faith here

thanks for the post :)

[MidwestTransplant]

13. MY VOTE IS NOT TRANSFERABLE

Just kidding. I saw some supporters of another candidate say that.

[Jack_Dawson]

15. Place your bets: In tonight's debate, how many questions

directed to General Clark will be about policy, and how many will concern quotes or positions he's advocated in the past?

My guess: 0 policy questions, 7 "clarification" (i.e. setup) questions.

I hope he gives it right back to them by ridiculing the question and the questioner.

[returnable]

17. True enough

Even more reason for Clark to be prepared. He knows what's coming his way. No excuses for not hitting each question out of the park :hi:

[democratreformed]

18. I am holding my breath.

Let's go General!

[Mz Pip]

21. I would bet on that too.

How many times does he have to explain his vote for Reagan or his support of "a" resolution to deal with Iraq.

I hope he comes out swinging on this crap, too. He has nothing to lose at this point and a lot to gain.

MzPip
:dem:

[Leilani]

95. I hope he explains

On Dem Credentials, he beat 2 Dem Senators in NH. The voters thought he was Dem enough.

[_NorCal_D_]

24. I'm guessing

1 policy question (for good measure) and 6 Why is Bush the greatest President in the history of mankind? questions. B-)

[TexasPatriot]

25. you actually think he'll get 7 questions

nah... he'll get 5. Because Edwards will get 10 follow up questions like he got last time.

I think the real question isnt whether he'll be asked if he's a republican again, it's how many times.

Again - why Brokaw the Tool is moderating. Why not Moyers or Cronkite or someone else.

[windansea]

27. what channel/time is debate?

who is hosting it?

[Jack_Dawson]

31. MSNBC - MediaWhore Central

Brokaw, a Top-3 MediaWhore anchor.

[windansea]

35. thanks...will send Wes a suit made by

[GiovanniC]

34. Clark Supporter All the Way Here

The questions for Clark in the debate:

"When do you believe life begins?"

"No, General, f*** all that 'law' bullsh*t, when do YOU believe life begins?"

"Why do you want to kill little babies, Lieutenant?"

"Michael Moore said that our favorite president was a deserter. Why have you not yet called for his lynching?"

"Don't you think it's reckless to call our favorite president a deserter?"

"Don't you think that Michael Moore is a rat-bastard?"

"Why do you want to murder little babies, but still let Michael Moore live?"

[Jack_Dawson]

39. LMAO!!! You hit it on the head

I'm still laughing. Cynical much? Me too.

[Rowdyboy]

47. LMAO! Which network do you work for?

You've certainly got their "style" down pat.

[kerry-is-my-prez]

16. Clark is the candidate who has it all. He needs to get his confidence back

like he did before and remember that he's a four star General who has tangled with much worse than the American media. He was beat up on really bad by the media in the last week and maybe could have handled it better but Clark is a fighter. He needs to get mad and start kicking some serious butt.

Right now his expectations are so low for the debate that I think he will look good no matter what....

[krkaufman]

55. Maybe if he just physically kicks the shad out of Brokaw tonight...

...it'll snap the media to attention, right quick.

Worst case, it get the media offa Howard's back.

[tnlefty]

86. Clark is my second choice for now, but be careful what you wish for in

wanting him to get angry. He just might get villified for it. I can just see it now - "Angry 4 star makes the fomer angry candidate, Howard Dean, look calm".

[kerry-is-my-prez]

89. Clark usually gets a calm anger not an "I see red" anger.

there's a difference.

[meow mix]

19. checking

and looking forward to the 3rd. yeeahgh

[Kahuna]

20. Yo!

:hi:

[Qutzupalotl]

22. Clark is right on the issues.

And southern states admire a southerner who made good.

Tuesday is Wes' coming out party! I'm bringing the cake!

[Jerseycoa]

23. I don't waver

I haven't been given any reason to waver. We go through February and into March before we can know where we stand; it's open until then. I'm in as long as Clark's in.

[in_cog_ni_to]

28. I'm his

for as long as he's in this race.

Go Wes!

[teevee99]

29. wes clark, my next president

[RandomUser]

30. I'm here

We're not doing too bad. Still a lot of road from here to the nomination. :)

[DancingBear]

32. Hey, I didn't spend a week in NH for nuthin'

Go, Wes, go!

[laruemtt]

33. we're finally having a

clark meet-up here in my town in wv monday nite. can't wait to get a feel for the support. just in daily conversations in passing with people, they're 99.9% against * and open to hearing more about the general. yay!

[aquanut]

36. I want a leader I can be proud of.

Not a politician who can't think beyond the next election!

I want Clark as my President!!

[Ivote]

41. ALL CLARK, ALL THE WAY

Having a big meetup, here in Brevard county, Fl. Will be Showing "American Son". Check out our web site to sign up.
www.brevardforclark.com
See Yall.

[KittyWampus]

37. I Am Still Here. Sorry Haven't Been Posting Much

Clark has a fighting chance if he's going South loaded for bear.

[Nashyra]

40. Just returned from NH

Spent all day outside in the NH cold at the polling places, I was there all weekend working with my Korean war Vet father and son and his roomate. We flew in from Nevada. Clark is the most cordial and respectful person I have ever met. He was so respectful to my dad and knew exactly where and what he was doing in Korea. We met Wes Jr. the next day and my dad introduced himself and he recalled his dad talking about a "Korean War Vet" that he had met, it was my dad. This man cares and he pays attention. My motivation to work for him is even stronger.

[Justice]

71. Thanks

It is those stories that make Clark so heroic to me.

[Doctor_J]

38. Present

Excellent analysis. Sounds like the general has his feet on the ground and is working his ass off to make this get better (unlike some others who are blaming others for their problems).

I am not wavering. He will be a SPECTACULAR president, able to lead the party and the nation to our best century yet.

[copithorne]

42. I love Wesley Clark

And I still love the hand of cards we are playing to win this nomination. And if we win the nomination, we will cream George Bush.

Wesley Clark repudiates the war and he will George Bush like a drum. He is a gift to the Democratic party. If we can accept the gift, we will change politics in this country more than any of us dreamed of.

[BootinUp]

43. Never doubt

what a soldier can do when he is fighting for his country!

I'm ready... O8)

[tishaLA]

44. I'm still here

still heading to AZ tonight for Clark. And I'm not folding my tent anytime soon.

on edit: you know, I went to the vets for clark site last night...I'd never seen it (hell, I haven't been to the Clark blog, either) and it was really inspiring to read what vets had to say about Clark. I feel like they "get" him perhaps more than I do...and they really like him.

[JNelson6563]

45. Deanie checkin' in

I urge supporters of all candidates to stand firm until it is over. Don't let the press tell you it's over or other campaigns and certainly not the establishment.

Everyone will know in their heart when it is over for their guy. Keep your self-respect and fight until that time.

To fighting the good fight. :toast:

Julie

[Rowdyboy]

48. You guys have had a couple of tough weeks too!

I admire people who stand with their candidate when the going gets tough. It indicates strength of character to me.

[JNelson6563]

54. Thanks Rowdyboy

I've been floored by the statements regarding respect and character from supporters of other candidates and very appreciative of the encouragement.

:toast:

Julie

[Zuni]

49. Wesley K. Clark supporter here

and damned proud of it

[CWebster]

50. Over time I have come to appreciate your candidate

I was extremely wary of his background, but he has proven himself to be an honorable man who suffered the consequences. Where in the past I doubted him, I noted his willingness to defend rather than renounce Michael Moore when it would have been politically expedient to do so. And his campaign, thus far, has even been less mired in political positioning than Kucinich's. Respect when respect is due.

[Jerseycoa]

51. Means a lot, CWebster, thanks

:hi:

[Jack_Dawson]

53. Wow - Thanks C-Webb

Appreciate the props. I've come to appreciate Dean as well. It's apparent the media hates both of our candidates.

:beer:

[BootinUp]

56. thanks CWebster

That deserves a big :toast:

thanks

[mmonk]

57. Thank you CWebster

Appreciate the words and best of luck.

[Justice]

69. Thank you

That was very sincere.

[Clark Can WIN]

52. You got it monk, I'm here and more committed than ever.

[Crewleader]

58. I agree...

we are a army of supporters' that love the General! :-)

[xultar]

59. I'm IN!!! I've had bouts of doubt about 5 times...but I always

lean on my fellow Clark Supporters to pull through.

I'm in for the long haul.

[Jerseycoa]

80. Nah, xultar just needs a once in awhile smack like anybody

xultar is one of Wes Clark's true soldiers :yourock:

[dno]

60. Wes All The Way

To The White House!
Go Wes!

[BootinUp]

63. Hi dno

Welcome aboard!

:hi:

[joanski01]

61. I'm here, and I have not

waivered one iota. I truly did not expect General Clark to win in New Hampshire, so I'm not disappointed. Now, if only Brokow will let him speak tonight, instead of asking him stupid questions. They are doing everything in their power to keep Clark's positions from being known. When Brokow asks the stupid question, Clark will just shit on the question and begin talking about something else -- just like he did to Timmy Russert.

[henslee]

68. And he did it to Wolf when asked "When does life begin?" b.s.

[On the Road]

62. Clark Will Win OK

If he can win somewhere else, he gains instant credibility, especially if Kerry strikes out.

The big one is MO. If Clark can somehow get MO and OK, he might even become the front-runner.

[nwstrn]

64. Voting for Clark next Tuesday

I'm an ABB, but Clark will get my vote in Missouri's primary.

[Jack_Dawson]

65. Tell 10 Friends!!!

And thanks for your vote.

[leetrisck]

70. Will have my vote in Missouri next week`

Trying to change minds in this part of MO (from Republican) is a little difficult. This is "blunt" country, but I sure try

[OKNancy]

66. Just now CNN - 12:20 Central time

Okay, I thought maybe some of the talk was exaggerated about Clark not getting air time. Just now on CNN.....NOTHING ....NADA

Schneider talked about every other candidate except Clark. grrrrrrr

[BootinUp]

67. stop

your killin the vibes!

Lets wait for the debate!

:hi:

[henslee]

79. I like it.... Clark mementum will cook slow like chili...

[Toucano]

72. Go Wes!

Not only will Clark beat Bush, he will be the first Great president of the 21st century.

No more business as usual!

[xultar]

73. Clark supporters, Can you please do me a favor, Puhleeeeezzzzz

Please change your Avatars to Clark through Tuesday of next week. Clear visibility would be a comfort to me. It is always nice to see a Clark avatar.

Thanks
Turra

[maddezmom]

74. got mine on! :)

[GiovanniC]

77. I'll Change

From my Carolina Panthers avatar to Clark.

They're not my main team anyway.

[henslee]

83. I am avatar-less since I learned that cookies can be attached through them

eom. At least thats what the DU crew told me.

[laruemtt]

75. hey xultar

added one just for you - for all of us!

[1songbird]

76. I'm with him through thick and thin until the end. n/t

[bain_sidhe]

78. I'm stickin'!

It's Wes all the way for me!

I don't know but I've been told
Southern states think Wes is gold!

SOUND OFF!

Oops, wait... we're not on the blog here, are we. Whenever the sharp elbows here get to me, I spend some time over there and come back fired up. I don't post there much, because I don't really like the format much, but I LOVE reading it!

[elcondor]

81. Clark is still going strong

I'm not going to let the media tell me otherwise dagnabbit! :bounce:

[crissy71]

82. Roger That!

[Hoppin_Mad]

84. I'm starting to warm up to him ! -nt-

[Qutzupalotl]

91. Thanks, Hop. That means a lot.

I know you have very high standards!

[democratreformed]

100. Woo Hoo!

This makes me happy too.

[snyttri]

85. I'm off to the campaign office to do more volunteering.

People were receptive to the Clark flyers at the two local events where they were distributed last night.

[robbedvoter]

87. I'm firm, baby. Cool too.

The plan is as is devised originally - with only one difference: INSTEAD OF BEING #4 IN NH WE ARE # 3. But we'll recover from that! ;-)

[TheBlob]

88. The Blob is in

Till the end!

I'm ABB, but I'm not quitting the Clark campaign until he does.

I was on the computer till 3am Tuesday night waiting for that last 3% to come in.
The next morning I stopped off at my local campaign headquarters to pick up a half dozen Clark buttons and to offer myself as a volunteer.

Not only can Clark beat Bush, but he can expose fundamental GOP hypocrisy, take the patriotism issue off Bush's table, and shatter the myth once and for all that Democrats are weak on defense.
I'm through being kicked around by these Right-Wing thugs.
It's time to put them in their place.

This Left-Wing Liberal is 100% behind the General!

[Jack_Dawson]

98. David Cross is hilarious

Nice work.

[bobbieinok]

90. Clark supporter/voter in OK

...

[Jack_Dawson]

99. Tell 10 Okies!

:-)

[Myra]

92. Hey mmonk, I'm not one of those quasi-supporters that'll shop around

for a new candidate at the first hint of trouble.
I shopped around months ago; I picked a man who is *by far*
the best candidate. I'm on board the train all the way.

I appreciate your post! Solidarity! But no worries from this
Wes Winger. Wes is simply the best.

[Dark Star]

computer

burped

apologies for double post; but notice this one didn't get a #, so the count is still correct

[Dark Star]

93. How could I miss

this thread? Oh, my!

Clark, of course! I will be voting for him on Super Tuesday and look forward to tonight's debate.

[phillybri]

94. Right here!

:kick:

[andym]

96. Clark is a regular guy...

Clark is just a regular guy, albeit a man of accomplishment, trying to get a chance to serve his country again. To do this he must participate in "presidential politics", a very strange game with absurd rules and loaded with nastiness. I support him and salute him for his integrity and courage!

[Bonobo]

97. Sorry I'm late! Any food left?

[PatGund]

101. Cool!

A Clark Fan *AND* a Bujold fan! Sweet!

(obBujold comment: Does that mean we can call Clark "The Little General" ;-) )

Agreed, I'm in it for the long haul. Clark did well in New Hampshire against two New Englanders, something the media doesn't like to comment on. I think next tuesday is going to have him with at least one state in the #1 position, and a batch of #2's and #3's.

One main difference between Kerry and Clark was that the media was willing to write Kerry off until Iowa, but they've *ALWAYS* tried to write Clark off from day one. I expect them to continue the "mentally ill" meme if they can't write him off that easily though. However, I have faith that Clark, his supporters, and the American voter can see though the smoke and mirrors the media provides, and send Clark to the White House in November. After all, the media tried to write Clinton off against Bush 41 - and look what happened. Clark can do the same, if not better. And then maybe we can get people in the DLC and Democrats in the House and Senate who want to win, rather than be the GOP's whipping boys and lapdogs.