Reply #37: I agree. [View All]

[nightperson]

I've thought for a while that Kerry/Dean could also be a wise choice. It would keep a broad spectrum of the party energized and happy, would combine some of the strongest qualities of old and new, "outsider" and "insider", etc. in the present party, and would keep a lot of valuable people from feeling abandoned. I think it would be healthy to try to think a little in terms of this inclusive "combo" (look at how intensely loyal their respective supporters have been here at DU for example, despite whatever setbacks), even if we ultimately nominate Clark/Gephardt or whoever. I think Kerry is a necessity somewhere in the ticket, at the very least he can be the experienced Cheney-type figure in the background lending "years of credibility" to the "front guy". Didn't a lot of Repubs vote for W in part because they trusted the team surrounding him? "Undisclosed location", anyone? }( Welcome to the converts, and thank you for testifying about your "seeing the light" experiences. Preach on!