Reply #36: As a reluctant starter but enthusiastic supporter of John [View All]

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Kerry, I must conclude that, no matter what his other qualifications, he simply does not understand people, or at least normal, middle of the bell curve, humans.
One of the reasons, and the very heart of the "closure" notions, that we have trials and punishments, is vengeance.
It may be cloaked in all sorts of reasoned arguments, but a big part of crime and punishment is the punishment and people need that part. It reaffirms at least a little of their faith in a fair universe.
In this particular universe, there can be no "moving on" until the wrongs are addressed and the truth brought to light. Anyone who fails to defend himself, his family, and the truth is not deserving of support.
It did not and does not work for McCain and it will not work for Kerry. This attempt at being "forward-looking" will excite same, impress others, but will confirm the ideas of many that he is unwilling to stand up for himself, his family or the truth: a bad combination for anyone seeking the top executive office in the country.