See You on the Other Side..... [View All]

[Avalux]

I've been a member of DU for a very long time and have moderated too. This message board has been through "primary wars" before but never like this; never with the divisiveness that is a direct reflection of the internal struggle happening within the Democratic Party right now.

I have been vocal about my reasons for supporting Barack Obama; I have been equally vocal about my reasons for not supporting Hillary Clinton. I have tried to post thoughtful, positive information but I admit at times, my emotions take over and I resort to sniping at those who are here for what is a single-minded agenda; nominate Hillary Clinton at all costs. This strategy's cornerstone is the character destruction of Barack Obama, even if it means quoting sources that would be anathema to DU in any other circumstances. It also includes the curious tactic of elevating some members of the GOP to an esteemed status.

I do not intend for this post to turn into a long complaint about Clinton's campaign and the damage being done to the Democratic Party because of it. I do need to say one thing before I let this go.

At a time in this country when the Democratic Party is in the catbird seat and stands to regain the White House and a larger majority in Congress, the DLC and the Clintons have chosen to make this all about them; they are behaving selfishly without any regard to the good of the party and ultimately, the country. Carville's response to Richardson's endorsement of Obama is a perfect illustration of this mindset. According to him - Richardson has committed a sin against the Clintons - how dare he? How dare he publicly rebuke what is rightfully owed to Hillary Clinton?

I have had enough. I will continue to support Barack Obama and use my time contructively for his election to President of the United States. I will continue to post on DU because I love this message board; it will be here and I will be a member long after this election is over. At this point in time however, I have decided to step out of the craziness of GDP. Posting in this forum is an exercise in futility and one in which I cannot participate any longer.

I hope the Democratic Party can survive the wrath of the Clintons. I hope that instead of ripping us all apart at the seams, this election will eventually bring us together to support the nominee and defeat McCain in November.

So to those of you who are dedicated to the Democratic Party and remain after the dust settles, see you on the other side.

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