As a Kerry fan, I'm hoping Edwards catches fire.

[aldian159]

No joke.

1. It will keep the media focused on the primaries for longer, giving both the party and the nominee some much needed free press on all the networks.

2. It will be more of a trial by fire for Kerry, allowing him to prove himself now so he will be more tested/prepared in football season. The same exact reason can be said for Edwards regarding Kerry.

3. It will make the voters in states that vote later feel like they count. I live in IL, and we vote the 18th of March, and I can empathize with my roommate, a Clark guy whose pissed he couldn't vote for the General (He will anyway). This will help encourage grassroot support and voter enthusiasm.

4. I like Edwards, and have absolutely no problem whatsoever supporting him in the fall. I just like Kerry more.

[KurtNilsen]

1. I agree with totally.

I honestly believe Edwards is the better candidate.

But, who really knows...

Both candidates would benefit from a prolongued campaing...

[aldian159]

3. My point exactly

[baby_bear]

2. Hear, hear

I was just saying something similar myself. As long as the slings and arrows don't get nasty, and provide fodder for the Rove camp, then I am thrilled with all the media attention the Democratic race is getting, even more so as it narrows.

We keep our eyes on the prize, but part of the way to get that prize is to get people to pay attention; listen; think.

Cheers,
s_m

[Frances]

4. Very positive, very thoughtful post

Thanks

[XanaDUer]

5. I like Edwards.

And they both have great hair, among other sterling qualities.


If they were smooshed together, we could call them Kerwards.
;)

[WilliamPitt]

9. Kedwards

:)

[XanaDUer]

11. Even better.

Eom.

[aldian159]

15. haha

[Mobius]

18. noooooooooo Kerry Clark!

Repubs fear Clark more than Edwards. Clark would be a better veep!

[aldian159]

19. helluva picture

n/t

[Barad Simith]

32. no smooshing of the candidates, please (nt)

[WilliamPitt]

6. Well stated

[eileen_d]

7. Agreed, agreed, agreed, and agreed.

Thanks for a good post. :toast:

[Syrinx]

8. I totally agree

But as I'm leaning more towards Edwards now, feel free to question my motives. :)

[aldian159]

10. As long as your motive is a Dem in 2004

no questions asked.

[NewYorkerfromMass]

12. Yep. Bring Edwards on. Kerry can handle him

and must if he is to be the Bush killer. (and I know he is)

[lowreed]

13. Very nice!

I hope you're right.

[MurikanDemocrat]

14. This Kerry fan would gladly support Edwards

I still think Kerry will win the nomination in the end, and I hope he does, but I have no problem with a more competive primary or getting behind Edwards 100% if he were to win the nomination.

[JI7]

16. as another kerry supporter, i agree

i agree with every single point you made. i would have no problem voting for edwards either. in fact i would love doing it.

[aldian159]

17. Isn't it nice having such a great #2?

Gotta love the safety net of JRE.

[frank frankly]

20. yup

right on

[MercutioATC]

21. As a Dean fan, I'm hoping both Edwards AND Kerry catch fire...

:nuke:

...just kidding, of course...

[aldian159]

23. This also applies to Dr. Dean

but, alas, he is "back in the pack" as the pudits say.

[MercutioATC]

26. Not for me, it doesn't...

...perhaps I'm misunderstanding you, or you me.

[DjTj]

22. John Edwards is lighting a fire under John Kerry's...

...um, behind...

Kerry really mailed it in during the last debate, and he needs some serious competition before he's ready to take on Bush.

[Shanty Oilish]

24. Same here.

Edwards will be president sooner or later. :)

[NV1962]

25. 5. It draws enemy fire, depletes their ammo, while splitting vulnerability

Howzat for a General's supporter...

[The Traveler]

27. We win

OK ... I am still an unabashed Clark dude ... but let's face it, we really lucked out this year when it came to candidates. Even the "fringe guys" (as the pundits called them) Kucinich and Sharpton turned out to be class acts in a major way and had a positive impact on the dialog. (Kucinich is a major visionary, IMHO.)

No matter who wins the nomination, we win. Even me, though my guy dropped out. Not a bad situation, when ya think of it. Of course, I still think the DNC needs a shake up/clean out. But things could be worse. Much worse. We got at least an even shot at sending Shrub back to the range.

rocker kicks bag with a cigar and a cold one ... let's make some noise!

:headbang:

[DannyRed]

28. Exactly right

Which is why Kucinich, Sharpton, and Dean should also stay in, should keep showing up at the debates, and should keep campaigning.

The untold, unnoticed story of this primary season is...

TURNOUT!

EXCITEMENT!

ENGAGEMENT!

And why?

Because of a crowded field of interesting candidates bring different messages and points and ideas to an active, dynamic, INTERESTING race for the nomination.

Since Kerry has opted out of public financing, he will not be hurt by a long primary season....

Assuming he gets the final nod, there is no reason to stop this Democracy Road Show barnburning bush-bashing extravaganza when it is just getting interesting....

[NV1962]

29. Absolutely (n/t)

[mmonk]

30. Let's see, a Kerry fan wants Edwards to catch fire

I'm sure your mind is around here somewhere. Maybe I can help you find it.;-)

[DemDogs]

31. I think you got your wish (n/t)