02-03-2007, 07:59 AM | #101 |
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^^^That would be interesting. Initially one would think it might hurt the Republicans if he ran as an independent, but then it could also hurt the Dems since Giuliani is conservative on fiscal and defense matters, but liberal on social issues important to them.
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02-03-2007, 10:50 AM | #102 | |
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I was going to argue against this, but I think I just argued myself into agreeing with you. Elections between two first-term candidates seem to be more about likeability while elections against a sitting President seem to have issues matter more. I do think though that the Dems need to make some mention of policies though. They pushed the "We're not Bush" position well enough for Congresional seats, but "We're not Republicans" won't work as a Presidential stance. Some position must be put forth. Likeability can't do everything. |
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02-03-2007, 08:41 PM | #104 |
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dawgfan: I don't disagree that it will be a big issue, but I'm cynical enough to believe that a real policy proscription for what to do in Iraq will be a mistake. The candidate that makes it clear exactly what he/she will do will lose. The key will be to dance around the issue so that as many people as possible think your advocating the position they agree with.
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02-03-2007, 08:55 PM | #106 |
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PSU: Bush did the same thing in 2004.
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02-03-2007, 08:58 PM | #107 |
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I'm all for a minority President, but Blacks aren't the majority minority anymore. Carlos Mencia for President!
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02-03-2007, 08:59 PM | #108 |
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02-03-2007, 09:00 PM | #109 |
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Right has very little to do with winning elections.
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