An Opportunity to Define Liberalism

[JOhn]

The Democratic Party bears little resemblance to the party my Grandfather was so proud of. Either America's definition of 'Liberal' has changed, or the Democratic Party has been hijacked by that movement ~ it's current leadership definitely resides far to the left of anything 'mainstream'.

The Liberals that control the Democratic Party are masters at defining their enemies in the public eye. With the unknowing(?) cooperation of many in the media, they have successfully labeled Conservatives as the 'Religious Right'. Republicans are 'mean spirited', 'intolerant', 'rich', and even 'racist'.

I would never suggest a strategy as bold (or as deceitful) as this for the Republicans, however, this next year will present some unique opportunities to redefine public perception. Considering the Republicans terrible track record in this regard, I would suggest they take heed.

George Bush has struck a chord with the American public when he talks about Compassionate Conservatism and bipartisanship. Most Americans want their government to function in a civil and cooperative manner. Yes, politics is conflict, but there is a general sense that people that really care about the country (Statesmen) will find a way to work together.
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[Baby Lee]

Clint,
Illove it when they say i'm a bigot because I say religion & politics shouldn't mix. Then they bring up Jesse Jackson & Al Sharpton as being 'extreme' liberals. Then I point out that's exactly what we've been saying all along: religion & politics don't mix. Then i'm a bigot.

Luz is consistant, i'll give him that.

I'm beginning to see why Cannibal is so fond of him. ;)<BR>

[shakesthecat]

You can mix politics and religion you just have to be careful. Rev. Emanuel Cleaver is a great example of a local civic and religious leader. The guy is nothing less than a total class act and has done so much good for this city. It's sad when I think about it because despite all of his and others hard work I'm not sure KC will ever recover from the civil rights riots and ensuing white flight to the Kansas suburbs. We are a city divided.