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My own theory - and I'm sticking with it -
Many people have been "educated" for years and years - back to the pre-Clinton era - that being liberal is unAmerican, unpatriotic, stupid, etc. If you are a Democrat then you must be on welfare, are a deadbeat, name the negative adjective of your choice - it has been hurled at the party of the people for years. There are still people who avoid using the liberal tag like it is a four-lettered word. Some are in professional situations where it is not advisable to come right out and admit they don't like Bush. People are losing their jobs, health care, etc. and in this crappy economy who can afford to walk away from their livelihood? People who don't agree with this administration are facing a meanness of spirit that is unprecedented in the history of this nation. That said -
I believe there are many of people who won't (or can't) stand up and say what a buffoon Bush and the GOPnistas are but when it comes time, it the privacy of the voting booth, will let their conscience speak. The polls do not reflect the patriotism and compassion that is felt by the everyday people just going about their lives. It will show in the final tally.
I WILL be in Washington for the inauguration of John F. Kerry as POTUS on January 20, 2005 - won't be at any of the official functions but I will not miss history being made - the return of America to its people.
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