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RufusTFirefly Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Jul-06-07 09:09 PM
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44. I respect that misgiving
Edited on Fri Jul-06-07 09:11 PM by RufusTFirefly
Unfortunately, we have what's called the "moving goalposts" fallacy. The thread started out suggesting that DK was unelectable because he's short and not a male model. It's since been shown that candidates who are shorter and "uglier" than their opponents have won on numerous occasions despite the irrepressible meme that says the taller candidate always wins.

So, now it's time to change reasons apparently.

People who say Dennis can't win because he's too short or not attractive enough are shallow idiots who don't deserve a decent president. Go back to watching "American Idol" and we'll be sure to let you know when the election is over. On the other hand, people who point to DK's lack of statewide experience have made a compelling, intelligent point that calls for an equally compelling and intelligent rebuttal.

Thank you for elevating the level of discourse.



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