Reply #161: Thanks for you thoughtful reply... [View All]

I think there is no such thing as a "new politics." There are new realities to be faced, sure...no Cold War. But as much as we would wish all of our leaders would do what they do for pure reasons - it is just not going to happen...never has...never will.

I find these phrases politically useful, but empty of meaning when dealing with real world issue outside the campaign.

Old school - new school
Old politics
Old school democrat
Politics of the 20th Century
Hillary can't think out of the box or take chances

As for McCain...both he and Clinton will be respected more by our adversaries. Obama's inexperience on the world stage invites Iran, China, N. Korea to test him to a greater degree. Look at Kruschev's attempts to test Kennedy.