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taxidriver Donating Member (663 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:07 PM
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Do any of you ever feel like Teresa might be a liability for Kerry?
I don't really know much about her, but it seems like every week I read some quote of hers like this:

"Ted is a Bubbling Irishmen and John is not that, but you cant have two bubbles or you'll be really wet"

or

"Trickle-down economics is when people who don't want to, get wet".

so i look at her with apprehension.
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Career Prole Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:09 PM
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1. Nope. n/t
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LittleApple81 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:10 PM
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2. Some people look at what is important: her charity work where people call
her "Mother Theresa"
She is an independent, beautiful woman with her own mind. If people cannot recognize these qualities, they probably would reject ANY wife that John Kerry could have for reasons for their own.
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TNOE Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:11 PM
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3. Teresa Could Be Princess Diana
only better - and they would demonize her.
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derby378 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:11 PM
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4. For Republicans, potential First Ladies are fair game
But don't nobody say nothin' about mah Laura!


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robbedvoter Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:13 PM
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5. No. See Pickles.
"I don't know how they think the president would choose whose funeral to go to"

Laura Bush on why W didn't attend ANY funeral
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truthspeaker Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:13 PM
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6. The second quote is funny so I don't see your problem
But it doesn't matter. No matter what kind of person she is Rove will make up some stuff to engineer hatred.
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AP Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:16 PM
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7. Thought so up to about 6 weeks ago. Don't think so anymore.
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taxidriver Donating Member (663 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:18 PM
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10. why did you think so six weeks ago?
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hippiegranny Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:16 PM
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8. no, never
she has what it takes to be the perfect first lady. the woman actually has a WORLD VIEW. can you say the same of the vacuous stepford wife who resides in the white house now?
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Killarney Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:17 PM
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9. She's intelligent, so yes, she might be a liability.
We all know how well intelligence went over when Hillary was first lady.

Republicans like their first ladies quiet and smiling and baking cookies.

But, IMO, fuck them. I think Teresa will be great!
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beyurslf Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:19 PM
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11. I think people will appreciate her honesty.
She says things that you know the campaign may not want her to say... but that will help solidify the idea that the honest and independent. How refreshing!
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Langis Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:19 PM
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12. As much a liability as Hilary was
By that I mean she wont hurt him at all, but she will drive the freepers crazy.
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KoKo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:19 PM
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She has more personality than her hubbie, I think. Don't think she's
a liability for what she says. She's smart, but down to earth. Her own person.
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PaDUer Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:19 PM
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13. Guess you don't like Teresa
Guess you like Pickles?
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PaDUer Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:49 PM
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30. You got it..n/t
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bullimiami Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:20 PM
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14. my mother loves her
ive not been swayed either way.
Im not "crazy" about kerry himself but im not crazy enough not to vote for him.
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gasperc Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:20 PM
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15. no
good article in Newsweek May 10
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librechik Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:21 PM
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16. I'll worry about that when they put her on the ticket
otherwise, who cares? She seems to be a very nice, well read, and politically aware person. Those are qualities I doubt in Laura--

(not that it's even relevant)

But I'm sure there are many with bad intent out there that are eager to portray and exploit anything she does as a misstep or worse. I am ashamed of what we have become.
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tridim Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:21 PM
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17. When Chelsea becomes president
They'll have to deride the First Man, First Mother and First Father. Freeper heads will explode.
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Career Prole Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 05:41 PM
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43. LOL! Good one! n/t
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President Jesus Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:23 PM
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19. Yes, if it were 2000
I think she's a little overrated and Nancy-Reaganesque, to be honest.

But I honestly don't believe she will be a liability in this 2004 race. This race is only about one thing: Bush.

The main reason I wanted Kerry to be the nominee from the getgo was that it was essential for Democrats to not make this election about themselves, which is precisely what would have happened if Dean got the nomination. Kerry has an impressive resume and is a 'safe' choice for those fed up with Bush.
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onehandle Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:24 PM
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20. She's great.
Her strength and honesty will help get women to the polls.
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cally Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:27 PM
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21. She's been an asset on the campaign trail
She's very well liked when she speaks to audiences. I suspect that some qoute will hit the media and all the talking heads will chastise her. Any smart, strong Dem woman gets the same treatment. She seems to help focus Kerry and they seem to love each other. I think she's great.
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Piperay Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:29 PM
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22. Why
because she speaks five languages and is in intelligent? Yeah well amongst repukes that probably will count against her.
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sandnsea Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:31 PM
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23. She is refreshing
Intelligent, nurturing, funny, and genuine. I love her, she's going to be the most amazing First Lady since Jackie.
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Bridget Burke Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:35 PM
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24. Not at all.
Since you "don't really know much about her"--it might be time to learn!

She's definitely not another Pickles. Nor a Ma Bush II.
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bowens43 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:36 PM
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25. No. n/t
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Generator Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:39 PM
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26. I don't know what the hell you're talking about
And it sounds like neither do you. (read something about her) I have no idea what those ridiculous quotes you are referencing are about.

She's wonderful.
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sundog Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:41 PM
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27. No way...
She's got panache -- something that Laura doesn't have a clue about. Besides, the mannequin look is out right now...
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sangh0 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:43 PM
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28. Another "innocent" question
Just in time. There's been a real shortage of that ploy
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shanti Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 05:32 PM
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41. yes, and
they never return to respond to anything....
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taxidriver Donating Member (663 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 11:20 PM
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48. I have dial-up.
And I had to go to work. i responded to a different post on this thread a little before leaving. tho.
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AgadorSparticus Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:46 PM
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29. she is intelligent, socially aware, and humorous. what horrible attributes
to have in a first lady. :crazy: everyone's entitled to their opinions. but NO ONE is perfect. the repukes will bitch at mother theresa if she was a democrat. so, i'm not too concerned what the damn repukes think or not think.

we've got a winner. that's ALL i care about at this time....
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ibegurpard Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 02:59 PM
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31. are you nuts?
she's the only reason I'm convinced the man has a pulse.
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bearfartinthewoods Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 03:23 PM
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32. she is certainly admirable
i'm just not sure if she's likeable yet.
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TheWizardOfMudd Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 03:25 PM
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33. Only to moronic voters
Last time I checked, she wasn't on the ticket.
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jayavarman Donating Member (319 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 04:29 PM
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34. I think she's cool
Interestingly, a buddy of mine who allows Hannity to mold his opinions on everything said to me last weekend "She seems cooler than her husband" . . . "At least when she says something you know she means it . . . she's not trying to kiss anyones ass"
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radwriter0555 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 04:48 PM
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35. So get EDUCATED about her. She kicks ass and takes NAMES.
her life story is fascinating, her life work is inspiring, her attitude disarming and enchanting, while being forthright, up-front and straight forward.

She ROCKS. How can you have ANY reservations about her?

Please, by all means, go the http://www.johnkerry.com and read FOR YOURSELF about her.

As an AMERICAN you are obligated to be genuinely informed, and not by commercials paid for by george bush.
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Media_Lies_Daily Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 04:53 PM
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36. We also look at some...
...posters with apprehension.

Nothing personal, by the way.
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mitchum Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 04:56 PM
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37. She is an asset
intelligent, quick-witted, compassionate
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doni_georgia Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 05:00 PM
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38. Repugs hate women who have the audacity to think for themselves
Look what they had to say about Hillary! They only want a 1st Lady who walks five paces behind her husband and never speaks unless spoken to.
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i_c_a_White_Ghost Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 05:03 PM
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39. N.O.
She's good, I like her. The only people she upsets are the fundies
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Tansy_Gold Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 05:29 PM
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40. Teresa Heinz Kerry is the only reason I would support
a constitutional amendment allowing naturalized American citizens (like Ah-nuld) to run for president.
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brook Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 05:35 PM
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42. Liability?
Only to those who can't handle an educated, attractive, vibrant,
passionate woman - who also happens to be quite wealthy. That's a combination the fundies find deadly. Their discomfort fills me with glee. I think she'll be the most dynamic First Lady we've had since Jackie.
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IronLionZion Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 05:42 PM
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44. She balances out John's boringness
Seriously, the stuff he says rocks, but the way he says it puts people to sleep. Similarily, the stuff he does like snowboarding and hockey is great, but he doesn't seem to be very personable.

No...child....left..awake...because...I use...more words...than...I need to. :P
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La Lioness Priyanka Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 05:43 PM
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45. umm no
and even if she were. this is his wife he cant just drop her. shes not a running mate
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VOX Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 05:48 PM
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46. She's a plus, overall...
She's got passion and wit and a bright mind, whech she uses -- although those qualities in a woman are threatening to freepers.
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mmonk Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 05:50 PM
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47. No, not at all
she's fine by me. I don't think they will be successful in any attacks concerning her.
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Dookus Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Wed May-19-04 11:22 PM
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49. No, never
she's an awesome woman.

We would've had a great First Lady no matter who won: Judy Dean, Elizabeth Edwards, Gert Clark... all phenomenal women.
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