Hillary, America's Thatcher!
ROFLMFAOoooooooo! This is priceless! Aside from both people 'supposedly' being females, there is absolutely no comparison between them. As 'females', Hillary couldn't sniff Thatcher's jock strap!
I honestly don't believe Hillary can win the presidency in '08. There are far too many people who fear and hate her... so much so, it makes the hatred for Dubya pale in comparison. If you think it's been divisive having Bush, just wait... you've not seen 'divisive' until you elect Hillary president. I realize, that alone will cause most of you pinheads to vote for her... no other reason needed... she'll piss off Republicans as much as Dubya pissed off Democrats... that's good enough!
In a race between Clinton and McCain, the former would garner no more than 40% of the popular vote, and win fewer than 100 electoral votes. It would be McGovern all over again. By all means, nominate her!
I'd prefer the blank-slate of Obama to Hillary. I'd prefer anybody but a Bush. I'd prefer somebody with good qualifications and a solid knowledge of the Constitution who is willing to stick by it that isn't from one of these "blessed aristocracy".
If you think Hilary could defeat McCain, you are a moron.
This shows you how low the GOP has sunk. Within a couple years, McCain went from being a traitor to the GOP in the eyes of the conservative base, to being the best saviour from a Democratic president in 2008.
Personally, I think McCain has shot himself in the foot, by tying his legacy to escalating this war, and to tying himself to Bush. Any close association with bush is going to be toxic by 2008.
I don't like Hillary much either. She's been far too lame, with regards to this foolish war.
I'd say that if there is no improvement in Iraq by that time. It is always possible, though improbable, that improvements could be gained and this would not be the same as it is right now.
Honestly, what Bills has Hillary put forward? What is she other than the "blessed aristocracy" that brings "the intelligence of Bill"? What you want is Bill back, well he can't run.
I want somebody who really understands the Constitution, who would never lead us into an Undeclared War, who would actually protect the borders from intrusion. Who would pass an Amendment for a balanced budget...
I want somebody better than, so far, everybody who has been suggested. But they aren't there. I know one thing that I don't want. The same families for generations to come running the nation into the ground and ignoring National interest to benefit the "vote"...
Seriously, there has never been a time when both parties are further from my interests than now. I may have no choice whatsoever than to vote third party this time. Luckily the Internet will give such people more voice nowadays.
I agree with what you said about Hagel, Darla. At this point, this country desparately needs somebody who can tell the damn truth. Hell, at this point I don't care if Hagel is conservative - he's obviously someone who isn't willing to lie when american soliders lives are in the balance.
But, the GOP won't be smart enough to nominate him. I haven't heard one single republican sing Hagel's praises. Presumably, because he hasn't worshipped Bush enough.
I think that you're probably right, but I also think that a lot could change by 08, even among Republican voters, depending on where we are in Iraq, and possibly, in Iran or Syria. I mean, this guy isn't done yet. But if I had to lay down money today, I'd say no, they won't nominate Hagel. They'll go with another nut.