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Politics : Politics for Pros- moderated
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To: JohnM who wrote (106756)3/31/2005 2:44:25 PM
From: greenspirit  Read Replies (3) of 793800
 
That analysis reminds me of the way Democrats look at the problems in government schools "All we need is more money" and the systemic problems will be fixed.

Here is my two cents analysis of what is wrong with the Democrat party.

1. Leadership - few Democrat leaders have any real credibility. They are perceived as saying or doing anything to get elected. In other words, they lack "True North Principles". Most studies of admired leaders in business and government will point to credibility as one of the most important factors in creating "fellowship". It's often easier to support someone you profoundly disagree with who truly believes in his/her cause, and then it is to support someone you know is being phony.

2. Ideas - Democrat leaders who have a modicum of credibility and integrity, (I would lump Bill Bradley in with this small crowd), lack ideas which embolden the individual instead of the state, ideas which can be openly dialogued and debated. The recent Social Security debate is a great illustration of this. Put down Marx and start reading Friedman would be my humble advice.

3. Politics of Personal Destruction - Far too many Democrats are polarizing people; they don't accept differences of opinions very easily. They see Republicans as the evil enemy, and their demeanor and attitude reflect that. This non acceptance of different points of view prevents them from considering ideas which lie outside their circle of "group thinking" friends, those same friends re-enforce and stroke their ego (the Dan Rather type embody this mold). This creates an atmosphere which over time develops hypersensitivity toward those who disagree with them. After 9/11 the American people were looking for leaders willing to reach across the aisle and get-along for the betterment of the country. And they found few in the Democrat party willing to set aside partisan politics for rational thoughtful discussions to protect the American people.

These three themes have many branches which touch other problems areas the party needs to deal with. The bottom line is they need new blood.
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