Democrats' Perception Problem
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<<...Enter Wesley Clark. Clark's story is that of a dream candidate: "A military hero who was awarded a Purple Heart, Clark had to teach himself to walk again after being seriously injured in Vietnam. He's a family man, a father of one who's been married to his wife since 1967. He's worked as an investment banker, and speaks four languages...Top of his West Point Class; Rhodes Scholar [economics]; published author."
As I've said here before, Clark will speak credibly on the economy and security matters. He's got a loyal following already, and this month's Esquire - read by all those coveted Nascar Dads, young professionals, and a bunch of those twenty, thirty and forty-something "guy's guys" - anoints Clark as the man who can beat Bush.
Salon’s Joe Conason sums it up best: “Clark ...possesses some of the most attractive qualities of both Dean and John Kerry without their problems. He has an exemplary military record. He has executive experience. He doesn't have to explain a vote in favor of the Iraq war. And he would enter the race with enviable name recognition. He has also displayed a willingness to tangle with the worst thugs in the GOP, namely Tom DeLay. They will send any such chicken hawks to rough up Clark at their own peril."
As Joe C said, Clark could be the answer. Clark is tough as nails, has a great bio with the ability to speak credibly on security and economic matters, and his Akransas roots will play well in the heartland. And, Clark will no doubt remind voters of the stong military records of past Democratic Presidents like Kennedy, Truman and FDR. Clark will remind voters that like those Presidents, he can make America safe and prosperous, with all Americans getting a fair shot at getting ahead.
Of course, Clark still has to declare his candidacy. If he doesn't run, then look for Dean or Kerry to smartly add Clark to their team to strengthen their image and to guard against the looming Bush bankroll and the dirty the attack ads that come with it...>> |
