Reaction to Kerry's selection of Edwards
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By The Associated Press
July 6, 2004
Reaction to John Kerry's selection of Sen. John Edwards of North Carolina as his running mate:
"His roots in the Carolinas, growing up as the son of a mill worker and spending his life standing up for ordinary people against powerful interests will resonate with Democratic voters, rural voters, independent and Republican voters alike, from North Carolina to South Carolina and from Colorado to Oklahoma." -- Sen. Jon Corzine, D-N.J.
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"John Kerry was against John Edwards before he was for him. But now he's his running mate. Who is John Edwards? A disingenuous, unaccomplished liberal and friend to personal injury trial lawyers." -- The Republican National Committee.
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"There are clear choices in this election and the president looks forward to a spirited discussion of the choices and differences voters face this November." -- White House spokesman Scott McClellan.
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"South Carolina congratulates our native son. The Kerry-Edwards ticket will compete in every region of the country, and boost our candidates to victory in November. John Edwards' refreshing optimism attracted Democrats, independents and Republicans to our South Carolina presidential primary. His positive campaign message pulls Americans into the political process at a time when harsh negativity on both sides is driving people out in droves." -- South Carolina Democratic Party Chairman Joe Erwin.
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"He has a lifetime of experience. ... It's going to be a ticket that's going to bring us victory." -- Mary Beth Cahill, Kerry's campaign manager.
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"I love John Edwards. He's great. He has a lot of charisma. He's like a bolt of lightning." -- Mary Gerqschat, 52, of Pittsburgh.
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"Combined with Kerry's steadiness and experience, I think, is going to generate super enthusiasm in this country." -- New Hampshire State Sen. Lou D'Allesandro, who was chairman of Edwards' New Hampshire campaign.
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"I welcome Senator Edwards to the race as Senator Kerry's running mate. Senator Edwards is a committed liberal and spirited messenger for his party in an election that will decide the course our nation takes in turning a recovery into prosperity for all Americans, and in the War on Terror." -- Gov. Marc Racicot, Bush-Cheney Campaign chairman.
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"I think it's an excellent choice. I think he will bring not only balance to the ticket but excitement. I think he will do very well in rural America where the Democratic ticket has to fare well. I'm very pleased." -- Rep. Ike Skelton, D-Mo.
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"John is a very good senator, and I think will make a very strong vice presidential nominee. I wish him the best of luck. I think John Edwards is a man of high character, strong integrity and will be a very good vice presidential candidate." -- Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, R-Tenn.
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