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To: ild who wrote (14483)	11/1/2004 2:40:00 PM
From: CalculatedRisk	Respond to of 116555

OT: My favorite endorsement letter ... From conservative Republican Senator Bob Smith (retired). Note: This is the guy who said the GOP was too moderate in '99! TO: Senator John Kerry October 28, 2004 Dear John, As someone who worked with you daily for 12 years as a United States Senator, I am acutely conscious of the fact that we disagree on many important issues. Despite our differences, you have always been willing to engage in constructive debate in an effort to forge sound public policy. I deeply respect your commitment to our nation and your patriotism which, I believe, was forged when you-like I-proudly wore the uniform of the United States Navy in Viet Nam... Because of the courage and character you demonstrated in Vietnam, I believe you when you say that you'll do a better job than President Bush to win the peace in Iraq, as well as to win the war against terrorism. President Bush has failed to restrain federal spending, sending our deficit spinning into the stratosphere. I well remember that you were one of a handful of Democrats who crossed the aisle to forge a bipartisan coalition in the Senate to balance the federal budget. Therefore, I believe you will succeed where President Bush has failed, to reduce spending and once again balance the budget. As an environmentalist who served as Chairman of US Senate Committee on Environment & Public Policy Works, I know that this Administration has turned environmental policy over to lobbyists for the oil, gas and mining interests. On the other hand, I know first-hand your commitment to a more balanced approach to environmental policy - one where we can have both jobs and profit for industry as well as clear air and water. There is no stronger evidence of this than your outstanding leadership and support in the restoration of the Florida Everglades. John, for each of these reasons I believe President Bush has failed our country and my party. Accordingly, I want you to know that when I go into the booth next Tuesday I am going to cast my vote for you. So will my wife, Mary Jo, and all three of my children: Jason, Bobby and Jenny. Moreover, I will do all that I can to encourage my friends in New Hampshire and Florida to join me in supporting you. I wish you Godspeed, and every best wish for victory next Tuesday. Cordially yours, Bob Smith, U.S Senator, NH (retired) PDF of letter: dailykos.com