[John Cole]

Rick,

Peggy really is a great writer; in fact, she's so good that you could almost read this and think it makes sense. First, what "parties" is she thinking of? Socialist? Green Party? Cool Moose?

Next, she gives a few great examples of how the Republicans turned on their own. Lott! Nixon! C'mon, Peggy, say it like it is. They simply covered themselves, fearing any support would result in catastrophic loss of both face and elections.

And, all of this in only the first few paragraphs.

Rick, I tried, but I had trouble finishing although I did give her entire article a quick read. I promise to reread her "speech" (that's what it is) and if she makes a good point, I'll concede she has.

Nevertheless, I will concede she's writes fine speeches, and some of her Reagan speeches, especially the space shuttle speech, were works of art.

John