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Old 02-07-2008, 08:44 PM   #27
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Originally Posted by wheresmy50 View Post
I read something once that said up until Clinton, it would be common for Rebublicans and Democrats to fight during the day and get together for drinks in the evenings, i.e. there was a lot of mutal respect.
My understanding is that this is somewhat true. It did happen during Clinton's tenure, although it was a mandate from the Republican House Leadership (Newt, Dennis or Tom ring a bell) as they worked to rewire Congress to build a lasting Republican majority.

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Do you really disagree with my statement Spence? I thought that was generally accepted - seriously. Ok, take out the word idiots, and I really don't see how you can disagree with that.
It's generally accepted among right wing pundits.

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So, if the democrat party thinks people are intelligent and are worthy of controlling their own destiny, why are there so many democrat super delegates (who are not obliged to vote with the people)?
Look at the GOP right now and you have your answer.

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