> > Well, I can agree with that. Let's not forget that the Minneapolis DFL has > > two nearly-identical candidates -- actually moderate Republicans -- wasting > > about a million bucks apiece to sling mud at each other. > > There they float, side by side, in the big porcelain bowl. > > High up there is a large chrome handle.
I think that this representation is completely false and intentionally distorted for political advantage. First, characterizing either of candidates as "moderate Republicans" is ridiculous. It shows how radically left of center the accusers are. Second, you need only look at the lawn signs in my neighborhood to realize that there are major differences between these candidates. For the most part, those with McLaughlin signs are old guard DFL/NRP ingroupees. Those with Rybak signs are younger and more free from past loyalties. I think that who you chose brakes along the edges of commitment to Old Labor (as can be evidenced by the Police Federation recommendation) support for the pork barrel NRP program, and "hope" for a more progressive and farsighted DFL. Michael Atherton Prospect Park REMINDERS: 1. Be civil! Please read the NEW RULES at http://www.e-democracy.org/rules. If you think a member is in violation, contact the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:mpls@mnforum.org Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
