Re: On losing the election

[thansen@moscow.com]

Greetings Visionaires -

This is the first time since Eisenhower that something like this has happened.  
And, to tell you the truth, it scares me.

A political party has control over all three branches of government.  The 
Republicans have a slim majority in the Senate, a sizable majority in the 
House, and a very conservative Supreme Court.  This situation gives the leader 
of the Executive Branch (George W.) virtually absolute control of the 
government for the next two years.

Being to the left of center, I would still feel this way even if the Democrats 
had such control.  I feel that it is simply wrong.

Hoping for a brighter tomorrow,

Tom Hansen
Moscow

> Dear Priscilla (et al),
> 
> Having had an opportunity to meet and speak to Mr. Young on numerous 
occasions,
> I too, found the "quote" attributed to him crass, inappropriate, and entirely
> out of character.  
> 
> There IS, however, an element of truth to "a lot of people will be 
watching."  I
> am anxious to see what transpires as a result of our November 5, 2002 
elections
> - in Latah County, in Boise, and in Washington, D.C.
> 
> Nance Ceccarelli
> 
> 
> 
> Visionaries,
> > 
> > Was Gary Young quoted out of context in last night's Daily News?  I
> > certainly hope so, and I'm sure his party does too.
> > 
> > To say about his opponent's victory in Tuesday's election, "There's going
> > to be a serious price to pay. I will be watching and a lot of people will
> > be watching," echos all that turns off the modern electorate.  
> > 
> > There is a proper way to win and a proper way to lose. Both should be
> > marked by humility and grace, not acrimony and threats. The election is
> > over.  Let's move forward in the best interests of the consituents.
> > 
> > Priscilla Salant
> > 
> > 
> 
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