Damn---sounds like the dead are not buried and we are speaking of the the will already.

I happen to like Hillary and think she could make a great ---how about this--Pres. not a decorative 1st lady.    But, sadly, she is too divisive in the nation's perception of her.

Frankly, Kerry should have another run---he would win hands down. And Hillary for a running mate---ideal, but problematical.

That said---why are we rushing time so much===there are 4 long years of banality to live through---if we do.

As to dear Rudy---spare the world of his egomania and lack of a world view. The former hounding DA had a really bad reputation in this area until he grandstanded after the 9/11 tragedy. I add to that list the egomaniacal Ed Koch (how am I doin'---great for your ego as always) Grandstanding.   I might add that the Republicans used it in this election---and it never got them one state in the area that is most prone to attack---only in those that listen to the "cowboy's" one liners. But, the Dakotas are safe now.