As far as I am concerned, Kerry was a decent guy who had his belly ripped open, politically, by hyenas. I think the way that election went was a disgrace to thinking Americans and a shame in the eyes of the world. But, ya know, that;s just me.

Now, the thing about that campaign is the Dems had their eyes opened as to what hydrophobic jackals look like and what they will do; so I expect, after the bizarre media-slandering they wreaked on Kerry and Dean, that the Democratic party will be somewhat prepared. Whether Obama has learned from that history, remains to be seen; especially since his whole platform is centered on decency and thoughtfulness.