So, Ake, you blanketly condemn any and all Democrats from the city of Chicago? Fie, man, fie! The depth of your analysis of Mr. Obama leaves quite a bit to be desired.

Let me be perfectly clear. I DO agree that the system is corrupt. I do NOT agree that the system is irreparable. I may eventually come to that conclusion, but not until some of us, such as the Coffee Party and the Occupy Movement, and things that are growing out of it, have taken a whack at it. The Occupy Movement has a lot of Right-Wing politicians running scared right now, and the Coffee Party is, so far, keeping a fairly low profile, but in line with Thomas Jefferson's remark about an informed electorate being essential to a viable democracy, they are informing themselves and will soon become quite active.

In the meantime, a lot of people, including some here on Mudcat, are running around like a bunch of headless chickens—and cackling insults at anyone who thinks that something might yet be done.

I am also aware that there are a few here who really won't be happy until blood runs in the streets. I, personally, would like to avoid that—if possible. Sorry if I'm working hard to deny you your pleasures (but not really!).

Don Firth