Mrzzy,
I definately would have mentioned Supreme Court nominations, because they will be around for a looooong time. I might have been quick enough to mention that things are really pretty good for most of the country right now, so it is somewhat natural for young people to be complacent. But that *should* things go bad, that I would do everything in my power to help those who need it.
When I first heard Gore's answer I was disapointed, but when I heard a replay, I thought his answer was decent. Not great, but decent.