Don, because you think the best way to bring about change is by working within the system, and I think the best way to do it is by agitating for change from outside the system, doesn't make you right and me wrong.

You see, that is the problem I have with the absolutists like you. I think we need people both inside and out pushing for change. Because I choose to take the position of the militant opposition working outside the system, doesn't make me Satan. I am just as loyal a patriot, just as pragmatic and intelligent and thoughtful as anyone working from inside the system. But getting rid of Bush is far from my top priority right now. My top priority continues to be work to bring about the profound changes our society, the world's citizens, and the planet needs if we are to provide anything worth inheriting to future generations. I'm a long view type person. Changing horses in a horse race doesn't have much impact in the long run. I agree it might have a significant impact in the short term. But in the long term, a vote for Kerry or Bush will mean essentially the same thing: a vote to continue on with and protect the status quo and the interests of the global ruling elite.