There's nothing like the "lowest common denominator" factor in recent American elections to depress those who expect so much more. Either schools need to do a better job and make civics courses mandatory or they DO need a test before people should be allowed to vote.

But that would be illegal. Better for the republicans that voters be ignorant and swayed by personality and "likability" than candidates be intelligent and thoughtful, fully equipped with critical thinking skills to fix the mess that too many years of Bush and/or lack of consensus and a view on the greater good (instead of lining the pockets of rich individuals and corporations).

Much of the nation needs one huge dope slap. (I believe I've probably said that before at Mudcat).

SRS