http://pressherald.mainetoday.com/viewpoints/editorials/041010prezendorse.shtmlIn the race for president, Kerry has the better plan ... Despite the best efforts of the campaigns to do otherwise, what sets these men apart is not their qualifications to be president, but their positions on the issues. Bush and Kerry offer decidedly different visions for the country. It is on this basis that the candidates are best judged, and it is because we believe Kerry has, on the whole, the better plan for America that we endorse him for President of the United States.
... While Bush the man has demonstrated strong leadership qualities, many of the policies he has pursued have failed. Of particular concern is the president's handling of the economy - which has been shaky throughout his term - and the related issue of the federal budget.
... With four members of the U.S. Supreme Court over the age of 70, the next president is likely to have the opportunity to shape its ideological framework for years to come. This has many implications and one issue especially stands out: President Bush is committed to appointing justices willing to overturn the Roe v. Wade decision that underpins abortion rights.
... Like his opponent, John Kerry has the skills and the experience to be commander in chief. He also has an agenda that would serve Americans better than that of his opponent. For that reason, he merits our endorsement for president.
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