Reply #137: understandable.

[KissMeKate]

its true, the symbolic importance is VERY important. I think thats why more Democrats have not voted against Rice.

Everyone respects what Colin Powell has acheived, and Im sure everyone respects the fact that Condoleeza Rice has acheived such a position of respect and authority. I can see why that would be important. These acheivements are commendable. Colin Powell was imminently qualified. Condoleeza Rice was not.

I think there is a general uprising here - sort of a line in the sand- "this further and no more". Democrats usually dont object to cabinet appointments. true. I think people are paying more attention to what is going on now, because the democrats have repeatedly sold out the average voter's interest when confronted with a Bush policy proposal.

Highly visible role models are important. I as a feminist recognise that, and it is important to have diverse representation. But it is my opinion that this role model, (Rice) has the wrong policy, the wrong record, and the wrong loyalties (Bush, rather than the truth) to lead.

I hope the language wouldnt be seen as insensitive- alienating fellow democrats isnt my goal, and I dont think it is anyone else's goal either. At least I hope not.