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As a life long liberal, I have wanted to believe in Progress. I think that is why Amanda accepted a position with the Edwards campaign. Why shouldn't a strong feminist accept such a position? Now we know.
When you listen to all the boosterism of the Conservatives. Talking about spreading Democracy, a culture of life, values and so forth and then you see how they really operate, it tends to breed cynicism.
I will support Edwards if he is the Democratic candidate. I hope his visual optimism is the real deal. Those on his staff that brought Amanda Marcotte into the campaign had to be idealists hoping for an ideal world. In reality, however, there are TWO America's. The bad side is nasty, brutish and willing to say or do anything to dominate. I hope they can be defeated without sinking into the mud with them to engage in the battle. But the challenge has to be addressed.
