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July 01, 2004

Definitely not Dick Cheney's week

First, you gotta watch this.

Then, you gotta hear this:


Yankee fans boo Cheney

Though their team's fiercest rivals were in town, Yankees fans' loudest boos last night were not for the Red Sox but for Vice President Dick Cheney. Cheney watched the game with New York Gov. George Pataki (R) and former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani (R) and when his image was shown on the scoreboard during the 7th inning's singing of God Bless America, fans stopped singing and booed loudly. Cheney's picture was quickly taken off the screen.

Now, you gotta read this:


NU professor comments on Campaign 2004 and choosing a running mate

According to Northeastern University professor of journalism Alan Schroeder, presumed Democratic candidate John Kerry would do well to choose a running mate who sharply contrasts the current and frequently controversial Vice President Dick Cheney.

“Cheney’s recent vulgar outburst directed at Sen. Patrick J. Leahy was another example of Cheney as a lightening-rod,” said Schroeder. “It creates an opportunity for Kerry to provide a strong contrast to a strong personality.”

“Someone like John Edwards, who many could argue is the antithesis of Cheney, would provide that needed contrast,” said Schroeder. “Edwards is an optimist and a positive campaigner.”

With poll numbers close, both the presidential and vice presidential debates are going to carry more weight for candidates, adding to the pressure of choosing a talented running mate, says Schroeder.

“The question with Edwards is whether Kerry's ego will let him choose someone who's so much more politically talented,” Schroeder said.

That's what I'm talking about. Almost forgot.

Posted by Mike at July 1, 2004 10:03 PM

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