Only true believers need apply for entry to this campaign rally

[dArKeR]

By Sidney Blumenthal
THE GUARDIAN , Washington
Wednesday, Aug 25, 2004,Page 9

Before attending a rally to hear US Vice President Dick Cheney, citizens in New Mexico were required to sign a political loyalty oath approved by the Republican national committee.

"I, ... do herby endorse George W. Bush for reelection of the United States," the form said. "In signing the above endorsement you are consenting to use and release of your name by Bush-Cheney as an endorser of President Bush."

President George W. Bush is campaigning at events billed as "Ask President Bush." Only supporters are allowed in. Talking points are distributed to questioners. In Traverse City, Michigan, a 55-year-old social studies teacher who wore a Kerry sticker had her ticket torn up at the door.

"How can anyone in the US deny someone entry?" she asked. "Isn't this a democracy?"

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Yes, this is Communist Bush/Cheneny/Hastert/Frist/Delay/Republican Democracy!