Reply #42: Here's what he offers

[poliguru]

There's been some legislation mentioned, so I won't repeat. I will , though, mention the 2 things he has most under his control as President that can help you.

1. Supreme Court appointments. Don't think that's not one of the biggest issues in this election. Rehnquist and O'Connor are about to retire, and the court is now generally split 5-4 on liberal issues. The biggest issue that is going to be in the court in the next few years? Gay marriage, hands down. Not the right to have it (that'll probably be a state issue), but whether other states have to recognize those marriages.

2. Clear headed, non-grudge-holding, coalition building, competent decisionmaking and leadership. We need someone who actually thinks through issues from all angles, seeks expert opinions but knows that "the buck stops here." Civil liberties in particular will truly benefit from that kind of leadership, not just from him directy, but from his cabinet and judicial appointments.

And if for no other reason, to keep Bush out. But I hope the above helped.