Reply #63: interesting points.....

[H2O Man]

And well said. Speaking in general .... not just about this, but just in general ..... I find that people with narrow minds, who subscribe to any of the diseased "-isms" (racism, sexism, etc) are often offended when you point it out. It shouldn't matter if Condi Rice is black, female, young, or if she's attractive or ugly.

She has a significant educational background, and decades of experience. And her political beliefs are terrible. It's her belief system that makes her "wrong" for the job. Same as Dick Cheney. Same as Donald Rumsfeld.

In my opinion, the only person who lacks the "qualifications" for the job is George W. Bush. It would be curious to hear how Condi is not qualified to advise George on politics.

Again, there is nothing I like about Condi Rice. I think she has done a terrible job. But not because she is black or a woman. I appreciate that you have pointed out the "-isms" that appear to play a role in some people's thinking.