Reply #38: Gotta change the public perception of the Dem party first

[tommcintyre]

In surveys, people generally rate members of both parties' honesty down with used car salesmen (at the bottom of all professions rated). In fact, a few years ago, a Korean company produced a voice lie detector (voice stress analyzer) that they claimed was highly accurate - except for politicians. They explained that politians lied so much they were desensitized, so the stress could no longer be detected in their voice when they lied. LOL

I DO think that the currently dominant repubs have taken dishonesty to a whole new level though, and many people of ALL parties (and independents too) are really sick of it and are looking for a change.

I think the actions of politicians like Boxer, Conyers, etc. are certainly a step in the right direction, and can only help to enhance the image of the Dem party. And certainly putting "Dean in as head of the DNC" will send a message of "new honesty". People are used to (discouraged/exasperated by) politicians sending "mixed messages". Dean's appointment will send a very clear message.