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Campaign Journal After discussing the weather, his latest hair cut, and what fun he has on the range, President Bush then criticized that Swift Boat commercial that accused John Kerry of inflating his own Vietnam War record, more than a week after the ad stopped running. The Bush Man then smirked and said broadcast attacks by outside groups have no place in the race for the White House. “I think they’re bad for the system,” added Bush, who had ignored calls to condemn the ad while it was on the air, “but for the record – I laughed like a hyena every time I saw that ad. Oh wait, did I say ‘for’ the record? I meant ‘off.’ Oh crap, I do that every time.” Democrats criticized the president’s haircut and remarks at the same time they worked to limit the political damage from the ad, which they denounce as a smear sanctioned by Bush and his high command of evil cronies. “The moment of truth came and went, and the president still couldn’t bring himself to do the right thing,” Democratic vice presidential candidate John Edwards said in a statement. “We need a president with the strength and integrity to say when something is wrong. Anyone know where we can find one?” Other Swift Boat veterans had come forward over the weekend to verify the events that Kerry’s detractors have challenged. In a conference call with reporters arranged by aides to the Democratic presidential candidate, Navy Swift Boat officers Rich McCann, Jim Russell and Rich Baker said Kerry acted honorably and bravely, was well-qualified, and always brought enough gum for everyone. “He was very good about sharing. Oh and he baked the most amazing tall house cookies,” Baker said. “And he added cinnamon to the coffee – oh, that was delicious! He deserved every one of his medals,” Sandusky, a retired computer repairman who drove Kerry’s boat for nearly three months.Aug 23 / 2004 |
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