Lady AKA: I'm feeling your "Drive Forward" comment.
Even though the electoral college actually votes for the pres., many people do not realize that what the popular vote is makes a statement also, meaning that most electors vote according to the popular vote (though a few do not). Also, it makes a statement saying we as minorities can mobilize, putting our disagreements aside, and fight for a common cause (which is to not let Bush ever set foot in the White House). We can't complain about anything if we did not vote and at least try to make a difference.
Secondly, IMO, I think that a candidate's past life should be irrelevant regarding how well he can serve this country, but depending on what it is, and on the images that he is attempting to portray for himself and his rival candidates (hence, Political Cutie's Comment, which I agree with). I don't think it would be an issue really now unless G.W. bush made it one--which he did--Ooops on his part!!
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