Reply #55: A Day of Reckoning for Democrats and Democracy [View All]

01/06/05

A Day of Reckoning for Democrats and Democracy

By Tom Ball


There seems to be a growing feeling of disdain in the progressive blogsphere toward the whole 'voter fraud' issue. It seems that a lot of people have simply had enough. Perhaps they're burned out. Perhaps they're fed up. Whatever it is, I'm sure the Republicans couldn't be more pleased. Nothing like kicking the snot out of a guy while he's down and watch the steam pour out of his ears in a final capitulation of spirit and will.

They can now take their final victory lap (for now).

Ideally, those tired of addressing voter fraud and the drawn-out nature of contemporary presidential elections would just deal with it and stand strong in support of those with greater fortitude. I know it's particularly tough when you're on the losing end of the situation. But despite the debilitating feelings that inevitably ensue, it is at this point that we must remain the most steadfast in our efforts. It is a painful cycle of loss that we must shake -- a difficult proposition after suffering an arguably unjust electoral and ideological loss.

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