Jesse Jackson praises Clark, bashes Bush

Bush approach to AIDS fight wastes time, money

December 2, 2003

BY JESSE JACKSON

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Democrats and many Republicans have called for a larger effort. Ironically, it took a general -- Gen. Wesley Clark -- to put forth a truly bold program. Clark would double Bush's commitment and build upon World Health Organization programs rather than spurn them.

He sees this as a centerpiece of what he calls a ''preventive engagement policy'' to make America a source of hope in the world. Perhaps it takes a general, knowing the scope and the limits of our military strength, to deal aggressively with a disease of mass destruction.

http://www.suntimes.com/output/jesse/cst-edt-jesse02.html

I realize that many Dem candidates have come forth with plans, but Jesse Jackson has chosen to use Clark as the instrument to bash Bush.

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. . .I thought if his son supports Dean he will support Dean. <sarcasm>

Actually this is not an endorsement I think Jackson Sr. will not endorse anyone in the primary. However it will be funny to see how long it takes someone to say the Jesse Jackson is irrelevant. You see many people view either Jackson as irrelevant whenever either one of them stakes out a position that they don't agree with.

Shame on those who called Jesse Jr. irrelevant when he endorsed Dean and shame on those who will call Jesse Sr. irrelevant as a result of this.

assuming,as most of us do, that he won't get the nomination. Anyway, I believe it will be Clark, and that's going to start a firestorm within the other campaigns. If several prominant black leaders, but especially Sharpton, throw their support to Clark, and his nationwide broad based appeal keeps growing, he'll have the nomination sewn up IMO.
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I don't think so.

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Which is tragic. But Sharpton is a smart, intuitive guy and I think in the end, Dean will have his support. There are too many unknowns with Clark and I think that Sharpton is tired of the Clinton machine anyway.

you are right. :evilgrin:

Sharpton has betrayed the Democrats in NY so many times that is is naive to assume he will come on board in 2004 with whoever the nominee is. I obviously don't think he would support Bush. But I can see him withholding his endorsement. (I even have a tiny fear of a third-party run).

Sharpton has betrayed the Democrats in NY so many times

Yeah, right! And after the Democrats in NY have been SO KIND to Sharpton. (Hint: You can't betray the people who want to hurt you)

into a mud pit?

Back in the day we use to have civil discussion around here. But quick, Clark got mentioned, make a post to poke others in the chest and incite a brawl.

I gotta wonder how the General would view the behavior of some of his own supporters, considering his own sterling behavior during the campaign. I gotta believe he'd shake his head in dismay.

Julie

Shame on those who called Jesse Jr. irrelevant when he endorsed Dean and shame on those who will call Jesse Sr. irrelevant as a result of this.

Seems balanced, don't you think, Julie?

. . .so anything I say EVEN WHEN I CONDEMN PEOPLE WHO DISSED JESSE JR FOR SUPPORTING DEAN, is viewed by some on the DU and who have posted in this thread as a slam on Dean. Their comments don't say a lot about me however they say a lot about the posters.

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is anything but fair and balanced. If one is so sure a statement will be made then wait for it and then comment. This pre-emptive nonsense is neo-con-esque.

Fair and balanced! Oy! Yeah, just like Faux.

Julie

maybe the general just stays behind the battle lines.

a remark truly worthy of a punk with his head up his tight little ass.

worthy of a liar that knows better, too.

He brings important issues to light due to his fame and the media attention that surrounds him and that is a good thing, but at this time, that is the only purpose he serves. He lost my respect and the right to call himself a reverend when he fathered that child out of wedlock while still married. BTW, I'm speaking for myself only. But I really don't know any blacks who follow J. Jackson.

Someone thinks he is relevant and more importantly why should his relevance be limited to African Americans. Jesse Jackson is a leader who says a lot I agree with and a lot a disagree with, but he is not irrelevant.

I don't think J. Jackson inspires people to act anymore. He did at one time, but not anymore.

. . .and he will again.

Jesse receives is incredible. This is a man who worked side by side with the most influential civil rights leaders this country has ever seen. Jesse has been through the fire and we all need to remember that before we make statements about his relevance. Blacks may not hang on to every word that he says but he is relevant. Has he sinned? Yes, we all have. Being a Rev. does not make you perfect. There was only one perfect person that walked the face of the earth and he was crucified. Your contribution in life can not be determined by one single event or circumstance. It is the total cumulative of ones life and deeds that fairly define a person.

That's a fact.

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I too see the plan as bold, because it puts the money into the organizations who will best put it to use. The big pharmas will also be put to the test, but I think if the plan is worked correctly, they will be forced on-board.

Clark's sell on this is the right approach. One of the reason I like the idea of a Calrk presidency, is his push for an International Aid Dept. He believes that we must spend dollar for dollar with the military, on doing "good" which is our real power in the world. (WMW) Just imagine all the people...living life in peace


(File under: only Nixon could go to China)

Why can't Republicans really understand that? Now I have been pegged as a bleeding heart liberal from time to time for thinking it is simply right to do good, but it goes far beyond simple charity to be seen as a positive force in the world by those outside our borders. It is better to have friends in the world than enemies. This isn't overly complex. Once upon a time we could "afford to be arrogant" when poor powerless people in underdeveloped nations died quietly. Now they are increasingly more inclined to set off a suicide vest and take some of us with them. Clark is right to frame his initiatve as a "preventive engagement policy". He has the vision, he has the answers, and he has the message to sell them with.

Prevention is a cornerstone of his Health Policy.

Eat, exercise, laugh a bit each day and go for a check up once a year.... :)

Even if they have a favorite, it does us all a service if they refrain from bashing and doing the GOP's dirty work.

In addition to being right on the issue, I'm thrilled he wrote so favorably about Clark!

DTH

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Fine man. He has been dogged and demonized for many years. In the black community, he is highly regarded. I belong to the biggest Church in Oakland, California. It is also Barbara Lee's church. My husband is assistant to the pastor. Jesse Jackson speaks there all the time, as does Al Sharpton. I think that Jesse Jackson sees a winner in General Clark. Tonight I had bible studies over my house. I got 22 email address, all wanting information on the General. These black folks don't even see why Jesse Jackson Jr. went for Dean...One guys said must be the bright lights and all of the flash. Dean will not fare well in the black community. One thing about black folks they want Bush gone. They know what type of opponent must go up against Bush to beat him, and it ain't Dean. We were actually laughing trying to figure out what it was in particular that he was offering. Sure, they heard of Dean. Who hasn't when the media is signing his name on a daily basis.