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 By Jack Lepiarz Mar. 1, 2007 With the recent flurry of publicity in Al Gore's life--a successful speaking tour, an extremely popular documentary, and an Oscar, it's surprising that he hasn't announced his candidacy for president yet. Maybe it's because he thinks he can't compete against Clinton or Obama. Maybe it's because he doesn't intend on running in '08. Or Maybe he's just biding his time. Whatever the reason, I think that Al Gore may be the Democrats' best hope of regaining the White House in 2008. Now before you call me insane, let me elaborate a little: at the moment, the Democrats are pinning all of their hopes on Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. Besides the fact that she's a woman (which will unfortunately, work against her), Hillary Clinton is already an extremely polarizing figure. Add that polarization factor to that of her husband and the competition on the Republican ticket (McCain/Giuliani) I say that Hillary doesn't stand a chance. At the same time, Barack Obama's young, intelligent, and seems to be the apple in everyone's eye, but that's precisely the reason why he shouldn't be president. First of all, he's young, so he hasn't had a whole lot of experience in the Senate. Secondly, you've got the race factor, which, morally, shouldn't be a factor, but realistically, it will be. Plus, there's the small Muslim connection in his family and past, and if you think a man with Hussein for a middle name's going to get elected president of the United States, you've got a lot to learn. That's why Al Gore is such a perfect choice for 2008. Neither Hillary nor Obama can beat Giuliani (it's doubtful that anyone can beat him, but that's beside the point). Hillary doesn't have the crossover appeal that Obama, Giuliani, and McCain have, and Obama doesn't have the political savvy the other three all possess. Al Gore, if he gets moving soon enough could ride the environmental wave of support right into the White House (thanks to global warming, he might actually be able to ride a real wave). Al Gore has the experience to be a president, and he has the popularity to win if the Democrats nominate him. He may not have the same crossover appeal that Obama or Giuliani have, but he's got enough experience that people will be willing to trust him, and his hiatus from the political sphere will make people more willing to trust him. As to whether Gore would be able to beat Giuliani is another question. Without a doubt, Giuliani's guaranteed to win New York--a key blue state. If you add in the possibility of New Jersey, Connecticut, and the other states immediately surrounding New York City, it's pretty unlikely that any Democrat could beat him. In the off-chance that McCain wins the nomination, though--Gore's definitely the man for the job. Alas, that's life. ------------ About the author: Jack Lepiarz is an 18-year-old college student at Emerson College in Boston. He also co-hosts the Katherine and Jack Show on UthTV.com and has been performing various circus talents for the past several years. Though often described as stubborn and egotistical, he tries to keep an open mind and treat others the way he would like to be treated. Email: Jackwuzhere42@aol.com Comment on this article here! ------------ All articles are EXCLUSIVE to Useless-Knowledge.com and are not allowed to be posted on other websites. ARTICLE THIEVES WILL BE PROSECUTED! |
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