Originally posted by TourDeForce:

Example of how the press can twist things to influence public opinion: GWs college records = he was an idiot.



that was the impression given off from most of gwb's pubic appearances, state of the union addresses, and performance in at least the first debate. bush is just not a strong public speaker. kerry clearly outclassed bush in that area.

that impression weighed heavily on many white collar workers, intellectuals, and sophisticates where strong communication is required in order to be successful.

however bush gave off a stronger sense of commitment and resolve. both sides used the press but it was more successful in the final days for the grand ol party the way dubbed "skerry" the person who wouldn't be able to finish the job and stay the course and would legalize gay marriage.

'03 Saab 9-5 Aero