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A New Direction for America

The new Democratic ad that includes images of flag-draped coffins and a mug shot of Tom DeLay has the GOP up in arms. Saying that it crosses the line and is a cynical and shameful piece of political opportunism seems pretty ironic. To imply that it dishonors those who have made the ultimate sacrifice is shameful, fake outrage. Let's not forget that these same voices were strangely silent when Dubya's campaign wrapped itself in images of 9-11 coffins from the WTC, and cynically uses soldiers as props on the political stage, when they aren't busy using them as cannon fodder for this misguided war. Which is the bigger insult?

The shame here would be if we continue this needless loss of life, without some rational rethinking of our current "stay the course" policies. And when they point a finger at Democrats let's not forget where the other three are pointing. They call this politicization distasteful, yet incredibly they appear poised to make Iraq a cornerstone of their campaign strategy yet again. This talk about lack of respect and exploitation must be based on their own experience with these shameless tactics.