Voters perspective of the candidates - Rasmussen Reports

[ShapeShifter]

The fact that Senator Kerry is competitive with President Bush while fewer than half the voters have a clear idea where he stands reinforces the notion that the election is a referendum on the incumbent.

This suggests that Kerry's best position is to try and keep the spotlight on President Bush. Democrats are united in their desire for victory, but are divided when it comes to America's role in the world and other key issues. As Senator Kerry's views become clear to more voters, he runs the risk of alienating some who support him now.

source:

http://www.rasmussenreports.com/Bush%20Kerry%20Relative%20to%20Voters.htm

[Gustaf]

Exactly! Kerry needs to keep his profile low and not let people know what he stands for. His best shot is to be an empty ABB.

[classical liberal]

What kind of country votes out someone rather than voting in a replacement?  If we're voting strictly to get rid of someone what assurances do we have of our stability and security in the replacement's term?  Why am I sounding like a ing moralist?

[elcorazon]

What kind of country votes out someone rather than voting in a replacement?  If we're voting strictly to get rid of someone what assurances do we have of our stability and security in the replacement's term?  Why am I sounding like a g moralist?

hey, it's the same country that voted in this bumbling fool, so, what do you expect?