Mister Mets
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« on: September 13, 2014, 10:58:51 PM » |
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Kerry had a few problems in 1992. His Senate career wasn't as notable. He was single, having been divorced for a few years. Primary opponents would include his predecessor Paul Tsongas and Bob Kerrey, a Senator with a similar name and Medal of Honor.
In 2004, his profile was raised by the leaks that he had been on Gore's shortlist. There was a war going on, so Democrats felt that a war hero with an understanding of Washington would be a good nominee, especially in contrast to W.
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