I managed to catch some excerpts of Kerry’s concession this afternoon, and it was one of the best speeches that Kerry has ever given. By dropping any challenges in Ohio he is facing reality, but also sparing this nation from what could have been a long and drawn out process. I especially like this line: “In American elections there are no losers, because whether or not our candidates win or lose, the next morning we wake up as Americans.”
Indeed, I feel a paradoxical twinge of sadness that it’s all over. Kerry made a dignified and graceful exit, and while I disagree with nearly everything he believes in politically, the excitement of the race has been exhilarating.
Yeah, Kerry chose the high road. Unlike Al Gore who showed himself to be the sorest of sore losers and one who viewed power to be grasped more important even than the well-being of our nation. We can thank him for much of the division that has cropped up in the four years hence. I disagreed with almost everything he stood for in the campaign; but I salute John Kerry today. And I hope Kerry’s dignity and gracious concession will be instructive for the better things in US politics.
I agree with the sentiments, but it remains to be seen how graceful the rest of the loser camps will be in the days to come. The MSM can still wields much power by irresponsible reporting and agitating discontent.
Besides, Kerry can’t afford to burn too many bridges. Judging by the candid moments we were subjected to during the campaign, it wouldn’t surprise me if Teresa the Terrible doesn’t send him packing…:-P