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Posted by: raven5131
Posted on: 2004-10-06 09:48:25
I watched both the Bush and Kerry interview and noticed the difference in the chairs that were offered Dr. Phil and Robin. This choice was telling to me. I have learned that sometimes it is the things that are not said that offer the most information about someone. In the interview with the Bushes tha chairs that were offered were hard straight back chairs while they were sitting on a plushy couch. During the Kerry interview Dr. Phil and Robin were provided with nice comfortable chairs that offered the same level of comfort as what the Kerry's were sitting on. I could not help but wonder if this could serve as an analogy of how each of the couples view thier relationship with the common man that makes up the majority of the American public. I understand there is a wealth of production that occurs with a show of this kind. This difference in chairs could have been pure coincidence. It just struck me as one of the tiny, tiny things that can contribute to our perception. I know these interviews were not intended to be a political vehicle (wink, wink) but I beleive the these interviews supported the decision I will be making in November. The chairs are but one (or should I say two), of the perceptions gained from the interviews. I got the feeling that candidate Kerry would be more sensitive to the needs of the American public. Thanks for two great interviews.
Posted by: raven5131
Posted on: 2004-10-06 09:48:25
I watched both the Bush and Kerry interview and noticed the difference in the chairs that were offered Dr. Phil and Robin. This choice was telling to me. I have learned that sometimes it is the things that are not said that offer the most information about someone. In the interview with the Bushes tha chairs that were offered were hard straight back chairs while they were sitting on a plushy couch. During the Kerry interview Dr. Phil and Robin were provided with nice comfortable chairs that offered the same level of comfort as what the Kerry's were sitting on. I could not help but wonder if this could serve as an analogy of how each of the couples view thier relationship with the common man that makes up the majority of the American public. I understand there is a wealth of production that occurs with a show of this kind. This difference in chairs could have been pure coincidence. It just struck me as one of the tiny, tiny things that can contribute to our perception. I know these interviews were not intended to be a political vehicle (wink, wink) but I beleive the these interviews supported the decision I will be making in November. The chairs are but one (or should I say two), of the perceptions gained from the interviews. I got the feeling that candidate Kerry would be more sensitive to the needs of the American public. Thanks for two great interviews.
Posted by: bbydll184
Posted on: 2004-10-06 10:31:59
I respect your opinion, but tell me, do you really think John Kerry has even the foggiest idea of what the lives of the middle and lower class are like? When is the last time he had to even think about where his next meal was coming from? They are worth 600 odd million dollars! Neither candidate can understand what it is like. I would recommed getting informed about their politics and their records, instead of believing impressions from an interview.
None of them
Posted by: nathaliend
Posted on: 2004-10-06 14:17:54
None of the presidents experienced this need so the choice cannot be made on their experiences but maybe on their compasion.
All the little details HAVE to be looked at because they can say whatever they want, it is not a political interview but the non-said is worth so much more. You can know a person by the way they dress, the way they look at you when answering a simple question, the way they point a finger or not when telling you something and also of course by the interior design...
Don't forget that travelling makes you see the world very differently and makes you see your own country very differently than the ones that were always raised in the same place :)
Posted by: nathaliend
Posted on: 2004-10-06 14:17:54
None of the presidents experienced this need so the choice cannot be made on their experiences but maybe on their compasion.
All the little details HAVE to be looked at because they can say whatever they want, it is not a political interview but the non-said is worth so much more. You can know a person by the way they dress, the way they look at you when answering a simple question, the way they point a finger or not when telling you something and also of course by the interior design...
Don't forget that travelling makes you see the world very differently and makes you see your own country very differently than the ones that were always raised in the same place :)
YES -nathaliend
Posted by: sverbeke
Posted on: 2004-10-06 20:16:22
I've written two long messages IN SUPPORT of your letter. I just had to tell You directly... THANK YOU...
THEIR Compassion tells volumns ! The way they sit tells how comfortable they are with THEMSELVES and those with them. The travelling of John Kerry is a huge Asset to HIS ABILITY TO DEAL & FEEL a Larger Part of the Whole. Sandra
Posted by: sverbeke
Posted on: 2004-10-06 20:16:22
I've written two long messages IN SUPPORT of your letter. I just had to tell You directly... THANK YOU...
THEIR Compassion tells volumns ! The way they sit tells how comfortable they are with THEMSELVES and those with them. The travelling of John Kerry is a huge Asset to HIS ABILITY TO DEAL & FEEL a Larger Part of the Whole. Sandra
What great body language!
Posted by: juneface
Posted on: 2004-10-13 17:23:36
I am so glad Dr. Phil gave equal time to Kerry and his wife. What a difference in the Bush and Kerry couples. Kerry was so relaxed and he took his wife's hand at many intervals..and he looked at her when she speaking. When asked how being the First Lady would impact her she mentioned that she would still be first a wife and mother...and she would remain "herself."
One question was the clincher. Kerry related to Dr. Phil how despite his political career he spent many an hour on the phone giving his daughters encouragement in their studies, etc. Dr. Phil stated that this was quite a "sacrifice" and Kerry said, "No..it was not a sacrifice"..stating this was something he was happy to do; a privilege. Score one for Kerry.
Also my accolades to Dr. Phil and Robin...they did a beautiful and equitable job of presenting both candidates as husband and wife..mother and father. It was probably the best part of the whole campaign. Nobody bashing one another with political retoric..but the real deal.
I am, however, most impressed with the Kerry's..... just in their demeanor and candor. Being in politics is hard on families and they all seem to have emerged wonderfully well.
Posted by: juneface
Posted on: 2004-10-13 17:23:36
I am so glad Dr. Phil gave equal time to Kerry and his wife. What a difference in the Bush and Kerry couples. Kerry was so relaxed and he took his wife's hand at many intervals..and he looked at her when she speaking. When asked how being the First Lady would impact her she mentioned that she would still be first a wife and mother...and she would remain "herself."
One question was the clincher. Kerry related to Dr. Phil how despite his political career he spent many an hour on the phone giving his daughters encouragement in their studies, etc. Dr. Phil stated that this was quite a "sacrifice" and Kerry said, "No..it was not a sacrifice"..stating this was something he was happy to do; a privilege. Score one for Kerry.
Also my accolades to Dr. Phil and Robin...they did a beautiful and equitable job of presenting both candidates as husband and wife..mother and father. It was probably the best part of the whole campaign. Nobody bashing one another with political retoric..but the real deal.
I am, however, most impressed with the Kerry's..... just in their demeanor and candor. Being in politics is hard on families and they all seem to have emerged wonderfully well.
Mari5125
Posted by: mari5125
Posted on: 2004-10-07 21:43:48
George Bush openly displays his compassion and is not afraid if he gets teary eyed at times. This is the result of a loving and kind hearted person.
Posted by: mari5125
Posted on: 2004-10-07 21:43:48
George Bush openly displays his compassion and is not afraid if he gets teary eyed at times. This is the result of a loving and kind hearted person.
Bush is a Joke
Posted by: batsnthebr
Posted on: 2004-10-12 09:40:06
Bush is far from being compassionate, this man has lied over and over to us about the War and other things, but now if you take a second to think about this one, Clinton was found to have lied to us about his affair with Monica and what did we all do! We wanted him out of office so quick you could see his head spin. But now Bush is lying to us over and over and again and people like you would like to see him as the President again.. That does not make any sense.. I say GET HIM OUT OF OFFICE, We as the American People are tired of people lying to us right in front of our face. Bush is killing more people each and every day.. He should be punished for WAR CRIMES. He is no better then someone with a DEGREE, with the words 1st in front of it and Murder behind it.... 1st degree murder!!!!!! Get him out of OFFICE....
Posted by: batsnthebr
Posted on: 2004-10-12 09:40:06
Bush is far from being compassionate, this man has lied over and over to us about the War and other things, but now if you take a second to think about this one, Clinton was found to have lied to us about his affair with Monica and what did we all do! We wanted him out of office so quick you could see his head spin. But now Bush is lying to us over and over and again and people like you would like to see him as the President again.. That does not make any sense.. I say GET HIM OUT OF OFFICE, We as the American People are tired of people lying to us right in front of our face. Bush is killing more people each and every day.. He should be punished for WAR CRIMES. He is no better then someone with a DEGREE, with the words 1st in front of it and Murder behind it.... 1st degree murder!!!!!! Get him out of OFFICE....
Compassion?
Posted by: c1k2y3
Posted on: 2004-10-13 13:12:42
I was raised in a "born-again Christian" family. At church every Sunday, I got used to seeing people stand up and talk at length, often tearfully, about their religion, their love of Jesus, etc. Many of these same people would also talk at length about the sinners and sinning of those around them, frequently finishing their "testifying" by asserting, with great energy, fervor and joy, that these sinners would suffer in hell for eternity for their guilty pleasures. As I began to read the Bible for myself, I realized that Jesus diverged from his Jewish religion in the emphasis he placed on love, forgiveness, and mercy. I learned through that experience that you can only know who is truly trying to live according to Jesus' teachings---who is truly compassionate and loving---by watching people's actions. Being teary eyed tells nothing. Proclaiming that you are a Christian, or even a born-again Christian, tells nothing. But many things in Bush's behavior, past and present, have raised serious questions in my eyes about his sincerity and integrity (which I define as the integration of beliefs and actions). His policies have resulted in obscene growth of wealth for the haves and the sinking into poverty of many who were once middle class, with no relief or end in sight. What would Jesus, who said, "As ye do unto the least of these, so ye do unto me," think of these policies? Because of flawed intelligence (and there is extensive evidence that his administration suppressed intelligence that was contrary to what they wanted to hear), he has sent thousands of our young people to die in Iraq, though the people who attacked us were in Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen. Still, he insists the war in Iraq is truly necessary and had to be waged for our safety. Yet, if that is true, why is it that neither of his children risk being sacrificed on this war he says is so necessary? If it isn't a just enough cause to send your own children to risk their lives, perhaps it isn't a just enough cause to send the children of others. But then, his unwillingness to risk his own offspring just continues his hypocrisy of the past when he vocally supported the Vietnam War, then made sure that he was safe in a unit that would never be sent to fight it. You must watch people's actions---not what they say they believe or how they say it---but what they do and the impact those actions have on the people and the world around them---to know the difference between people with integrity and those who are just practiced scam artists.
Posted by: c1k2y3
Posted on: 2004-10-13 13:12:42
I was raised in a "born-again Christian" family. At church every Sunday, I got used to seeing people stand up and talk at length, often tearfully, about their religion, their love of Jesus, etc. Many of these same people would also talk at length about the sinners and sinning of those around them, frequently finishing their "testifying" by asserting, with great energy, fervor and joy, that these sinners would suffer in hell for eternity for their guilty pleasures. As I began to read the Bible for myself, I realized that Jesus diverged from his Jewish religion in the emphasis he placed on love, forgiveness, and mercy. I learned through that experience that you can only know who is truly trying to live according to Jesus' teachings---who is truly compassionate and loving---by watching people's actions. Being teary eyed tells nothing. Proclaiming that you are a Christian, or even a born-again Christian, tells nothing. But many things in Bush's behavior, past and present, have raised serious questions in my eyes about his sincerity and integrity (which I define as the integration of beliefs and actions). His policies have resulted in obscene growth of wealth for the haves and the sinking into poverty of many who were once middle class, with no relief or end in sight. What would Jesus, who said, "As ye do unto the least of these, so ye do unto me," think of these policies? Because of flawed intelligence (and there is extensive evidence that his administration suppressed intelligence that was contrary to what they wanted to hear), he has sent thousands of our young people to die in Iraq, though the people who attacked us were in Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen. Still, he insists the war in Iraq is truly necessary and had to be waged for our safety. Yet, if that is true, why is it that neither of his children risk being sacrificed on this war he says is so necessary? If it isn't a just enough cause to send your own children to risk their lives, perhaps it isn't a just enough cause to send the children of others. But then, his unwillingness to risk his own offspring just continues his hypocrisy of the past when he vocally supported the Vietnam War, then made sure that he was safe in a unit that would never be sent to fight it. You must watch people's actions---not what they say they believe or how they say it---but what they do and the impact those actions have on the people and the world around them---to know the difference between people with integrity and those who are just practiced scam artists.
Yes!!
Posted by: jennifersi
Posted on: 2004-10-14 10:09:22
I also grew up in a "born again" Christian family and I couldn't agree with you more. I have met SOOOO many people that claim to be christians and cry, pray, and preach in public about how important faith and religion is to them, but they lead a completely different life when you look at their actions. I have learned not to put my trust in others simply because they claim to have "Christian values"(especially a POLITICIAN claiming to have those values), but instead I look at the actions of those people, including the way they treat their "loved ones". At age 19 in the year 2000, I thought I knew all there was to know about the world and politics, and, therefore, I voted for George W. Bush because he claimed to be a "God-fearing" individual who believed in the "values of Christianity". Boy, was I naive. After four years of college and having the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life and earn a degree from the largest University in the United States, I know I am not nearly as saavy as I thought I was. It is very true that the security of the nineties has dissapeared in the last four years (and by security, I don't just mean national security, I'm talking about the financial stability of the economy and the fundamental sense of cohesion that we all felt as Americans). I am truely saddened that the very strong sense of pride and respect that the rest of the world and we Americans felt for our nation (that existed for my entire life) has been completely trampled upon, ignored, and taken advantage of in only the last four years. As an American citizen, I am disgusted at where we find ourselves today, and I am that much more determined to make my vote in this next election reflect my knowledge of the issues and not my view of religion. The candidate that has the ability, the policies, and the know-how to re-create the "family" of American citizens that once existed in our country and the unity and respect that the United States once had in the world will be the candidate for which I cast my vote. As American citizens, I encourage all of you to go beyond your immediate realm of influence and truely educate yourselves on the issues in this election. Commercials and movies are biased, cruel, and do not deserve anyone's attention in this election. www.johnkerry.com, www.georgewbush.com, and www.msnbc.com are only a few sites to get information on where each candidate will take us in the next four years. I think John Kerry's mother said it correctly when, while faced with death and being told her son would run for president, she stressed the importance of one word, integrity. I know I share a common goal with many people throughout the world when I say I would like to see the integrity of the United States and the integrity of the American people back on track.
Posted by: jennifersi
Posted on: 2004-10-14 10:09:22
I also grew up in a "born again" Christian family and I couldn't agree with you more. I have met SOOOO many people that claim to be christians and cry, pray, and preach in public about how important faith and religion is to them, but they lead a completely different life when you look at their actions. I have learned not to put my trust in others simply because they claim to have "Christian values"(especially a POLITICIAN claiming to have those values), but instead I look at the actions of those people, including the way they treat their "loved ones". At age 19 in the year 2000, I thought I knew all there was to know about the world and politics, and, therefore, I voted for George W. Bush because he claimed to be a "God-fearing" individual who believed in the "values of Christianity". Boy, was I naive. After four years of college and having the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life and earn a degree from the largest University in the United States, I know I am not nearly as saavy as I thought I was. It is very true that the security of the nineties has dissapeared in the last four years (and by security, I don't just mean national security, I'm talking about the financial stability of the economy and the fundamental sense of cohesion that we all felt as Americans). I am truely saddened that the very strong sense of pride and respect that the rest of the world and we Americans felt for our nation (that existed for my entire life) has been completely trampled upon, ignored, and taken advantage of in only the last four years. As an American citizen, I am disgusted at where we find ourselves today, and I am that much more determined to make my vote in this next election reflect my knowledge of the issues and not my view of religion. The candidate that has the ability, the policies, and the know-how to re-create the "family" of American citizens that once existed in our country and the unity and respect that the United States once had in the world will be the candidate for which I cast my vote. As American citizens, I encourage all of you to go beyond your immediate realm of influence and truely educate yourselves on the issues in this election. Commercials and movies are biased, cruel, and do not deserve anyone's attention in this election. www.johnkerry.com, www.georgewbush.com, and www.msnbc.com are only a few sites to get information on where each candidate will take us in the next four years. I think John Kerry's mother said it correctly when, while faced with death and being told her son would run for president, she stressed the importance of one word, integrity. I know I share a common goal with many people throughout the world when I say I would like to see the integrity of the United States and the integrity of the American people back on track.
Posted by: rose4tear
Posted on: 2004-10-13 16:41:38
I am not saying this is definitly the case, but their is that large possibility that by becoming teary-eyed he is infact putting on a show to gain votes. This "trick" is used to manipulate the auidence into thinking he is just one of the average everyday americans when he's not. -Just a thought.
Posted by: fisherlm
Posted on: 2004-10-06 16:18:59
Try not to compare his wealth with hers. He grew up in a middle class family and was sent to boarding school abroad because an aunt was able to pay for it. The values he was raised with were from middle class parents.
Posted by: aphilfan
Posted on: 2004-10-06 17:25:36
Kerry grew up in a middle class family??? Didn't you hear Dr. Phil say the son of a foreign correspondent? Kerry wants you to believe he is just like you and me, as does his 'pretty boy' running mate. The problem with politics these days is that you have to be pretty well off to successfully run and and win. The people who really represent America are few and far between. My choice of candidate is based on who I think will keep the children of this country safe and who I respect as an individual.
Posted by: smodich
Posted on: 2004-10-06 17:52:16
are you kidding? How is bush keeping us safe? he has lied to us about everything, you name it he lied about it. even chaney last night lied over and over. this is the most corrupt administration in the history of this country and you want more? please.
Who is authentic cannot be hidden by cameras...
Posted by: prosyad
Posted on: 2004-10-06 19:22:03
I watched both interviews. I sensed more authenticity and genuineness in the dialogues between the Kerrys and Dr. Phil, in fact, I noticed that Robin was more at ease as she asked her own questions of the Kerrys more spontaneously, than when she was with the Pres. and Mrs. Bush. The Bushes felt like they were rehearsing a script and a speech and I did not sense they were connected at all to what we Americans need. It is as if they have been so far removed from what are our real concerns.
I also sensed that Sen. Kerry and Teresa Heinz were about telling the truth, they did not mold it, they did not finess it, they simply told the truth. If elected, the Kerrys can bring out the real spirit of caring of America, given their background of being around different kinds of people. They had a genuine listening skill that was not intent on lecturing at you, but simply connecting with Dr. Phil and Robin. If folks are genuine, Robin sensed it. I am voting the Kerrys into office.
Posted by: prosyad
Posted on: 2004-10-06 19:22:03
I watched both interviews. I sensed more authenticity and genuineness in the dialogues between the Kerrys and Dr. Phil, in fact, I noticed that Robin was more at ease as she asked her own questions of the Kerrys more spontaneously, than when she was with the Pres. and Mrs. Bush. The Bushes felt like they were rehearsing a script and a speech and I did not sense they were connected at all to what we Americans need. It is as if they have been so far removed from what are our real concerns.
I also sensed that Sen. Kerry and Teresa Heinz were about telling the truth, they did not mold it, they did not finess it, they simply told the truth. If elected, the Kerrys can bring out the real spirit of caring of America, given their background of being around different kinds of people. They had a genuine listening skill that was not intent on lecturing at you, but simply connecting with Dr. Phil and Robin. If folks are genuine, Robin sensed it. I am voting the Kerrys into office.
Congruency of Kerry was apparent in interview
Posted by: sissyb2425
Posted on: 2004-10-06 21:58:11
It seemed to me that Sen. Kerry is truly "all one piece", rather than someone who tailors his responses to the standards of expediency. I feel that this man's integrity and honesty would offer a beacon of hope to the young people of America who have becomed jaded after many years of shabby politics. Incidentally, am I the only one who noticed how Laura Bush cut off her husband almost every time he took a deep breath and was preparing to speak?
Posted by: sissyb2425
Posted on: 2004-10-06 21:58:11
It seemed to me that Sen. Kerry is truly "all one piece", rather than someone who tailors his responses to the standards of expediency. I feel that this man's integrity and honesty would offer a beacon of hope to the young people of America who have becomed jaded after many years of shabby politics. Incidentally, am I the only one who noticed how Laura Bush cut off her husband almost every time he took a deep breath and was preparing to speak?
you've been punked !
Posted by: cantinados
Posted on: 2004-10-07 10:25:25
All you are saying is that the Kerry's are better actors and deceivers than the Bushes. If you think any of it was real you are sadly mistaken.
Posted by: cantinados
Posted on: 2004-10-07 10:25:25
All you are saying is that the Kerry's are better actors and deceivers than the Bushes. If you think any of it was real you are sadly mistaken.
I think you need to wake up!
Posted by: stelly2
Posted on: 2004-10-07 11:13:27
I mean no disrespect to you, but I think you need to wake up! Regardless of whether or not you feel everything in Politics is staged; this is the way it is. Sitting back, complaining and doing nothing; certainly isn't going to accomplish anything. Wake up and get out there and do the best with what you have, rather than "taking the back wheel" and giving up.
Posted by: stelly2
Posted on: 2004-10-07 11:13:27
I mean no disrespect to you, but I think you need to wake up! Regardless of whether or not you feel everything in Politics is staged; this is the way it is. Sitting back, complaining and doing nothing; certainly isn't going to accomplish anything. Wake up and get out there and do the best with what you have, rather than "taking the back wheel" and giving up.
EXCELLENT
Posted by: pcmomma
Posted on: 2004-10-07 11:20:08
I LOVED your analogy of the whole thing.. I think you were dead on... FLUSH THE JOHNS!!
Posted by: pcmomma
Posted on: 2004-10-07 11:20:08
I LOVED your analogy of the whole thing.. I think you were dead on... FLUSH THE JOHNS!!
Posted by: hrhlmo
Posted on: 2004-10-07 15:58:01
I agree! While President Bush has been out on the trail this week...Candidate Kerry had his stage set to practice the Friday debate complete with lighting, stage, and sound...The actor practices his craft yet again.
