My feelings about 2004 in many ways can be summed up by an expression I've seen many times from Oscar over at Blog for America:
But the year was also memorable and life-changing, and hopefully one day will yield good fruit, thanks to some of the people who played an important role in my life during that time. Kimmy Cash is one of them, and since I know she has friends here (and since you can't link directly to comments on BFA) I am copying what she wrote to a diary here.
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last post was really cool. More proof to add to the pile. His concern AND sense of responsibility always shocks me. Not sure why, he never let's us down, huh? One cool cat, that Dr Dean!
You know how you can completely and utterly oppose things Dean supports and at the same time know he's the only man for the job (ANY job?!)
Remember how when you first found Dr Dean, his issues..his POLITICS were ALMOST irrelevant because his person was so outstanding that he earned your support with a quickness?!
Ahhh the good ol' days. He's a gift that keeps on giving!
Explaining that you discovered a REAL modern day LEADER/HERO and that he was running for Pres. was fun but-- 'nice guys finish last" and you were shot down-- oooooh 2004. Such joy. SUCH joy.
Deans post on this site today just reinforces those opinions... you may not agree with Dean on everything but his concern and his sense of responsibility is virtually unhread of and for that.. He RULES.
He`s been doing it since day one, no strings attached. If there is a pressing issue or your lucky enough to catch him online or in person.. damn it, he WILL expose it, solve it or show you how to solve the problem. It's in his SOUL I think. A Dr.. Father..leader. Yep, he's a keeper! I imagine he couldn't stop caring about people if he tried. Ol' bleedin' heart, sap!
Those were some eye-opening, panic attacking, exciting good days in 2004 weren't they? The campaign.. HOLY MOLY! Anyway, is post today is one to stick in the "dean in 08, `character debate comebacks'" folder, don't ya think?
Dean isn't presidential! Pffft. Jackasses! His qualifications go far beyond any present day "leader", IMO. Well, you all know this stuff already! So, no need to get buckwild with it.
Then AGAIN, buck wild seems to fit
Hey, there might be lurkers~ya never know!!! God help us. I imagine someone actually reads all my b.s when they are bored, so Im not gonna feel bad for mile long posts anymore! haha--seems to help insomnia at any rate.
**FOR THOSE THAT MAY NOT KNOW..*
People have been emailing, posting and talking about their post election blues, concern for DFA's future, the voting disaster and no response A LOT lately -- sent him 4 this last month myself!
Just yesterday Renee sent out an email discussing her concerns about DFA. I forwarded it to DR Dean last night. 10 other people probably did too and/ or sent their own note and I`m sure there were a gazillion other emails from just last week!
Posts have been filled with serious concerns and freak outs over the future of DFA supporters, Dean concerns, DNC concerns, Dean's stand-offish presence or odd remarks in the press or things like the DNC jacking our guy or prevening a future run. A lot of worry about Dems screwing him over this DNC deal.
(Anticipation actually. Honestly I can't wait to see what happens with all that.. The aftermath of that .. Another turning point perhaps if he doesn't get it?)
Hm Poor Doc, huh? Well he made his bed, time to lie in it! Just kidding. Actually, it's really amazing that a person as bombarded and busy actually takes the time to stay in tune with his peeps and cheer them on--
So, as far as I'm concerned.. dropping out (as doc once said) isn`t an option (tonight anyway) because at the very least we all agree that he deserves payback, support, etc. and he sure as h e l l isn't getting it rom his party.
Patience. Time. Action. I bet he LOVES those gifts.
Any freakin' way, no doubt he's received a ton of mail full of worries and questions. But, does the Doc delete? Does he skip those notes? H e l l no! He's still with us!!
YOU are the voice many people choose to stand with or follow, Dr. Dean and yes, you deserve any help, action, silence or whatever else, we agree. YOUR support for your supporters without a payoff in sight is pretty classy Dr. You listen and you act on it and damn it, that's good enough for me!
In the future, the majority --the new INFORMED majority of Americans - will be showering Dean (you) left and right for leading them (Americans) to a better way of life and the lame press and non issue smear b.s. (scream) won`t matter one bit. (i love that damn scream-only thing that kept me sane that night!)
This seems like a good time to join the conversation and SAY something about News years..
So, thanks to all of DFA, supporters and Dr Dean for several things you did in 2004. I'll pay it forward in ACTION obviously, but want to write just a few words about it, juuuuust in case someone actually reads this whole thing. I thank you for so many things and you guys know most of `em but, TODAY.. Today I thank you guys for making at least part of the year 2004 a period in time that changed my life forever and started a cycle of action that will benefit people in the future.
This blog, Dean supporters, other activists, people I`ve met in 2004-and of course-Dr Dean:
You guys are the WHOLE enchilada and more and should go hug yourself right now. Seriously, thank you for tongiht event. RIGHT NOW this second I can sit here, as drenched in reality as I am and pissed and still, because of this place, I won't be crying when reflecting. Nope.
What will forever be known to me as the year 3 very disturbing (PREVENTABLE deaths) (Editor's note, see here, here, and here) occurred and ruined a piece of my soul forever. Just right now I realize that 2004 can ALSO be remembered as one the most eye opening chunks of time I`ve ever experienced.
People I've met through Deans wiley adventure this year are the most amazingly generous and caring people I've EVER met. You guys have opened my eyes to a lot of things. An amazing group and this year you've had a profound affect on me, my kids, my family and my friends, just to name a few. Bigger than life.
You've been there for me in 2004 in a variety of different ways, BIG TIME. In 2005, I'll try that much harder as payback to you to keep change going strong and partner with you and support you, of course.
I'm sticking around here, of course, but my path has changed because of Christy, as you know. This knowledge also deserves a thank you!
The skills acquired during 2004, many from you, will help with this new battle, A LOT. The majority of my time and effort will be spent on medical issues, the pharm industry , etc. but you can bet your booty all *of my org action is still in place and when dean dozen candidates reflect our agenda or anyone here needs something from them, I'll be there in seconds!
Dr. Dean sure is a good role model!
Thanks Doc, thanks friends.
Here's to a new Year...
2004, good F*n RIDDANCE!!! Be gone!
2005, *please
don't suck more than '04.
Please.
CLINK*
goodnight.