Short diary, my apologies. Just wanted to make sure you all got a change to participate in Elaine's live chat at Blue America. Here is the link and a brief quote:
http://crooksandliars.com/...
Policy-wise, what distinguishes you and Cunningham?
The biggest point on policy differences is in Afghanistan. I opposed the surge, my opponents supported it. I believe that we need pursue terrorists wherever they are and not get bogged down in the problems of failed countries. We've spent billions rebuilding Iraq and Afghanistan when the terrorists are now in Yemen, Somalia and other problem countries. We can't afford to fix them all. We need to fix this country first.
I've also not wavered about where I stand. I came out strong and early for a public option, which I still support. My opponents finally got on board but took much more measured stands. I've also called for a financial transaction fee to make Wall Street banks pick up part of the tab for fixing the problems they caused.
But it's more than just policies. It's where we have been. I've taken on insurance companies, big banks and lobbyists and won. I know what it takes to make a difference and I'm not sure my primary opponents do.
Join us and talk with Elaine:
http://crooksandliars.com/...