There will be three televised debates this fall, and only Bush and Kerry are currently allowed to participate. Without Ralph Nader’s inclusion, the critical issues facing our country—including the war in Iraq—will not be fully discussed.
In the debate between Nader and Dean, Dean argued that in a choice between Kerry and Bush, the better choice
is Kerry. This is true if they are the only choices. But they aren't and it's important that people know that Nader's candidacy is a tool to build a potent
independent progressive movement. Dean said when the house is on fire, it's not the time to fix the furniture. True enough. But if your house has been on fire for a generation, it's time to build a new house.
A new campaign—www.letnaderdebate.org—has formed to insist that Nader be allowed in the presidential debates. Democrats, Republicans and Independents who favor democracy over partisanship are signing an open letter to President Bush asking him to use his political clout to ensure that Nader is included. Please sign the letter today at www.letnaderdebate.org, and I'm eager to hear your thoughts on this topic!
Thanks!
Gwen
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