Monday, November 5, 2007

Platform pushing

Each party -- Green, Libertarian, Republican and Democratic -- took the stage to give a last explanation of platforms to voters.

The Green Party took the stage first, stressing the importance of a new party, a change for America and the Green Party’s strong grassroots ideology.

The Libertarians were next and explained their views for non-aggression, including opposition to the death penalty and the legalization of marijuana.

The Democratic Party was next, and pushed its platform aimed mainly at the Republicans. After a somewhat convoluted metaphor, the Democrats argued mainly for the withdrawal of Iraq and the strengthening of civil liberties

The Republicans were last, with an argument to fight in Iraq to keep from fighting in America. Morals and profitable business also were mentioned, but it is clear that Iraq has become the divisive issue for this debate.

The candidates will now have a chance to speak and maybe convert a few last-minute voters.

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