Julia, thank you for posting. I always like to hear what the other side says when they think that no one listens.
I agree with Maria, it's pretty sad that this a perception of Tea Party or other grass roots movements.
On the other hand, I wish all the people who laughed at that list to continue laughing, because, apparently, they will give us a chance to laugh for many many years come November, if their heads are rooted that deep in the sand. No offense to Julia, personally.

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