I got a unique opportunity to hear Bill Clinton speak at Senator Rockefeller’s house. I went in judgmental and already offended about words he had yet to speak; however it turned out to be an enlightening experience. From the country mansion in the city, here are some notes about what I learned from ex-president Clinton.
I think he is afraid to use President Bush’s name for fear it would make him human. He referred to him as The King constantly, and his party as the oppressors. This showed great immaturity. You don’t have to respect him personally, but respect the office. You were there once too, dude.
He comes across as handsome, charming, personable and human, which is probably why he was a charismatic and believable president. He puts you instantly at easy and is very likeable. It’s almost like he is speaking directly to you, and he really wants to hear what you have to say. He even pauses so that you can take in what he is saying and respond if you feel the need. He is mesmerizing.
He referred to Republicans has ideologues operating with assertion and attack. This seemed rather odd because he spent most of his time bashing others.
He also said Republicans concentrate on wealth and power. Obviously he wasn’t aware we were standing on the yard of one of the richest Americans in the country, eating off of gold plates. Seems like an awful lot of wealth and power rests with the Democrats as well. This was no third-world fundraiser we were attending.
He didn’t mention his wife or her raging campaign, except to say she wouldn’t be there. I thought that was classy that he didn’t use the opportunity to fundraise or promote her. That would have really put me under in the worst way.
Bill mentioned that if he was running for President again he would do so under the platforms of healthcare, alternative fuel and putting more troops in Afghanistan vs. Iraq. That is pretty funny because the issues for getting my vote are transparency/accountability, alternative fuel and global aid commitments. I’m glad to see we have at least something in common
All in all it was a fun experience. Thanks, Bill.
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