First, my observation on your superior knowledge (of the Rezko facts) was not meant to be condescending. I do not write snark. It was a reference to the fact that you always seem to have additional information in any of your comments, which I admire. And sometimes links. Your mention that Pat Fitz was prepping for an effort to get at the Governor of Illinois through the Rezko trial was a surprise to me. I would love to be referred to the source of that information.

As to your request that I delineate what distresses me about Obama and the Rezko connection, let me say that all of my comment at #350 had to do with what could transpire in the general election, i.e., how McCain and company would attack Obama (if he is our nominee) on this matter.

I believe I was even handed in my comments with my concerns about both our candidates. Again, this concern has everything to do about how either Clinton or Obama might be met with “smear”.

Further, I recall your noting in one of your comments in one of the previous threads (am I right?) that you are an English major. Quell chance! Well, I am also and have taught English and literature many years in local high schools. Then you no doubt know of the literary usage of words, phrases, or abreviated mentions that evoke a whole set of ideas, shadings, and history…used as brevity in composition instead of a litany of information. That was what I was trying to do with the words “Rezko” and “Whitewater”.

As to my not hearing the name Rezko before today’s voir dire, no. Since I do not read right wing blogs, the only source likely for me was on one of our sites: FDL, TPM, Daily Kos, etc. Certainly, not the TV MSM.

I hope this reply clears up any confusion about my words. I do not want to be drawn into any “my candidate is better than your candidate” discourse, even though this is the Poo Thread. Bonkers also replied to my comment with what I would have to say was an Obama commercial. OK, he supports Obama, as you do, apparently. I honor you both.

Bottom line, we have two flawed candidates. Two human beings, which by definition are flawed. Therefore, the dilemna. I think I’ll go to the precinct convention and sign in as a Hillary supporter.

Thanks for the opportunity to dialogue with you.

OT — Hey Christy, do you know if we should be seeing Nielsen surveys when entering FDL-affiliate sites?

I just got a survey form, killed it because I wasn’t expecting it and I don’t know if it’s something that FDL was dispatching versus one of the advertisers. Thanks.

I got one and answered the hell out of it, trying to impress them with what an attractive customer comes to FDL. Hope that helps!!

Oh well. The thought is there.

Great thread! Hope the poo stays here.