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By Bill Trotter
EXCERPT - ” Ledue spoke before Durbin, but did not refer to Allen or Collins or even to George Bush, aside from making an indirect comment about “an unchecked imperial presidency.” Instead, Ledue spoke mostly in optimistic terms about the possibilities for the future. Ledue described himself as an “uncommon candidate.” He acknowledged that he is new to politics, but said that he has demonstrated the necessary leadership skills through the his personal life as a teacher, school administrator, family man and wilderness guide. “Washington is failing us,” Ledue said. “Our nation’s moral compass has become clouded. We must renew our vision of what is possible.” Many of the ideas espoused by Ledue mirror what other Democrats at the convention said they support. He called for an energy-stable economy based on clean, renewable power and said America should pull out of Iraq “quickly, responsibly and with honor.” Americans should have universal health care, he said, and fair trade standards should be pursued to help stop the outsourcing of jobs and the exploitation of the global environment. Ledue also said some problems could be addressed with the help of a program in which students could earn two years of in-state, postsecondary education with one year of national service. “My candidacy is about reaching beyond politics as usual, to bridge the gap between our people and their government so that both may partner to reclaim the promise of America,” he said. “Modest changes made possible by collective will, innovation and bold leadership will change our future.” “ |
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