James Wolcott: Captain Queeg Plays with His Marbles Mr. Wolcott beat me to the draw somewhat in identifying a mood or trend in the writings of some. I alluded to this in an earlier post when I said I found it ominous. His post refers specifically to Roger Simon but I think it has been echoed in the writings of the Instatoadies this past week and others. The term "civil war" is being thrown around and in the most sedate example it is being said that it will be fought by lawyers.

This same apocalyptic mood is somewhat apparent in the writings from those on the left. I understand their apprehensions. I believe that if Shrub is reelected he will embark on a course of actions that will make the last few years seem mild.

I think it would be wise for progressive elements in this country to assume a war-like footing regardless of the outcome of the election. If Shrub is reelected, they need to be prepared to fight an onslaught determined to turn back every bit of political progress we have made in the last 75 years. If Kerry is elected, they will face a rightwing mobilized to an extent that will make what was used on Clinton seem like child's play.
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