Framing the debate, part 1

from The Christian Science Monitor:

In the run-up to President Bush's State of the Union address next week, Democrats are laying the groundwork for their response in terms of values. The "ownership society" of the Republicans boils down to the notion that "we're all in this alone," (Sen. Richard) Durbin said on Monday - referring in part to proposals for private accounts in Social Security. "That's wrong. There are many problems facing America which we need to face together, and not alone."

This is exactly the right approach. As much as they insult our intelligence, catch phrases do work. Hopefully, this is the first salvo in the coming conflict of "values."

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