Dear George,

My choice, probably would be to vote for Dean, on grounds he is most electable and shows considerable originality in organizing a campaign and a talent for stirring the liberal wing of the party to his colors. What I am enjoying most is watching the Democratic candidates debate.

Week after week, these debates, which have a large national following, sees the candidates giving their reasons for the ouster of George Bush. The Republicans have nothing to match the content of this media road show. Bush, speaking from the White House lawn, doesn't begin to be as interesting and his sound-bites generate little enthusiasm. Look for a BIG Democratic victory next year.

After all, we won the last time when we were only routinely motivated. Just imagine what a passionate electorate can do.

Sherwood Ross (electronic mail, October 8, 2003)