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To those who doubt that Al Gore will keep his promises: I feel otherwise! He really stepped on some toes in that speech, and that is not the sign of someone making idle promises! He is not afraid to take on the oil, cigarette and insurance companies, and HMOs, for example. He is a government lawyer at heart, even if you don't like lawyers in general, the ones who work to protect the public, are a whole different breed than private practice lawyers! At this point I have never heard anything bad about Al Gore's character, so he should not be compared to Bill Clinton morally, and after the election, should he win, Bill clinton will NOT be hanging around the White House on a regular basis. the main criticism Al Gore has gotten involve him being too serious about his work and not having an outgoing personality, do we want a leader who is NOT serious about the job of leading the country??? Would we be better off with a president with a great personality, who is not quite as knowledgeable? Has Bush promised anything that will help PWP's? ( I don't know, I am just asking on this question.) Democrats are known for creating and funding public projects, Republicans would rather have the government out of the "generosity" business, and want people to help themselves. This would be wonderful, except many people are unable to help themselves. If you are in the workforce, as I am, when is the last time you saw a large outpouring of help from am employer? My health insurance keeps getting more expensive for LESS coverage, my company perks are dwindling and my paycheck is not growing. If the Government does not do things to help us, no one will! If you already have more money than you will ever need, you will not care, but that applies to a very small percentage of the people. Politics is NOT a religion, I can be a Democrat, or a Republican and either way, about half the folks in this country will be on my side. This is why I will vote for Al Gore and expect him to keep his promises. Bush has always had so much money, I don't think he can imagine what life is like to people who can't afford food, medicine, or either. Can anyone imagine having Parkinsons without the meds, doctors, or having proper nutrition? I am not a PWP, but I could be someday, so I must vote with that in mind. If anyone can show me evidence that I am wrong, I will pay attention! Ken B