Powell vs. Clinton: The Ultimate Senate Showdown?

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The discussion revolves around a hypothetical matchup between Colin Powell and Hillary Clinton, primarily focusing on the context of a Senate race in New York in 2006. Participants explore various aspects of their potential candidacies, public perceptions, and the implications of such a race.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants interpret the question as a boxing match, suggesting Powell would have an advantage.
  • Others clarify the context, questioning whether the discussion pertains to a Senate race or a presidential run.
  • Some express confidence in Powell's integrity and suggest he would likely not run for president, while still favoring him in a Senate race.
  • There are mixed feelings about Hillary Clinton's political career, with some participants criticizing her and others expressing support.
  • One participant argues that Powell, having grown up in NYC, would be a more legitimate candidate than Clinton, who is labeled a "carpet-bagger."
  • Concerns are raised about racial issues affecting Powell's decision to run, with some suggesting he would face less scrutiny in a Senate election compared to a presidential campaign.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of opinions regarding the potential candidacies of Powell and Clinton, with no clear consensus on the outcome of a hypothetical race or the implications of their political backgrounds.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference various assumptions about the political landscape, the integrity of candidates, and the nature of electoral challenges, but these assumptions remain unresolved and are not universally accepted.

GENIERE
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I can only assume you mean a boxing match.

I think powell would clearly begin with some good hits. Half way through the first round hilary would be disqualified for biting.
 
For the NY senatorial seat? Or did you mean '08?

If you mean for president, I think Powell, but he's said many times he won't run.
 
Power has more integrity than most government officials I've seen. If he said he won't run it's highly likely he won't. I would say Powell would win though.
 
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What race? NY senate?

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yep


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If Powell runs for Senate in '06, I will have the pleasure of voting for one of the greatest men in our nations history. And hell, if Hillary Clinton could come and be a successful carpet-bagger, why not Colin Powell, who actually grew up in NYC? If there's any actual reason to consider Powell a senatorial candidate, it would have been better if he'd retired a bit early and ousted Chuck Schumer this year instead. I actually like Hillary, but Chuck Schumer's just an average self-interested political whore.
 
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wasteofo2 said:
If Powell runs for Senate in '06, I will have the pleasure of voting for one of the greatest men in our nations history. And hell, if Hillary Clinton could come and be a successful carpet-bagger, why not Colin Powell, who actually grew up in NYC? If there's any actual reason to consider Powell a senatorial candidate, it would have been better if he'd retired a bit early and ousted Chuck Schumer this year instead. I actually like Hillary, but Chuck Schumer's just an average self-interested political whore.


Sans “like Hillary” I can’t disagree with that.

Powell will be begged to run for the Senate. Powell’s wife was concerned about racial slurs when she asked him not to run for president. He won’t get as much of that in a NY State election. The pubs will supply enough cash to buy the state should he choose to run. A dream match up for the media.
 

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