the new york times endorses kerry
the new york times has endorsed john kerry in the democratic presidential primary, saying the massachusetts senator "exudes maturity and depth."the newspaper said kerry does not easily fit the mold of a "typical massachusetts liberal" and that his positions "come from mainstream american thought, centrism of the old school."
the newspaper also cited kerry's strong record on the environment and concerns about budget deficits, as well as his campaign's comeback after an early fall.
regarding observations that kerry might be charm-impaired the times noted that kerry has "warmed up a good deal since the campaign began." "in the television era, likablility is extremely important," the paper said. "but this is a serious business, and mr kerry, the more experienced and knowledgable candidate, gets our endorsement."
democrats in ten states, including new york, vote in the 02 March Super Tuesday primary.
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