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Kerry's flexibility is an asset

USING JOHN Kerry's windsurfing as an indication of his waffling and changing with the wind is proof that Bush and his campaign lack an understanding of not just the sport of windsurfing but of the real world.

In windsurfing it is important to keep a keen eye on the water to detect wind shifts and changes in conditions. Is it not equally important in the global arena to do the same and make deliberate adjustments in response to changes? Kerry stayed on his board despite gusty conditions because he detected changes and was prepared to respond to them.

I consider his ability to make adjustments an asset for any leader.

SALLY AUSTIN-RUNCI
Duxbury
 

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