Contrasting Statements on Fire: Clinton and Dodd

Here is Clinton’s courtesy of CMR:

“I have been following the news about the wildfires that are affecting seven counties in Southern California. My heart and prayers go out to the families who have been displaced, have lost their homes, businesses or worse — have lost a loved one to these ravaging wildfires,” Senator Hillary Clinton said. “My thoughts are also with the thousands of brave firefighters and first responders who are risking their lives in battling the flames and helping the victims. We are praying for your safety.”

Contrast that to Dodd’s:

“As you know, Governor Schwarzenegger has had to ask other states for help because so many of California’s National Guard, who provide critical support to the citizens while you are fighting the fires, were deployed to Iraq. In a Dodd Administration, never again will our houses be on fire because our troops are taking fire in Iraq. Never again will our first responders be left without the support they need because our President failed to do what it took to keep our communities safe. That is why in 2008, nothing will be more important than leadership that can get results that make us stronger and more secure. That’s the first responsibility of an American President.”

Now who do you think I am more likely to vote for?

Dodd really gets it on the issues front. Now if only he was a good orator and viable. I like the guy, but a Presidential candidate needs to have the whole package. Nobody does for me right now.