Letters: Sep. 11, 2000

A LEAP OF FAITH

"Could it be that Al Gore has found the most honorable, honest politician? Isn't that more important than Joe Lieberman's religion?" A. JAY BLOCK Gainesville, Fla.

You are right! Al Gore's pick of Senator Joe Lieberman as his running mate is historic [CAMPAIGN 2000, Aug. 21]. This election will validate the maxim "regardless of race, color or creed." Never before have voters been given such power; the Gore-Lieberman ticket paves the way to electing, yes, an African American and, yes, a Hispanic to the highest political office. To minorities, I say, "Wake up. Your future is on...

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