After the defeat in the House, federation spokespersons tried to spin the story that Gore shouldn t be held responsible, that he was only being loyal to Clinton. But we know, Brother Sweeney, that whatever beliefs and feelings Al Gore may harbor deep down inside, he energetically hustled support for the China bill. The fact of the matter is that Gore, like Clinton, supports the globalization process that has brought unprecedented prosperity for the rich and increasing problems for working people everywhere. President Gore would be no different in this respect than Vice-President Gore. Of course globalization is not the only important issue.
Most people say health care is their single biggest concern.
As you know, nearly all other industrialized countries guarantee quality health care to all of their residents. It s considered a vital public service, financed through taxes. But the most that Gore, and others we have supported, are willing to discuss are some inconsequential reforms of HMOs. Most of our friends in office are committed to allowing the insurance companies to continue to hold our health care hostage. We have also been put in a no-win situation in regard to Social Security.