Kerry displays credentials

Two unusual factors in this election have surfaced. One is the almost universal support for Kerry that has come from foreign leaders. Robert Lane Greene points out in this week's New Republic tnr.com=greene080404 that it is most unusual for these leaders to take such a position. FT.com / World / US - Kerry displays business credentials in swipe at Bush The other factor is the unusually high number of business leaders who have taken early public positions for Kerry as noted in today's Financial Times. In both instances the risks would seem high since both groups and especially those most vocal will have to work with the President whether he be Bush or Kerry.