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Dates: during 2000-2009
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...took his fighter image too far. Concerned that his stiff reputation and banal image would destroy his chances against the friendly frat-boy motif that George had going for him, Al decided to be the "fighter." Al was not satisfied with being the choice with more substance. Instead of calmly explaining policy initiatives, Al wanted to work up a sweat while explaining his plan to provide universal health care for every child. Al, the fighter, wanted to show that he was comfortable with a ruffled shirt and loosened tie. Yet, he became condescending in the ring. During the debates...

Author: By Robert J. Saranchak, | Title: Gore's Election to Lose | 12/15/2000 | See Source »

...Republican gathering, while slightly smaller than the Democrats', proved a little more festive than the Democrats' party. Perhaps it was the crystal clear satellite TV reception or the dessert tray. Or perhaps it was the frat-house atmosphere and availability of alcohol...

Author: By Joseph P. Flood, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: GOP and Dem Parties Turn Into Tense Affairs | 11/8/2000 | See Source »

...will be called arrogant tomorrow. The afternoon jogs. The naps. The relatively early finish to the campaign, compared with Gore's marathon. And above all, that party: As I write, you can bet a dozen political scribes are trying to find new ways to describe it as the Frat Party That...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Real Media Bias: Let Judge Mills Lane Decide! | 11/7/2000 | See Source »

Unlike my opponent, I do not engage in negative campaigning. Although I have a fuzzy, loving heart, I do not use fuzzy Washington math. But I think the real difference is that in college, I was an awesome, popular frat president, and my opponent was a dweeb...

Author: By Ben M. Wikler, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: The Final Campaign Ads | 11/6/2000 | See Source »

...kiss like the one that Al Gore planted on Tipper in Los Angeles, the screams of "yuckkkkk!" in the media would have been loud and prolonged. The Kiss (allegedly so endearing when performed by the Gores) would have been deemed weird and gross - a flashback to the incorrigible frat boy slob...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: George W.'s Ordeal by Oprah | 9/20/2000 | See Source »

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