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Sen. Kerry's remarks spark instant reaction

ALLENDALE, Mich. -- Political experts at Grand Valley State University are available to comment on the recent remarks made by Sen. John Kerry. Kerry canceled plans to campaign for Democrats after his comments to college students about getting "stuck in Iraq."
  • Fred Antczak, (616) 331-2495, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
    Antczak is an expert in political rhetoric and has been a regular consultant for Reuters, Washington Post, Boston Herald, Hartford Courtant, Atlanta Constitution and Cox Newspapers. He has also appeared on CNN, FOX and NPR's "All Things Considered."
    NOTE: Antczak is available today, Nov. 1, from 2:15-3 p.m. EST and again tomorrow.

  • Gleaves Whitney, (616) 331-2770, director of the Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies
    Whitney is a presidential historian and author who served under former Gov. John Engler for 11 years as chief historian and speech writer. His son served in the Iraq War in the winter and spring of 2003. Whitney served as a commentator for major television networks when his son served in Iraq and during Ronald Reagan's death and funeral.

    "It is unfortunate that Sen. Kerry botched his joke," said Whitney, "but it is especially unfortunate that he won't apologize to the brave men and women who have served in uniform and to their families who have sacrificed so much."

  • Erika King, (616) 331-2320 or (H): (616) 245-1470, professor of political science
    King has been interviewed by television and major newspapers across the state and country including The New York Times. She is an expert on campaigns and elections, public opinion, American politics and media and politics.

    For more information, contact Grand Valley News and Information Services at (616) 331-2221.

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