Kristof to Democrats "Mistake"

Nicholas D. Kristof -- Liberals are making a historic mistake by lining up so adamantly against Social Security reform.

It's impolite to say so in a blue state, but President Bush has a point: there is a genuine problem with paying for Social Security, even if it isn't as dire as Mr. Bush suggests.

As Bill Clinton declared in 1998 about Social Security reform: "We all know a demographic crisis is looming. ... If we act now it will be easier and less painful than if we wait until later." Mr. Clinton then made Social Security reform a central theme of his 1999 State of the Union address, saying, "Above all, we must save Social Security for the 21st century."

Not that I agree totally with Mr. Kristof but he makes a valid point, Democrats should listen and offer alternatives if need be -- instead of out right denying the problem and simply being obstructionist... But, why change now -- unless, maybe wanting a chance in 2006.