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'''Howard Dean''' (born November 17, 1948) is a controversial member of the [[Democratic]] party and the current chairman of the Democratic National Committee. Dean received a medical degree from the [[Albert Einstein College of Medicine]] in 1978. He was elected [[lieutenant governor]]of [[Vermont]] in 1986 and became [[governor]] in 1991 upon the death of Richard A. Snelling. During his governorship he balanced the [[budget]], cut [[tax]]es twice and fought to keep [[socialized health care]]. In 2004 he ran for [[President of the United States]] on a very [[liberal]] platform. While he was the front runner for a period of time, he lost to [[Massachusetts]] Senator [[John Kerry]]. After his third place finish in the [[Iowa]] caucus, Dean quickly gained notoriety as an internet fad of sorts, due to his "unconventional" concession speech. Especially notable was the "Dean Scream" which has parodied countless times on the internet. Many say this scream lead to his drop as national frontrunner. On February 12, 2005, Dean was elected chairman of the [[Democratic National Committee]] (DNC), despite opposition by prominent Democrats such as [[House Minority Leader]] [[Nancy Pelosi]] and [[Senate Minority Leader]] [[Harry Reid]].

'''Howard Dean''' (born November 17, 1948) is a controversial member of the [[Democratic]] party and the current chairman of the Democratic National Committee. Dean received a medical degree from the [[Albert Einstein College of Medicine]] in 1978. He was elected [[lieutenant governor]] of [[Vermont]] in 1986 and became [[governor]] in 1991 upon the death of Richard A. Snelling. During his governorship he balanced the [[budget]], cut [[tax]]es twice and fought to keep [[socialized health care]]. In 2004 he ran for [[President of the United States]] on a very [[liberal]] platform. While he was the front runner for a period of time, he lost to [[Massachusetts]] Senator [[John Kerry]]. After his third place finish in the [[Iowa]] caucus, Dean quickly gained notoriety as an internet fad of sorts, due to his "unconventional" concession speech. Especially notable was the "Dean Scream" which has parodied countless times on the internet. Many say this scream lead to his drop as national front-runner. On February 12, 2005, Dean was elected chairman of the [[Democratic National Committee]] (DNC), despite opposition by prominent Democrats such as [[House Minority Leader]] [[Nancy Pelosi]] and [[Senate Minority Leader]] [[Harry Reid]].

==Quotes==

==Quotes==

==2004 Presidential Elections==

==2004 Presidential Elections==

 

Dean, who during his presidential campaign once declared, "If Bill Clinton can be the first 'black president,' I can be our first '[[gay]] president.'<ref>[http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A17718-2005Feb11.html ,Howard Dean Meets Democratic Caucuses February 12, 2008]</ref>

 

Dean, who during his presidential campaign once declared, "If Bill Clinton can be the first 'black president,' I can be our first '[[gay]] president.'<ref>[http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A17718-2005Feb11.html] ,Howard Dean Meets Democratic Caucuses February 12, 2008</ref>

==DNC Caucus Meetings==

==DNC Caucus Meetings==

 

February 11, 2005 a series of special interest group meetings took place at the Hilton Washington. Seven separate groups, seven meetings the same day; had their agenda made known to the Democratic party and specifically DNC chairman Howard Dean.  He did not disappoint and was greeted with standing ovations.

February 11, 2005 a series of special interest group meetings took place at the Hilton Washington. Seven seperate groups, seven meetings the same day; had their agenda made known to the Democratic party and specifically DNC chairman Howard Dean.  He did not disappoint and was greeted with standing ovations.

* Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Caucus, "You are among the most persecuted people in the history of mankind," says Dean

* Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Caucus, "You are among the most persecuted people in the history of mankind," says Dean

* National Seniors Coordinating Council, "Democrats have a lot of work to do among seniors," says Dean

* National Seniors Coordinating Council, "Democrats have a lot of work to do among seniors," says Dean

* Native Americans, some who are angry speak out for the community  "I'm sick of the DNC treating Indians like an ATM machine that has to be courted every couple of years," Kaylin Free of Oklahoma. Dean says "Yes, this has to stop." <ref>[http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A17718-2005Feb11.html] ,The Special-Interest Group Hug, February 12, 2008]</ref>

 

* Native Americans, some who are angry speak out for the community  "I'm sick of the DNC treating Indians like an ATM machine that has to be courted every couple of years," Kaylin Free of Oklahoma. Dean says "Yes, this has to stop." <ref>[http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A17718-2005Feb11.html The Special-Interest Group Hug, February 12, 2008]</ref>

* African American caucus, Dean addresses 150 members, "We're gonna need lots of help from y'all", "We Democrats don't pay enough attention to our core groups ", Dean quips. "You think the RNC could get this many people of color into a single room?", "Maybe if they got the hotel staff in there."  

* African American caucus, Dean addresses 150 members, "We're gonna need lots of help from y'all", "We Democrats don't pay enough attention to our core groups ", Dean quips. "You think the RNC could get this many people of color into a single room?", "Maybe if they got the hotel staff in there."  

* The Asian Pacific Islander American Caucus, a subdued gathering of 15 members disputing quarter vote representation instead of full votes. Dean said he'll look into it without any promises.  

* The Asian Pacific Islander American Caucus, a subdued gathering of 15 members disputing quarter vote representation instead of full votes. Dean said he'll look into it without any promises.  

* Hispanic Caucus, Dean laments the a loss of support from Hispanic voters. He takes a question from the audience. Before Dean can finish, a rare insight to the man emerges. Vice chair of the Transgender Caucus, Gloria Nieto, a teary-eyed actor explains to the Hispanic Caucus about her female partner that she wed in Massachusetts last year. Gloria says "she hopes that her community will always be respected within the Democratic Party." He walks from the podium to embrace the women in an affectionate hug. Dean is crying. <ref>[http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A17718-2005Feb11.html] ,The Special-Interest Group Hug, February 12, 2008]</ref> {{QuoteBox|"That's why I'm a Democrat,"}}

* Hispanic Caucus, Dean laments the a loss of support from Hispanic voters. He takes a question from the audience. Before Dean can finish, a rare insight to the man emerges. Vice chair of the Transgender Caucus, Gloria Nieto, a teary-eyed actor explains to the Hispanic Caucus about her female partner that she wed in Massachusetts last year. Gloria says "she hopes that her community will always be respected within the Democratic Party." He walks from the podium to embrace the women in an affectionate hug. Dean is crying. <ref>[http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A17718-2005Feb11.html] ,The Special-Interest Group Hug, February 12, 2008]</ref> {{quotebox|"That's why I'm a Democrat,"}}

==Medical Doctor==

==Medical Doctor==

 

Howard Dean, in addition to being a governor, started his career in medicine.  He fails to uphold the modern version of the Hippocratic Oath by supporting [[abortion]]. The Hippocratic Oath says "Above all, I must not play at God" Also, "with special obligations to all my fellow human beings"<ref>[http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=20909 Definition of Hippocratic Oath]</ref>

Howard Dean, in addition to being a governor, started his career in medicine.  He fails to uphold the modern version of the Hippocratic Oath by supporting [[abortion]]. The Hippocratic Oath says "Above all, I must not play at God" Also, "with special obligations to all my fellow human beings"<ref>[http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=20909],Definition of Hippocratic Oath</ref>

==Gays==

==Gays==

 

On April 25, 2000, Governor Howard Dean signed the law HB 847. In title, no mention of the term marriage. However, the law does offer a non-exclusive list of twenty-four legal benefits, protections and responsibilities for spouses of civil unions.<ref>[http://www.vermontcivilunion.com/union/faq.html Vermot Civil Union Facts]</ref>

On April 25, 2000, Governor Howard Dean signed the law HB 847. In title, no mention of the term marriage. However, the law does offer a non-exclusive list of twenty-four legal benefits, protections and responsibilities for spouses of civil unions.<ref>[http://www.vermontcivilunion.com/union/faq.html], http://www.vermontcivilunion.com/union/faq.html, Vermot Civil Union Facts</ref>

==References==

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