Not Your Sweetie

A Message from Wes Clark
February 18, 2004





Dear Leah,

I can't thank you enough for all the support you've shown my family
and me over the past 5 months, and especially in the last week since
my decision to leave the presidential race. Your emails, letters,
and phone calls have meant a lot to Gert and me.

Right now, we're looking forward to a little time off. Today, Gert
and I are flying to Los Angeles to spend the next week with Wes,
Astrid, and my new grandson. During the next few weeks, I'll be
reflecting a lot on all that we've done together and putting together
some ideas about where we will go from here.

For many of us, this was our first time to really get involved in
politics. I think we all learned a lot, and I hope you feel as I do:
even more inspired to do whatever it takes to build a better America.

My pledge to you is to remain involved in the political process. And
I ask you to do the same, because there is just too much at stake
this election.

We cannot allow George W. Bush and the Republicans to play politics
with national security.

We must reclaim the values of faith, family, patriotism, and
inclusive leadership for America.

We must do everything in our power to send George W. Bush back to
Texas and return the White House to its rightful owner -- the
American people.

In short, I ask you to stick with me and support the Democratic
nominee. There is a long road ahead and a lot of work to do. I'll be
back in touch soon with ideas about how we can continue to work
together and spread our message across America. If you have any
thoughts you'd like to share, please email me at wesclark@clark04.com.

I look forward to continuing to work with you to build a better
America.

Best regards,



Wes Clark



P.S. To minimize any confusion during this transition period, all
communications about my future plans, fundraising, and any other
official information will come directly from me. As always, you also
will be able to find this information on our official website,
www.clark04.com.