Dems New Slogan Has a Losing History

The Dems "new" slogan for the '06 midterms, a "New Direction for America" (or the more crude variant) has a history. It's not exactly new:

The "New Direction for America" slogan comes after Democrats quit using "America Can Do Better," which was used extensively by Sen. John Kerry during his 2004 presidential campaign and during the past two years. Even many Democrats didn't like that phrase because it sounded like the party was preaching to voters that they were somehow doing something wrong.

Republicans were quick to point out that the "new" slogan isn't entirely new and dug up no fewer than nine instances when Mr. Kerry called for "a new direction for America" during his failed campaign.

During yesterday's press conference, Senate Minority Whip Richard J. Durbin of Illinois used another mantra that Mr. Kerry employed during his campaign.
"Our message to [families] today: Help is on the way!" he said
Mr. Cornyn was not impressed.

"While Democrats continue their search for a slogan and an agenda, Republicans are united behind the effort to lead America, strengthen the economy and enhance our security," he said.

Gee, it worked so well for Kerry I don't see how it can miss.