My main concern for a Kerry victory was the mess he would be blamed for by the Republicans in 4 years, which would likely put us right back where we are now.
Many conservatives fear that 4 more years of Bush will tarnish the Republican party to such an extent it will lose power. Of course, by then the Democratic party would have to find viable candidates and a coherent message or Republicans will win anyway.
Meanwhile, we still have our favorite whipping boy to rail on about.