Well, they lied but were caught in it
From the link Larry provided;
Kerry advisers defend the sudden deep tan transition, noting how it simply was from a game of flag football last Friday in Bedford, Mass.
But the College Democrats who met Kerry were surprised by his rich tan glow -- before the game even began, the HARVARD CRIMSON reports.
I guess they are not giving up the real reason. Might not look good with the down home folk.
In Florida all you have to do is think sun and you get a tan ;-)
Hope evrything is well with your household and family.