Now you know it's bad when Karl Rove says tone down the negative name calling.
I think there are two statements we can make about this election season so far..1. People want change 2. People are tired of the negativity
The ad hominem attacks are getting really old, the emphasis on strange names and funny looking pictures makes us groan and the mockery of others-is just shameful. We are tired of this negativity and all the distractions that come with it. I have no problem with pointing out differences, preferences and good old fashioned point counter point discussions. This is a highly charged contest with emotions running high in all camps and on all sides. People are energized and motivated-moved to levels I have never seen before. The candidates themselves, are working in over-drive mode to prove to us their mettle and their merits. I applaud this outpouring of energy and rejuvenation of interest in the democratic process. I just have one plea-keep it above board. The whole world is watching along with us, to see who we will pick. The candidates and the supporters need to be respectful of each other and not let themselves get mired into a cesspool of mud-slinging. It's degrading behavior and it's embarrassing to watch.
Like I said, when the modern Machiavelli of political subterfuge himself cries foul, it's not a good sign.
So let's keep it together and show some class- and keep the theatrics for home movies, reality TV shows and soap operas.
Friday, February 29, 2008
Friday, February 22, 2008
Bushopoly anyone?
I recently witnessed an interview clip of President George Bush (junior) giving the most unbelievable answer as to why the economy has gone downhill. First after throwing a (well so what) face he goes on to say..well I think there are too many houses. What? Too many houses? Now how does that make sense? I know he really is at a total disconnect when it comes to us-but too many houses? Really? I sat there and thought how could anyone be so..oh wait a minute...I get it...
The President thinks we are playing monopoly! I know that game .....you know the one where you have the fake colored money and cool but weird little silver player markers. So I see, he thinks we are running around the board play acting with little green houses and property cards! In that case that makes perfect sense because you have a good chance of probably winding up in jail, due to the fact you can't pay high rents, due to a player having built TOO MANY HOUSES! I get it now..and I bet Mr. (I put the vice in vice-President) Cheney has all the Get Out of Jail Cards Free and both utilities. It also makes perfect sense now (since we are playing this game) that we have fake money...so fake that we do not have any unless you call that tray full of IOUs a bank....speaking of that who is minding the so-called bank? Just how many players are considered good enough to be even considered players on this board game? What silver marker is he? More importantly how many more plays is he going to get in before the game ends?
The President thinks we are playing monopoly! I know that game .....you know the one where you have the fake colored money and cool but weird little silver player markers. So I see, he thinks we are running around the board play acting with little green houses and property cards! In that case that makes perfect sense because you have a good chance of probably winding up in jail, due to the fact you can't pay high rents, due to a player having built TOO MANY HOUSES! I get it now..and I bet Mr. (I put the vice in vice-President) Cheney has all the Get Out of Jail Cards Free and both utilities. It also makes perfect sense now (since we are playing this game) that we have fake money...so fake that we do not have any unless you call that tray full of IOUs a bank....speaking of that who is minding the so-called bank? Just how many players are considered good enough to be even considered players on this board game? What silver marker is he? More importantly how many more plays is he going to get in before the game ends?
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Calling San Francisco...
The FISA Bill was a complete joke. It was outrageous, in fact the only thing more outrageous was that not many knew about it. Most people I asked about it had heard the word FISA but did not know what it meant. This really concerns me. When a bill is put forward to insure the safety of phone companies who listen in on us for the government..and no one really discusses it, oh and by the way there were no court orders to do this? This really really concerns me. This goes beyond the idea of a slippery slope towards losing privacy. The slope was thrown out and we are already in the midst of a dangerous heap at the bottom of that said slope. The fact that the current administration is trying to push the idea that this bill would protect the everyday citizen from terrorism-is insulting and just plain wrong. The other part of this that really bothers me-is that the dirty deed was carried out in a secret room in my beloved city. SF say it isn't so.
Lastly, I ask you to look up who voted for and against this phony anti-terrorism bill. In particular-any certain presidential candidates? Please, please keep at least a little informed about these issues-it affects you all.
Lastly, I ask you to look up who voted for and against this phony anti-terrorism bill. In particular-any certain presidential candidates? Please, please keep at least a little informed about these issues-it affects you all.
Friday, February 8, 2008
Choose Wisely
Alright I will admit it. I'm an unabashed Obama supporter-a hope monger, Obamerican, on the O-train, fired up and ready to go. I voted for him already here in California, have talked to many people about him, volunteered at events, attended house parties and joined in on the blogs. I have a number of reasons as to why I support him-feel free to use these as well if you are a fellow supporter. If you are not a supporter or are undecided -please consider my reasons.
1. He was against the Iraq war from the start-He really was against the War even when he was not in a position to vote yeah or ne. How many people do you know that would stand up for an unpopular but moral and valid decision? He made the right call and at a time when he could have done in his political career even before it started.
2. He brings people together from all sides. He is the true "uniter." Obama has shown over and over his broad appeal among people of all political backgrounds. Isn't it time to bring people together and actually get something constructive done in government?
3. He makes sense and he gets it. He knows what the average person has been through and what they have been up against. When you look at where he stands on issues and how he wants to go about change-it makes sense. Gee..real life solutions and ideas to solve real life problems-how novel.
4. He inspires us. Yeah he is inspiring, and what is wrong with that? People make comments from time to time about hope-but you need to realize something. Hope is the first step in getting anything done-you need HOPE coupled with BELIEF to give you the MOTIVATION and DRIVE to get things DONE.
5. He asks us to do this together. So not only do we feel good but we now want to be involved in the political process. I said myself that this was my first campaign to be involved with-and Im not the only one. This campaign is OUR campaign-and let me tell you it is very empowering to be a part of. We know it will be hard and a lot of work-but growth and change always are.
6. He respects us and values us. Listen to his speeches and how he communicates with the crowds. He never talks down to anyone. He never lectures to you but instead takes a real and genuine approach to the people he talks to.
7. He is trustworthy and genuine. These are two characteristics that we need in our next President. I trust him and all his grassroot work. I trust his judgement and ability to make a clear choice and not pander. I trust him to keep us involved in this process. I trust him to move us and this country forward.
8. His experience...experience?! Yep, but it's the right kind of experience. He knows the political games and he can recognize them for what they are. He knows there is a better way to bring people to a table and have a real honest discussion on how to bring about health care for everyone. He knows you have to talk to everyone-even your so-called enemies. He knows you have to work together beyond labels and titles. ...and he is not afraid to do this.
9. He can win. Ok my last point..and an apology to any Republicans reading this. But it is true..Obama can beat the Republican candidate (either of them). Due to a lot of the reasons I just mentioned and a whole lot more...
So my fellow Dems what are you waiting for? For all those who have yet to vote or caucus, I ask you to choose wisely. For Independents I ask that you keep that open mind and look at Obama-he is the most unique choice..and for the Republicans..come on over-if only just this once. You have to admit he makes sense and ask yourself when was the last time you felt this good to vote or caucus?
Obama is the right choice from both a thought-based and informed gut perspective.
1. He was against the Iraq war from the start-He really was against the War even when he was not in a position to vote yeah or ne. How many people do you know that would stand up for an unpopular but moral and valid decision? He made the right call and at a time when he could have done in his political career even before it started.
2. He brings people together from all sides. He is the true "uniter." Obama has shown over and over his broad appeal among people of all political backgrounds. Isn't it time to bring people together and actually get something constructive done in government?
3. He makes sense and he gets it. He knows what the average person has been through and what they have been up against. When you look at where he stands on issues and how he wants to go about change-it makes sense. Gee..real life solutions and ideas to solve real life problems-how novel.
4. He inspires us. Yeah he is inspiring, and what is wrong with that? People make comments from time to time about hope-but you need to realize something. Hope is the first step in getting anything done-you need HOPE coupled with BELIEF to give you the MOTIVATION and DRIVE to get things DONE.
5. He asks us to do this together. So not only do we feel good but we now want to be involved in the political process. I said myself that this was my first campaign to be involved with-and Im not the only one. This campaign is OUR campaign-and let me tell you it is very empowering to be a part of. We know it will be hard and a lot of work-but growth and change always are.
6. He respects us and values us. Listen to his speeches and how he communicates with the crowds. He never talks down to anyone. He never lectures to you but instead takes a real and genuine approach to the people he talks to.
7. He is trustworthy and genuine. These are two characteristics that we need in our next President. I trust him and all his grassroot work. I trust his judgement and ability to make a clear choice and not pander. I trust him to keep us involved in this process. I trust him to move us and this country forward.
8. His experience...experience?! Yep, but it's the right kind of experience. He knows the political games and he can recognize them for what they are. He knows there is a better way to bring people to a table and have a real honest discussion on how to bring about health care for everyone. He knows you have to talk to everyone-even your so-called enemies. He knows you have to work together beyond labels and titles. ...and he is not afraid to do this.
9. He can win. Ok my last point..and an apology to any Republicans reading this. But it is true..Obama can beat the Republican candidate (either of them). Due to a lot of the reasons I just mentioned and a whole lot more...
So my fellow Dems what are you waiting for? For all those who have yet to vote or caucus, I ask you to choose wisely. For Independents I ask that you keep that open mind and look at Obama-he is the most unique choice..and for the Republicans..come on over-if only just this once. You have to admit he makes sense and ask yourself when was the last time you felt this good to vote or caucus?
Obama is the right choice from both a thought-based and informed gut perspective.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Oh What a Night!
Well, well what a night! No matter who you are pulling for, on either side..this has been one heck of a study in our Democratic process. When 10 year-olds are walking around and able to carry a conversation with senior citizens about a candidate; there is something special happening. New life has been pumped into the American political process. Tonight was just the beginning, especially here in California, and we have experienced it all...wrong ballots for voting, not enough ballots, voting locations closed-then re-opened (even while the state was already called for a candidate). In the Bay area alone, it was reported that SF had the highest turn out in 30 years! All around the country people sitting on the edge of their seats, watching every percentage point, guessing every delegate count-and still questions remain on both the GOP and Democrat sides. How will CA split for the Dems? Will Romney stay in the race? Who will get the next big endorsement? Who can translate the Democrats delegate count?
I hope the excitement that has followed this whole election process has shown at least one thing..and that is to vote. This is our right and when we exercise it you see what can happen. I hope the momentum of involvement continues for eons to come. I think it is very important for people to discuss and closely look at the candidates and issues-not just focus on sound bites or talking heads.
I hope the excitement that has followed this whole election process has shown at least one thing..and that is to vote. This is our right and when we exercise it you see what can happen. I hope the momentum of involvement continues for eons to come. I think it is very important for people to discuss and closely look at the candidates and issues-not just focus on sound bites or talking heads.
Sunday, February 3, 2008
A Time for Reason
Reason? Yes..reason. Good old fashioned reasoning and dare I even say some employment of logic. Now before you go running away fearful that this is going to be some dry and academic-ridden drivel...please be assured this will not be. I'm all for humor and wit when discussing and theorizing current events; I just want to see more thought process involved. I love to see the discussion process and hope to help create a dialog here. I always welcome opinions and will consider this like a forum for ideas, points and respectful counterpoints. I look to what is going on in current events for fodder and put forth my own reasons on them. I hope to give a different or unique view and at the very least bring attention to adding reason and logic back into the equation. Feel free to join me in my pursuit..
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