Apr 03
adminpolitics 2012, 3rd party, gingrich, newt, republican
Politico has just released an article based on an interview with Newt Gengrich. This is an interesting change of stance from one of the most loyal and vocal of the GOP. It is no secret that the republican party is in disarray. The Reagan era of smaller government and less spending is over. It appears now that both parties are in favor of increased government programs, spending, and intervention. Gengrich quoted, “During the period I was speaker, the U.S. government – for four years – total growth was 2.9 percent a year. Under Bush, it was 6.1 percent. … This year, I think it will be 36 percent in one year.” This is astronomical. Even under the Bush administration growth is absurd, but 36% is unsustainable.
The republican part is in a very large predicament. As people become more and more moderate on social issues, fiscal policy becomes a key issue in retaining party loyalty. If the party of Lincoln and Reagon cannot reorganize itself and become the voice and body for fiscal and economic responsibility then it will surely die. Tempers have flared. There are many “movements” for change and if each of these movements could be organized into one voice, there may be a viable 3rd-party candidate on the ticket in 2012.
Nov 06
adminpolitics 2008, Barrack, elect, November 4th, obama, president
On November 4th, 2008 History was was made. I am a Rupublican who voted for the winner.
I have been lucky enough to have been able to vote in the last 3 elections. Growing up, I have always been a Republican, not because my parents were, but because my views coincided more closely with that of the Republican party. I also am typically pro-life and pro-defense. Anyway, I voted for George W. Bush in both previous elections. I proudly stood my my votes up until about 2 years ago. The mistakes this nation has made under this administration are not necessarily all W’s fault, but there were things he could have controlled that he didn’t. Going into this election, like most people I was ready for change. I thought that change would come from within the GOP. I always respected John McCain as a maverick and a leader. I voted for him in the primaries and thought he offered America it’s best chance for success in the next 4 years. Then something funny happened. McCain added Sarah Palin to the ticket as his Vice Presidential choice. Even after this I continued to support the Party thinking that maybe they actually knew what they were doing. As the election grew closer, it became apparent to me that the party I love so dearly has lost sight of the American people. The Grand Old Party was ending. Ultimately, my blind loyalty to my party started to fade… and on November 4th I voted for a democrat for the first time - President-elect Barrack Obama.
Hopefully he doesn’t screw this country up even more. I have some MAJOR issues with a lot of his policies including healthcare and certain aspects of abortion, but I hope that he doesn’t have a major opportunity to overhaul these points - it seems like no president ever does. ( I am all for healthcare reform - just against socialized healthcare.. it doesnt work. trust me I know.)
America needs inspiration, a leader who can put more than two sentences together without fumbling over his own words. I leader with passion and poise. Someone who can provide hope to the hopeless and bring America back into a respectful position in the world. Barrack Obama provides these abilities. He will help repair the damaged view the rest of the World has of America. The election of Barrack Obama has shown the Globe that we are just as tired of what has gone on as they are. No longer will America be isolated - and that is necessary for current and future American generations.
On a side note, I voted straight republican down the rest of the ballot. I still am very conservative.. but it really was time for change.
Oct 28
adminpolitics Bush, Democrats, mccain, obama, Republicans, War
This was a very interesting post from a colleague of mine from my fraternities egroup. Thought others would enjoy it.
OK so we have touched on many different things pertaining to Dems, Repubs, Obama, and McCain. By this time its very clear who is voting for who, although the only person who actually expressed a reason why their voting a certain way is Troy. Everybody else just says I hate Bush and war so I have to vote for Obama. Texas may play out to be a very important vote this time around, so think really hard about who your voting for.
This is whats bothering me, 2 things.
First- that stupid wassup video. Lets go through the dudes and their situations.
Losing my home dude: Why is he losing his home? Did a Republican sign him up for a home loan he knew he couldn’t afford, or did he not use his brain and took on to much debt. This entire situation has Dems and Repubs finger prints all over, but once again we can’t take responsibility for ones self off the table. How would Obama fix this–by voting for the same fucked up band-aid as McCain. Hows that working out?
No Insurance dude: Dude had enough insurance or medical care to get a cast and a neck brace, but not enough to get a $4 bottle of hydrocodone at walmart. Or did the Repub. push him down and hurt him, and that’s why he is in pain? How would Obama fix this– by raising our taxes and socializing the health care industry which has proven to give substandard care i.e. Medicaid, Medicare
Hurricane dude: This is my favorite, I didn’t know Republicans created hurricanes and Obama will stop them. Or is it the Repubs fault he lives in a hurricane zone, or the fact that Bush or McCain didn’t go pick him up and take him to safety. Once again self responsibility. How would Obama fix this– He will not allow Hurricanes and if one does occur he will drive down and pick each person up, or raise our taxes to rent cars for them.
Stock Market Dude: Refer to Losing home dude and bailing us out with our own tax dollars.
Army Dude: This might be the only good argument. should we have gone? doesn’t seem that way, can we leave? Not now, because we have proper fucked that place. The crap thing is, that guy in Iraq is going to get on a plane and go to another war with no end in sight.
This is my main issue though. MONEY. I like money, and I know each one of you also. We have a lot of people on this list who work hard and make a nice living doing what you do. So why would you vote for somebody who flat out has said I want to spread the wealth around?
For those who don’t know this is what that means. I’m lazy so I like to use valet when I go out, so lets say homeboy runs his ass off and brings my car back and as I’m waiting i see a homeless dude with a sign just sitting there. I pay homeboy the valet cost, but tell him I’m not going to tip you because I’m giving your tip to the homeless dude because he needs it more than you. I know he is just sitting there waiting for a handout and your working for your money, but it’s not fair for him to have less than you so i am going to spread the wealth around. That’s called socialism. That’s what the government is going to do to all of us, why would you vote for that. You don’t penalize people for doing well, please somebody help me understand how this works for you.
So then they go on to say, if you make less than 250K/yr your not going to be taxed. Do I make more than 250/yr now no, will I at some point in my life that’s the plan. But it won’t come through handouts, it will come through my hard work and sacrifice. Why should the government take my profit from working harder and pass it around to those who haven’t?
bigger scale: Some of you work for smaller companies, and those companies are already having trouble in this economy. What do you think a tax hike will do for those companies and your job security. If you work for that smaller company you could be casting a vote to get laid off. I know it sounds dramatic, but honestly if your company has just let people go in the past 6 months how is even less money going to stimulate anything.
Oct 22
adminpolitics Calvin, Calvin and hobbes, Hobbes, War
Here’s a funny little picture from the past. Calvin and Hobbes were a staple comic of my childhood. It is always great to look back at the comic I loved dearly and look at it in a new light. The jokes I laughed at back then have become satire about many issues that have been rehashed in adulthood. Take a second and check out this classic comic about war.
Sep 25
adminpolitics 700, 700b, america, bailout, billion
The Bail out
“The American Republic will endure until the day Congress discovers that it can bribe the public with the public’s money.” - Alexis de Tocqueville
There is a lot going on in todays world. The dollar is back in a freefall. The housing bubble has burst. Pretty much every financial institution is failing. America is involved in two wars, and oil is near it’s all time high.
What are we as a country going to do? There are many opinions and beliefs as to what our country needs to do in order to return to the dominance we took for granted.
In this article, I am going to present a few different perspectives pertaining to the $700 Billion dollar Bailout that is currently being debated in Congress.
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Sep 18
adminpolitics Barack, Barack Obama, John Mccain, mccain, Small Business
As this political season begins to climax, I’ve been following the candidates view on small business more closely. In an effort to provide information to the general public, I have provided both candidates plans for small business solutions below. Take a few minutes and go through each candidates bullet points and decide for yourself who you think the better commander in chief will be.
Both candidates provide some similar ideas - they also offer some stark difference pertaining to solutions for small business growth in the United States. I emplore you to take a look, compare, and decide.
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Aug 29
adminpolitics Palin, politics, Sarah
In a total shocker, John McCain has picked Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as his Republican Vice Presidential Running Mate. I really have no idea how this is going to play out. It will greatly help McCain with the female vote ( Obviously ) but will it be enough to break the momentum Obama has gained after he wrecked it in Denver. Historically, I have always been a moderate (Leaning to the right because of fiscal responsibility) But clearly the base has disregarded all responsibility recently. I am so disenfranchised right now with all forms of politics. Who knows how this is going to play out. I honestly don’t think I have even heard of Sarah Palin before 30 minutes ago.
Here’s the official link
Aug 11
adminpolitics hot chick, mccain, politics
man Meghan McCain is blowing it up. She’s using her dads popularity like an entrepreneur should… to her benefit. She has started a blog, is featured in GQ, and allegedly is working on some sort of Fashion. I always enjoy reading these types of Stories. It’s good seeing people using self promotion to generate attention, wealth, and interest.
For some reason i’m even oddly attracted to her.. I dont know if it is her self promotion antics, her republican fathers possible white house bid, or her hot billionaire mother. But something is definitely cool about this chick!
She even has a blog that you can see here
::UPDATE:: according to her bio, she has also worked for Newsweek and Saturday Night Live. This chick knows how to get it done
