So the "March" toward Madness, begins....I've not commented on politics in this forum in a very long time. Partly because I've (rather reluctantly) learned that most folks who read what I post, will do so because of their own political bent, in looking for support for it, rather than searching posts of various viewpoints, to read. This means that the labels I use to tag this post, will--in large measure-- define who reads it.
I can honestly call myself an intellectual, because I define intellectual as someone who is sophisticated enough to engage in a discussion of varying viewpoints. A person can be very intelligent, yet not an intellectual. And intelligent, and intellectual, is a great place to start, but I want to go beyond those, and.....I hope we can get to a place where we can find the good in each political party, or at least the good in each person of a different political affiliation, or philosophy.
I have watched with amusement, some of the televised debates. Then I watched, in horror.
So, here goes:
I do not believe that every person on the "Right"--Republican, or Conservative, or even Trump-supporter, is a racist, or a misogynist, or a homophobe.
I do not believe they are terribly uninformed, or uneducated.
They are angry, yes. But so is the Left.
The Marco Rubio campaign does not scare me, and in fact, I think he's a solid fellow who, one day, probably will become this country's first Latino (he's Cuban) President. (Unless those Mexican Democrat twins from a state in the southwest, do it first!)
The fact that I rarely agree with any of Senator Rubio's views does not change the fact that I recognize his ability to lead in a real across-the-aisle-way, which he demonstrated in working on the Immigration Bill for which even President Obama thanked him. As a member of the LGBTQIA community, many fellow members may (fairly) ask, how can you even consider Senator Rubio, when you identify as Bi? He does not support Marriage Equality.
That is true, he does not support Marriage Equality. But he does support a strong military, and Israel--two causes about which I also feel strongly. He's honest, and has an incredibly compelling back-story: the son of two hard-working immigrants who sacrificed to give him the better life he wants every American, to have a shot at.
I think if the Republican Party is smart, they will get on board the Rubio train, before the high-flying aerial stuntmaster--Donald Trump--descends into a tailspin, and nose-dives into the concrete, below.
I think John Kasich is a decent, true Moderate. He, too, has demonstrated the ability to lead--he's the only candidate who remains among the Republicans running--who has served as a Governor, which means he's had real, Executive-branch, experience. And he said this, when asked if he world repeal Marriage Equality:
"The Supreme Court has already ruled on that. It's the law. I'm ready to move on..."
I think it's a pity that Republicans/Conservatives did not give Kasich any visible support.
Why didn't he get support? Why didn't March Rubio, get more support, earlier?
Being moderate, and able to compromise, seems to be the issue.
My dear friend Alan asked the question which I'm certain is forming in many of our minds:
"When did 'compromise' become a bad word?"
On the Left, as well. Hillary Clinton has been "bullied" into parroting a lot of the more Left-of-Left viewpoints, (the ones eloquently, though somewhat radically espoused by the venerable old Bernie Sanders) and she has been what I call "Moderate-shamed".
I think the answer is to find the good. There is good on both sides of the aisle, and there must be the ability to compromise--on both sides--or we cannot engage, discuss, and....act....to move this wonderfully eclectic place called the USA, forward.
Peace, kids.
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Wednesday, September 17, 2008
WILL WOMEN PLEASE GET OVER THAT HILLARY LOST?
A dear friend of mine, who I deeply respect, railed about how she may not vote for Obama, that he doesn't (yet) have her vote. How she's upset that Hillary was treated poorly, that she still believes Hillary is more qualified, etc.
I said "You're not a PUMA, are you?"
"Yes, I am. I'm a PUMA--Party Unity, My Ass......"
I gently suggested that Obama would later most likely ask Hillary if she'd want a Cabinet post, (say, Head of Health, Education & Welfare, or even Secretary of State), but my lovely friend said,"No way--he HATES her......"
She went on to say she is "sick of the corruption in the Democratic party. Nancy Pelosi is jealous of Hillary..." etc. etc.
I countered with "What about the corruption in the Republican party?" She answered with "It's about making a statement; it's the principle, Lisa....."
I pointed out that Hillary Clinton hasn't worked for all these great goals to have women vote AGAINST what she's worked for. That she WANTS them to vote Obama/Biden. Still my friend resists. So, here's an article for all women out there, who still feel (with reason) some disenfranchisement.
Bold italics are mine.
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Women's rights groups endorse Obama for president
By ANN SANNER, Associated Press Writer
Women's rights groups endorsed Barack Obama for president Tuesday, asserting the historic selection of a female Republican vice presidential candidate does not make up for John McCain's lack of support on issues important to women.
"We don't think it's much to break a glass ceiling for one woman and leave millions of women behind," said Eleanor Smeal, president of the Feminist Majority Foundation.
Smeal was among leaders from six organizations that announced their endorsement of the Democratic presidential nominee at a news conference.
Obama also won the support of the National Organization for Women, which said it has not endorsed a candidate for president since Walter Mondale and Geraldine Ferraro shared the Democratic ticket in 1984. Ferraro was the first female major-party vice presidential candidate.
NOW backed New York Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton in the primaries. "We join with her in saying 'no,'" said NOW President Kim Gandy, referring to a line Clinton used at the Democratic convention last month. "No way, no how, no McCain."
Gandy and Smeal dismissed polls that suggested McCain has received a boost in support from white women after he picked Palin.
"The die is not cast yet," Smeal said.
An Associated Press-GfK Poll of likely voters last week showed Obama's lead among women at 49 percent to 44 percent. The same AP-GfK poll showed that white women are backing McCain over Obama, 53 percent to 40 percent.
Gandy predicted women will quickly swing their support to Obama once they know where Palin stands on the issues. The Alaska governor opposes abortion except in the case of a threat to the mother's life.
However, data from the recent AP-GfK poll suggests that it might be difficult for Obama to win over some white women.
The survey, conducted Sept. 5-10, found 65 percent of working-class white women say Palin shares their values, 71 percent said so of McCain, compared to 52 percent for Obama and 46 percent for Democratic vice presidential nominee Joe Biden.
The McCain campaign said it was unhappy with NOW's decision to endorse Obama in the race for the White House.
"It's extremely disappointing that an organization that purports to be an advocate for all women not only opposes, but feels compelled to go out of its way to criticize and make negative comments, about the only ticket in the presidential race with a woman on the ticket," Palin's spokeswoman Maria Comella said in an e-mail.
Smeal said the organizations have and will continue to protest any sexism in the presidential campaign, but she added, "We think it's time to get off issues such as lipstick and on to the issues, really, that are challenging this nation."
Gandy criticized Republicans for changing their tone on sexism.
"I love it that Republicans have discovered sexism in the media," she said. "Because they didn't see any of it when it was being directed at Hillary Clinton. But once Sarah Palin got a dose of it, which we also pointed out, they were all over it." She did not explain how her group defended Palin from sexism.
Obama was also endorsed by leaders from Business and Professional Women/USA, the National Association of Social Workers, the National Congress of Black Women and the Women's Information Network.
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We're in this to win. Let's get it together, ladies.
Peace, kids.
A dear friend of mine, who I deeply respect, railed about how she may not vote for Obama, that he doesn't (yet) have her vote. How she's upset that Hillary was treated poorly, that she still believes Hillary is more qualified, etc.
I said "You're not a PUMA, are you?"
"Yes, I am. I'm a PUMA--Party Unity, My Ass......"
I gently suggested that Obama would later most likely ask Hillary if she'd want a Cabinet post, (say, Head of Health, Education & Welfare, or even Secretary of State), but my lovely friend said,"No way--he HATES her......"
She went on to say she is "sick of the corruption in the Democratic party. Nancy Pelosi is jealous of Hillary..." etc. etc.
I countered with "What about the corruption in the Republican party?" She answered with "It's about making a statement; it's the principle, Lisa....."
I pointed out that Hillary Clinton hasn't worked for all these great goals to have women vote AGAINST what she's worked for. That she WANTS them to vote Obama/Biden. Still my friend resists. So, here's an article for all women out there, who still feel (with reason) some disenfranchisement.
Bold italics are mine.
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Women's rights groups endorse Obama for president
By ANN SANNER, Associated Press Writer
Women's rights groups endorsed Barack Obama for president Tuesday, asserting the historic selection of a female Republican vice presidential candidate does not make up for John McCain's lack of support on issues important to women.
"We don't think it's much to break a glass ceiling for one woman and leave millions of women behind," said Eleanor Smeal, president of the Feminist Majority Foundation.
Smeal was among leaders from six organizations that announced their endorsement of the Democratic presidential nominee at a news conference.
Obama also won the support of the National Organization for Women, which said it has not endorsed a candidate for president since Walter Mondale and Geraldine Ferraro shared the Democratic ticket in 1984. Ferraro was the first female major-party vice presidential candidate.
NOW backed New York Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton in the primaries. "We join with her in saying 'no,'" said NOW President Kim Gandy, referring to a line Clinton used at the Democratic convention last month. "No way, no how, no McCain."
Gandy and Smeal dismissed polls that suggested McCain has received a boost in support from white women after he picked Palin.
"The die is not cast yet," Smeal said.
An Associated Press-GfK Poll of likely voters last week showed Obama's lead among women at 49 percent to 44 percent. The same AP-GfK poll showed that white women are backing McCain over Obama, 53 percent to 40 percent.
Gandy predicted women will quickly swing their support to Obama once they know where Palin stands on the issues. The Alaska governor opposes abortion except in the case of a threat to the mother's life.
However, data from the recent AP-GfK poll suggests that it might be difficult for Obama to win over some white women.
The survey, conducted Sept. 5-10, found 65 percent of working-class white women say Palin shares their values, 71 percent said so of McCain, compared to 52 percent for Obama and 46 percent for Democratic vice presidential nominee Joe Biden.
The McCain campaign said it was unhappy with NOW's decision to endorse Obama in the race for the White House.
"It's extremely disappointing that an organization that purports to be an advocate for all women not only opposes, but feels compelled to go out of its way to criticize and make negative comments, about the only ticket in the presidential race with a woman on the ticket," Palin's spokeswoman Maria Comella said in an e-mail.
Smeal said the organizations have and will continue to protest any sexism in the presidential campaign, but she added, "We think it's time to get off issues such as lipstick and on to the issues, really, that are challenging this nation."
Gandy criticized Republicans for changing their tone on sexism.
"I love it that Republicans have discovered sexism in the media," she said. "Because they didn't see any of it when it was being directed at Hillary Clinton. But once Sarah Palin got a dose of it, which we also pointed out, they were all over it." She did not explain how her group defended Palin from sexism.
Obama was also endorsed by leaders from Business and Professional Women/USA, the National Association of Social Workers, the National Congress of Black Women and the Women's Information Network.
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We're in this to win. Let's get it together, ladies.
Peace, kids.
Saturday, February 23, 2008
THE DEBATE.
I decided to calm down a bit after Thursday's Debate.I was tickled that for the most part, both candidates were civil, and even kind at times...but Hillary's nasty cheap shot at Senator Obama made me wonder why she felt she had to do that, even as she scored points for speaking well, and received cheers and applause equal to his during the debate.
I think it's time to ready ourselves for a New America--the slogan of Kerry/Edwards in 2004 was "Change We Can Believe In"(I still have my button).I was sorry that slogan never galvanized the country in the way the catchword Change has, now. But, better late than never.
Here's to a President Barack Obama, and Change, and
a New America--an America that has a chance at regaining integrity, and developing a decent relationship/reputation with the rest of the world.
I decided to calm down a bit after Thursday's Debate.I was tickled that for the most part, both candidates were civil, and even kind at times...but Hillary's nasty cheap shot at Senator Obama made me wonder why she felt she had to do that, even as she scored points for speaking well, and received cheers and applause equal to his during the debate.
I think it's time to ready ourselves for a New America--the slogan of Kerry/Edwards in 2004 was "Change We Can Believe In"(I still have my button).I was sorry that slogan never galvanized the country in the way the catchword Change has, now. But, better late than never.
Here's to a President Barack Obama, and Change, and
a New America--an America that has a chance at regaining integrity, and developing a decent relationship/reputation with the rest of the world.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
BARACK OBAMA WINS AGAIN, AND AGAIN!
I'm really getting very excited about this. I'd predicted a Hawaii win, but was surprised he won Wisconsin so handily!I really think Texas is still Hillary-country, but Ohio may be up for grabs.Pennsylvania, hmmm, I dunno who carries more weight there.
Whoever secures the nomination, I certainly hope they give serious thought to their running-mate.In Hillary's case, she'll NEED Senator Obama--if he'd be willing to take a co-pilot position.But, like I said over two years ago, I really do not see Hillary getting the nomination.If Senator Obama is the nominee, I hope he'll consider Hillary(even though my personal "first pick" would be John Edwards), in order to keep the Democratic party pacified.
What are your thoughts, readers? A number of women have told me that they became convinced to vote Obama, after hearing my reasons for backing him.That's flattering to me, and I definitely believe Senator Barack Obama IS the best candidate...but I have a tiny voice inside that still wishes I could vote for a woman, too. What choices we have, in 2008. Never thought I'd live to see such progress, such beauty.
I'm really getting very excited about this. I'd predicted a Hawaii win, but was surprised he won Wisconsin so handily!I really think Texas is still Hillary-country, but Ohio may be up for grabs.Pennsylvania, hmmm, I dunno who carries more weight there.
Whoever secures the nomination, I certainly hope they give serious thought to their running-mate.In Hillary's case, she'll NEED Senator Obama--if he'd be willing to take a co-pilot position.But, like I said over two years ago, I really do not see Hillary getting the nomination.If Senator Obama is the nominee, I hope he'll consider Hillary(even though my personal "first pick" would be John Edwards), in order to keep the Democratic party pacified.
What are your thoughts, readers? A number of women have told me that they became convinced to vote Obama, after hearing my reasons for backing him.That's flattering to me, and I definitely believe Senator Barack Obama IS the best candidate...but I have a tiny voice inside that still wishes I could vote for a woman, too. What choices we have, in 2008. Never thought I'd live to see such progress, such beauty.
Monday, February 11, 2008
First, a commercial:
Please join me as I read my poetry, alongside literary giant Judson("The Sweet Everlasting") Mitcham, at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center,in Decatur, This Wednesday, February 13th.The Reading begins promptly at 8:15 P.M.
I am so honored to be able to read with this wonderful novelist and poet...Please arrive around 7:45 to ensure a seat!
More information available to the right of this column, when you click on Callanwolde !Now, on to my latest post...
OBAMA ON TOP.
Of course, anything can change, but the way it looks now, I'm pretty excited, happy, and filled with hope.Check out this article, from Yahoo News...
Obama narrowly leads McCain in AP poll
16 minutes ago
Democrat Barack Obama has a narrow lead over John McCain in a potential presidential matchup, while Hillary Rodham Clinton is about even with the Republican front-runner, an Associated Press-Ipsos poll indicated Monday.
The survey is the first look at voter sentiment since last week's Super Tuesday presidential contests around the country and Mitt Romney's departure from the GOP race. Obama and Clinton are battling in a Democratic campaign that may take weeks or even months to resolve, while McCain, an Arizona senator, is the likely Republican nominee.
Obama, an Illinois senator, led McCain in the poll by 48 percent to 42 percent when people were asked which one they would prefer if the presidential race were held now. Clinton, a senator from New York, got 46 percent to McCain's 45 percent in their matchup.
The poll shows Obama leading Clinton in the race for the Democratic nomination, 46 percent to 41 percent. McCain is well ahead of former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, who has remained in the Republican contest, by 44 percent to 30 percent. Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas, has 9 percent.
The survey was conducted from Feb. 7-10 and involved telephone interviews with 1,029 adults. It had an overall margin of sampling error of plus or minus 3.1 percentage points.
Included were 520 Democrats, for whom the margin of sampling error was plus or minus 4.3 points, and 357 Republicans, with a margin of sampling error of plus or minus 5.2 points.
So there you have it.
Senator Clinton, I congratulate you on all your hard work.Let's get to campaigning for ONE candidate(Sen. Barack Obama), to ensure VICTORY in the fall...
What a birthday present I'll have, when the Democrats take the White House.Election Day falls on my (Nov. 4th) Birthday!
Please join me as I read my poetry, alongside literary giant Judson("The Sweet Everlasting") Mitcham, at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center,in Decatur, This Wednesday, February 13th.The Reading begins promptly at 8:15 P.M.
I am so honored to be able to read with this wonderful novelist and poet...Please arrive around 7:45 to ensure a seat!
More information available to the right of this column, when you click on Callanwolde !Now, on to my latest post...
OBAMA ON TOP.
Of course, anything can change, but the way it looks now, I'm pretty excited, happy, and filled with hope.Check out this article, from Yahoo News...
Obama narrowly leads McCain in AP poll
16 minutes ago
Democrat Barack Obama has a narrow lead over John McCain in a potential presidential matchup, while Hillary Rodham Clinton is about even with the Republican front-runner, an Associated Press-Ipsos poll indicated Monday.
The survey is the first look at voter sentiment since last week's Super Tuesday presidential contests around the country and Mitt Romney's departure from the GOP race. Obama and Clinton are battling in a Democratic campaign that may take weeks or even months to resolve, while McCain, an Arizona senator, is the likely Republican nominee.
Obama, an Illinois senator, led McCain in the poll by 48 percent to 42 percent when people were asked which one they would prefer if the presidential race were held now. Clinton, a senator from New York, got 46 percent to McCain's 45 percent in their matchup.
The poll shows Obama leading Clinton in the race for the Democratic nomination, 46 percent to 41 percent. McCain is well ahead of former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, who has remained in the Republican contest, by 44 percent to 30 percent. Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas, has 9 percent.
The survey was conducted from Feb. 7-10 and involved telephone interviews with 1,029 adults. It had an overall margin of sampling error of plus or minus 3.1 percentage points.
Included were 520 Democrats, for whom the margin of sampling error was plus or minus 4.3 points, and 357 Republicans, with a margin of sampling error of plus or minus 5.2 points.
So there you have it.
Senator Clinton, I congratulate you on all your hard work.Let's get to campaigning for ONE candidate(Sen. Barack Obama), to ensure VICTORY in the fall...
What a birthday present I'll have, when the Democrats take the White House.Election Day falls on my (Nov. 4th) Birthday!
Sunday, February 10, 2008
OUR ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY!
It's official, kids--as of about three hours ago(it's nearly 11:00 P.M. here in the Atlanta area)I've been in this committed relationship called marriage exactly one year(and the "before" part, since August, 1995).
How is marriage different from living together? In my case, it simply feels more "sacred".I feel I have been entrusted with his welfare, with his deepest needs and wants, and he with mine. And we "sealed the deal", by proclaiming that committment, "In front of God and everyone.."
A dear friend of Hansoo's recently met up with us, and asked about our staying together for so long(since we've been together for nearly 13 years, that's literally longer than many marriages).I told this fellow that it takes work, and any couple who says they "never disagree" have a pretty shallow(they never reveal when they feel differently about something, or they avoid ALL conflict--very unhealthy) relationship.
But there's a RIGHT way to disagree, and really WRONG ways to disagree.Name-calling, hurtful words, ridicule, has no place in a discussion, debate, or argument.
I'd say mutual respect, and never going to a place of "cheap shots" ensures that even when you or your partner are not at their absolute best, neither of you will do your absolute worst.The rest of the time?
I try to be patient, since Hansoo is NOT the extrovert I am, and often declines social events, lectures, plays, public readings, etc.He's a solitary type, while I enjoy tremendously being around gobs of people(I spend ENOUGH time alone--writing, rehearsing, etc..).
It has grounded me to be at home more, and I am much more comfortable "in my skin" than I was many years ago.
I don't know if being with Hansoo has helped me adapt to more "at home" activities, but I think it has... Likewise, I think he's grown in reaching out to others(which is difficult for a real introvert).
I hope we "balance" each other, and I hope it lasts.
In the news:
OBAMA SWEEPS!!
I predicted over two years ago Hillary would NOT get the nomination, and that may very well be what happens. Having said that, I find her more appealing than ever--her tenacity is amazing!
I am a strong, steadfast Obama supporter, but I hope "Dream Team" comes about, because I think if the two of them could agree to be on the ticket together, it would be an amazing landslide!
(Sidebar: John Edwards may be waiting-in-the-wings for a shot at V.P. or a Cabinet post).
Have a great night--I'm headed to bed, to uh, celebrate our anniversary!
It's official, kids--as of about three hours ago(it's nearly 11:00 P.M. here in the Atlanta area)I've been in this committed relationship called marriage exactly one year(and the "before" part, since August, 1995).
How is marriage different from living together? In my case, it simply feels more "sacred".I feel I have been entrusted with his welfare, with his deepest needs and wants, and he with mine. And we "sealed the deal", by proclaiming that committment, "In front of God and everyone.."
A dear friend of Hansoo's recently met up with us, and asked about our staying together for so long(since we've been together for nearly 13 years, that's literally longer than many marriages).I told this fellow that it takes work, and any couple who says they "never disagree" have a pretty shallow(they never reveal when they feel differently about something, or they avoid ALL conflict--very unhealthy) relationship.
But there's a RIGHT way to disagree, and really WRONG ways to disagree.Name-calling, hurtful words, ridicule, has no place in a discussion, debate, or argument.
I'd say mutual respect, and never going to a place of "cheap shots" ensures that even when you or your partner are not at their absolute best, neither of you will do your absolute worst.The rest of the time?
I try to be patient, since Hansoo is NOT the extrovert I am, and often declines social events, lectures, plays, public readings, etc.He's a solitary type, while I enjoy tremendously being around gobs of people(I spend ENOUGH time alone--writing, rehearsing, etc..).
It has grounded me to be at home more, and I am much more comfortable "in my skin" than I was many years ago.
I don't know if being with Hansoo has helped me adapt to more "at home" activities, but I think it has... Likewise, I think he's grown in reaching out to others(which is difficult for a real introvert).
I hope we "balance" each other, and I hope it lasts.
In the news:
OBAMA SWEEPS!!
I predicted over two years ago Hillary would NOT get the nomination, and that may very well be what happens. Having said that, I find her more appealing than ever--her tenacity is amazing!
I am a strong, steadfast Obama supporter, but I hope "Dream Team" comes about, because I think if the two of them could agree to be on the ticket together, it would be an amazing landslide!
(Sidebar: John Edwards may be waiting-in-the-wings for a shot at V.P. or a Cabinet post).
Have a great night--I'm headed to bed, to uh, celebrate our anniversary!
Monday, February 04, 2008
Tomorrow(Super-Tuesday)I am headed down to College Park to do some campaigning(door-to-door) for Senator Barack Obama's Campaign for America...
If you are still unsure of who you'll vote for, please take a look at Barack Obama's website, which I just added as a link, to the right of this column.
I got to speak with some of the folks working for his campaign, and they are dedicated, kind, and focused--I knew they would be, as these qualities are a direct reflection of the man himself.
So, here's to Super-Tuesday, and a win for Barack Obama...
And to all my friends who are Hillary-supporters, good luck to you, too.
May the best Democratic nominee, win. And may that person--(please, God!) win over the Republican candidate, come fall!
If you are still unsure of who you'll vote for, please take a look at Barack Obama's website, which I just added as a link, to the right of this column.
I got to speak with some of the folks working for his campaign, and they are dedicated, kind, and focused--I knew they would be, as these qualities are a direct reflection of the man himself.
So, here's to Super-Tuesday, and a win for Barack Obama...
And to all my friends who are Hillary-supporters, good luck to you, too.
May the best Democratic nominee, win. And may that person--(please, God!) win over the Republican candidate, come fall!
Saturday, February 02, 2008
DEMS "DEBATE"....
I did not see a whole lot of difference in terms of opinions, and views, and actual PLANS between Obama, and Hillary....
that said, Obama is the one for me.He has, as I've repeated for almost two years now(even before he decided to run), NO ties to lobbyists money, and/or major corporations(Hillary unfortunately, definitely does have a lot she "owes" these kinds of folks).
Obama's momentum appears unstoppable.
And, I think he can actually WIN over John "Grandpa Munster" (thank you, Bill Maher!)McCain.
Hillary at the top of the Dems ticket would be a mistake, but I do think (if she'll actually accept the second-slot)vice-president would be okay with most folks.
Still wishing John Edwards had hung in there, for the second-slot, but those days I suppose, are gone(sigh).
I had been sending out info on Edwards, and had simultaneously signed up with Obama's campaign, a few months ago.
After Edwards dropped out, I signed on to do more campaigning for Obama, which begins for me, this weekend.
Other news:
REMEMBER: Wednesday, February 13th-- be there by 7:00 P.M., to ensure a good seat--Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, Judson ("The Sweet Everlasting")Mitcham, reading from his new collection of poems, and hey--yours truly, reading alongside this literary giant!
Come on out to hear the wonderful Judson Mitcham, and hear me read from my "Words From Water: Poems", too.
$5.00 for General Admission, and $3.00 for Students and Seniors.
REMEMBER: February 29th is the RELEASE-PARTY for Dustin Brookshire's LIMP WRIST Literary Magazine!!
BE AT OUTWRITE BOOKS that night, for all the excitement!!
Get more details by clicking on the Limp Wrist link at the right of this column!
See you soon!
I did not see a whole lot of difference in terms of opinions, and views, and actual PLANS between Obama, and Hillary....
that said, Obama is the one for me.He has, as I've repeated for almost two years now(even before he decided to run), NO ties to lobbyists money, and/or major corporations(Hillary unfortunately, definitely does have a lot she "owes" these kinds of folks).
Obama's momentum appears unstoppable.
And, I think he can actually WIN over John "Grandpa Munster" (thank you, Bill Maher!)McCain.
Hillary at the top of the Dems ticket would be a mistake, but I do think (if she'll actually accept the second-slot)vice-president would be okay with most folks.
Still wishing John Edwards had hung in there, for the second-slot, but those days I suppose, are gone(sigh).
I had been sending out info on Edwards, and had simultaneously signed up with Obama's campaign, a few months ago.
After Edwards dropped out, I signed on to do more campaigning for Obama, which begins for me, this weekend.
Other news:
REMEMBER: Wednesday, February 13th-- be there by 7:00 P.M., to ensure a good seat--Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, Judson ("The Sweet Everlasting")Mitcham, reading from his new collection of poems, and hey--yours truly, reading alongside this literary giant!
Come on out to hear the wonderful Judson Mitcham, and hear me read from my "Words From Water: Poems", too.
$5.00 for General Admission, and $3.00 for Students and Seniors.
REMEMBER: February 29th is the RELEASE-PARTY for Dustin Brookshire's LIMP WRIST Literary Magazine!!
BE AT OUTWRITE BOOKS that night, for all the excitement!!
Get more details by clicking on the Limp Wrist link at the right of this column!
See you soon!
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
John Edwards is out? It certainly looks like he's ended his run for the office of President, though the actual word he used is telling:
"suspending", not ending, was the word he chose.....Hmmmmmmm.
methinks he could hop into the second-slot of nominee for Vice-President(if asked), and sail to victory with Obama at the helm, quite easily!
But then, there's Hillary. Champion for women and children, highly educated and skilled, and the most experienced. Unfortunately, as I have been saying for two years now, she is extremely unpopular--with most men, and approximately half of all Democrats.
And is seen as very divisive.I've also noted that the Pharmaceutical Industry OWNS her, by way of all the hefty $$ from their powerful lobby which has handed her millions...And let's not forget the war-machine, including the company Halliburton, and several key REPUBLICANS, who have contributed to her campaign!!
So, let's support Barack Obama completely, and let's hope he eventually selects John Edwards for a running mate.That's a ticket that has, as I've said before--the vision of Obama, the pragmatism of Edwards--in short, the ticket that has the ability to WIN over a Republican candidate.
I have said repeatedly I believe if John McCain gets the nomination(hardly a "given", seeing as how the Repubs tend to not choose "moderates" like McCain), that opposite Obama, there would be a clear choice in terms of VIEWS OF THE WORLD...
I think it's like this:
Republicans think of themselves as simply American(we have only to look at their views on immigration, their insistence on establishing a "national language", etc.., to see how pervasive this exclusivity is felt by them) only,
whereas Democrats see our role as Americans, as being
Citizens of the World.
I hope the match-up will be between John McCain and Barack Obama.
A contest between Mitt Romney and Barack Obama or Mike Huckabee and Barack Obama, would be too boring. It would be a slam-dunk for Democrats, I believe.
I think if Hillary wins the nomination, she'll lose the race for the Presidency....
Possibly to one of the lesser Repubs, and definitely to John McCain.
Both Barack Obama, and John McCain have collaborated--across the aisles, Democrat and Republican, and will continue to do so.Both have pledged to do so.Both men wage fair campaigns, with little or no ugliness, and both dislike the old school politicians.
And on the Iraq War, there is a very very clear distinction:
John McCain has said "Whether it takes 100 years, or 1,000, we will have victory in Iraq..."
He makes no apologies for that statement, saying we must "win".
Barack Obama has said "We should be as careful in getting out, as we were careless in going in,", and has pledged to draw down troops immediately upon taking office.
How do YOU feel about the war in Iraq? As for me, I do not believe ANY militairy solution is possible.
The troops did what this government asked of them, and more. Let them come home.
"suspending", not ending, was the word he chose.....Hmmmmmmm.
methinks he could hop into the second-slot of nominee for Vice-President(if asked), and sail to victory with Obama at the helm, quite easily!
But then, there's Hillary. Champion for women and children, highly educated and skilled, and the most experienced. Unfortunately, as I have been saying for two years now, she is extremely unpopular--with most men, and approximately half of all Democrats.
And is seen as very divisive.I've also noted that the Pharmaceutical Industry OWNS her, by way of all the hefty $$ from their powerful lobby which has handed her millions...And let's not forget the war-machine, including the company Halliburton, and several key REPUBLICANS, who have contributed to her campaign!!
So, let's support Barack Obama completely, and let's hope he eventually selects John Edwards for a running mate.That's a ticket that has, as I've said before--the vision of Obama, the pragmatism of Edwards--in short, the ticket that has the ability to WIN over a Republican candidate.
I have said repeatedly I believe if John McCain gets the nomination(hardly a "given", seeing as how the Repubs tend to not choose "moderates" like McCain), that opposite Obama, there would be a clear choice in terms of VIEWS OF THE WORLD...
I think it's like this:
Republicans think of themselves as simply American(we have only to look at their views on immigration, their insistence on establishing a "national language", etc.., to see how pervasive this exclusivity is felt by them) only,
whereas Democrats see our role as Americans, as being
Citizens of the World.
I hope the match-up will be between John McCain and Barack Obama.
A contest between Mitt Romney and Barack Obama or Mike Huckabee and Barack Obama, would be too boring. It would be a slam-dunk for Democrats, I believe.
I think if Hillary wins the nomination, she'll lose the race for the Presidency....
Possibly to one of the lesser Repubs, and definitely to John McCain.
Both Barack Obama, and John McCain have collaborated--across the aisles, Democrat and Republican, and will continue to do so.Both have pledged to do so.Both men wage fair campaigns, with little or no ugliness, and both dislike the old school politicians.
And on the Iraq War, there is a very very clear distinction:
John McCain has said "Whether it takes 100 years, or 1,000, we will have victory in Iraq..."
He makes no apologies for that statement, saying we must "win".
Barack Obama has said "We should be as careful in getting out, as we were careless in going in,", and has pledged to draw down troops immediately upon taking office.
How do YOU feel about the war in Iraq? As for me, I do not believe ANY militairy solution is possible.
The troops did what this government asked of them, and more. Let them come home.
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