The issue of money shapes everyone's decision. No doubt I paid more taxes under Clinton than under Bush yet I yearn for those years in retrospect. A budget surplus, a decreasing deficit and respect abroad are just a few of the reasons that come to mind. Also, stop using 911 as a excuse for the failings of the Bush administration with a Republican congress vs. Clinton with essentially the same Republican congress. Taking Palin over Obama just because she shares your political views is simply childish. Take ANY job in America, let alone THE MOST IMPORTANT ONE and honestly ask yourself who could do a better job. On a lesser scale, would you want your auto mechanic/ financial planner/ doctor/ lawyer/ cook/ platoon leader/ scientist/ (fill in) to be the most capable, or just someone who shares your political views and you would like to have a beer with.
Regards,
Danny
Unfortunately for this election, I find that the candidates are simply NOT good. However, sharing the polictical view while having a beer can be a fun way of bring out individual's person belief.
Here what I believe in, as many of you know. As a conservative, liberal, or undecided voter, as what JFK said, what can you do to help your country? The same apply to the elected officials.
As a society in whole, what matters is the social issues. Obama is pertty extreme with his beliefs, the word moderate doesn't even apply. It is OK for our nation to shift left, if not now, it will happen soon, but how far is the question. If we ended up like France, Germany, or even Great Britain, we may have more social problems.
What sets this country apart from all other nations is because in most cases, the decision made by the politicians have a profound effect on world stage. I like to think that if I choose to live here, I support our nation's tradition.
No talk of 911 or abortion, just simple question of, what would Obama will bring to the table vs. McCain. The issue of McCain's age shouldn't be an issue if he is healthy, and can do the job "right." Whether the talk of a "President" really can't do any thing because of our "check and balance" system, it is a completely false statement when the entire government body is composed of Democratic party. If Obama gets elected, and we have democratic congress and supreme court, yes, he will get every he want - In that case, the check and balances is not there.
Don't forget, regardless what Obama has in mind in terms of his policy, the greatest legacy a president can have is his selection of supreme court justice. The current seating is 2 conservative and 5 Liberals, I like to see a more balance seating, and that is why McCain have my vote.
As for Palin vs. Obama, this should even be part of the discussion, because we are talking about our presidential candidate, not vise presidential candidate. I do however, believe she is much more capable than Obama, but again, that's my opinion, and it really not part of the presidential discussion. How about this, I think the package is better. I can't see a candidate such as Obama preaching the word "change" and selected a old running mate know to have old school political practice and have been in the senate for half of his life.
As for the fiscal policy, don't forget, the stock market crashed under Clinton, the nation was in recession after Reagan, and the energy crises under Carter. The economic cycle does not have a favor president. The market will work its way in, and find a way out. The president did not get the title of "the most powerful man in the world" because of our economic status. It has every thing to do about the world affairs and social issues.
