Soon. I haven't posted one in a while. But I am going to Washington! Twice this coming summer. Once for a seven day trip and then I will work for Senator Mitch McConnell later this summer.
But in recent news - Immigration Reform! Arkansas passed reform that gives police officers the power to stop anyone and ask them for proof of their citizenship. Many people are saying that this raises questions of racial profiling. Does it?
It may. It allows officers to stop anyone "suspected of being an illegal alien." This could lead to officers pulling over or stopping Hispanic Americans. I don't know what to think on this issue. I know that the law means well, but it is kind of racial profiling. But what other way can a state stop illegal immigrants from taking advantages of services that legal ones need?
I think that this calls for review. Not to condemn the act, but to understand that Illegal Immigration is an issue that is growing in this country. I think that if we focused more on controlling the borders, that would stifle the need for this kind of action. The state is trying to make headway on an issue where the federal government has stopped. I admire their wanting to protect American Citizens, but wonder if there are other methods of achieving the same goal.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Lessons from The Joker
To quote the late Heath Ledger, "Come on, I want you to do it, I want you to do it. Come on, hit me." That's to the point that I am with this health care bill. President Obama and the Democrats have blatantly ignored the majority of the American People. In doing this, they have ignored the majority that is no longer silent. People are tired of this. And most importantly, they don't want it.
The Declaration of Independence states that we, as American People, have three fundamental rights: LIFE, LIBERTY, THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS. Not Life, Liberty, The pursuit of happiness and health for all. Everyone has a RIGHT to be born in our country. No where does it say that people have a right to health care. That right is left to the state, and to the state alone.
But no, the democrats and President Obama are pushing their radical agenda to change this nation. And they probably will. I am shocked and chagrined, mortified and stupefied that they would try to shove such a thing down the throats of the American people when their ratings are at an all time low. In a way, it is disgusting.
I have said it before and I will say it again: The Democratic Party will regret this. This time I will explain why - People don't want this + People running on a conservative/anti-President Obama/anti-spending ticket = Election of a congress that will be difficult for President Obama and his colleagues to achieve anything. And the passage of the health care bill, my blog readers (If there are any), will lead to the election of the aforementioned congress. It's time for Mr. Obama to get off of his high horse and stop this from (as the Joker said) "blowing out of proportion."
The Declaration of Independence states that we, as American People, have three fundamental rights: LIFE, LIBERTY, THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS. Not Life, Liberty, The pursuit of happiness and health for all. Everyone has a RIGHT to be born in our country. No where does it say that people have a right to health care. That right is left to the state, and to the state alone.
But no, the democrats and President Obama are pushing their radical agenda to change this nation. And they probably will. I am shocked and chagrined, mortified and stupefied that they would try to shove such a thing down the throats of the American people when their ratings are at an all time low. In a way, it is disgusting.
I have said it before and I will say it again: The Democratic Party will regret this. This time I will explain why - People don't want this + People running on a conservative/anti-President Obama/anti-spending ticket = Election of a congress that will be difficult for President Obama and his colleagues to achieve anything. And the passage of the health care bill, my blog readers (If there are any), will lead to the election of the aforementioned congress. It's time for Mr. Obama to get off of his high horse and stop this from (as the Joker said) "blowing out of proportion."
Monday, March 8, 2010
True Colors
The Reconciliation movement I mentioned in another blog is not hushed any longer. Democrats are openly discussing using the movement and plan on shoving health care down the American People's throat. Saturday Night Live joked saying, "At least they will have someone to look at their throat." Yeah, well that's hilarious.
President Obama is calling for something to prevent filibuster and he is says that they "must finish their work." This ultimatum is horrific. That the President of the United States of America is calling for something that there is widespread opposition to, from all areas of the political spectrum.
I hope they pass it. I really do. If the Democrats and any of the Republicans vote for this bill, it will show their true colors - that they are Progressives. Progressives that are interested in their own agenda, not the agenda of the American People. If they show who they truly are they can kiss their election goodbye.
President Obama is calling for something to prevent filibuster and he is says that they "must finish their work." This ultimatum is horrific. That the President of the United States of America is calling for something that there is widespread opposition to, from all areas of the political spectrum.
I hope they pass it. I really do. If the Democrats and any of the Republicans vote for this bill, it will show their true colors - that they are Progressives. Progressives that are interested in their own agenda, not the agenda of the American People. If they show who they truly are they can kiss their election goodbye.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Rebelution
I started reading a book the other day. It is called "Do Hard Things." The tagline for the book is, "A teenage rebellion against low expectations." That is exactly what it is. The book was authored by two nineteen aged young men.
At age sixteen they were asked to be a part of the Alabama Supreme Court and were accepted as the youngest interns in the history of that court. They then began to assist in the campaign of the most senior member of the court.
I am only about to the fourth chapter and plan on updating everyone as I progress. So far they have talked about so many things, it is absolutely mind blowing. They encourage young people to get involved and to care about politics because they are going to influence us once we graduate. It's motivational and inspiring to see two kids start one summer reading famous books and then a couple years later they have expanded to a website with thousands of followers.
I implore you to check it out and become a member of the Rebelution!
http://www.therebelution.com/
At age sixteen they were asked to be a part of the Alabama Supreme Court and were accepted as the youngest interns in the history of that court. They then began to assist in the campaign of the most senior member of the court.
I am only about to the fourth chapter and plan on updating everyone as I progress. So far they have talked about so many things, it is absolutely mind blowing. They encourage young people to get involved and to care about politics because they are going to influence us once we graduate. It's motivational and inspiring to see two kids start one summer reading famous books and then a couple years later they have expanded to a website with thousands of followers.
I implore you to check it out and become a member of the Rebelution!
http://www.therebelution.com/
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Twenty Four
Tonight i would like to traverse into a different world. Into the world of Jack Bauer, Counter Terrorism Unit Agent. He is one of the main characters of the hit television show, 24.
Warning: Spoilers. I am currently watching the second season. First things first - The show is aired in real-time. Every episode is an hour long, but it is an hour in his life. It shows you every minute of day of his life. The shows are titled as "1:00 AM - 2:00 AM."
Thus far in one day, Jack has stopped a nuclear bomb and is now trying to stop World War III from taking place. Well, he didn't exactly stop it. It was detonated, but you'll have to watch the show. Currently, I am watching him being tortured for information regarding a memory chip. Too gruesome to describe. His daughter is suspected of murder and kidnapping.
Meanwhile, since the detonation, President David Palmer (The Allstate Guy), is having to deal with mass panic. He is also going back and forth on warring with three countries that might of had something to do with the attack. Oh, and there is a coup trying to get him out of office.
This show is pretty much amazing and one of the most suspenseful. No pun intended. It's pretty relevant to our life since we live in an era that is much like this one.
Warning: Spoilers. I am currently watching the second season. First things first - The show is aired in real-time. Every episode is an hour long, but it is an hour in his life. It shows you every minute of day of his life. The shows are titled as "1:00 AM - 2:00 AM."
Thus far in one day, Jack has stopped a nuclear bomb and is now trying to stop World War III from taking place. Well, he didn't exactly stop it. It was detonated, but you'll have to watch the show. Currently, I am watching him being tortured for information regarding a memory chip. Too gruesome to describe. His daughter is suspected of murder and kidnapping.
Meanwhile, since the detonation, President David Palmer (The Allstate Guy), is having to deal with mass panic. He is also going back and forth on warring with three countries that might of had something to do with the attack. Oh, and there is a coup trying to get him out of office.
This show is pretty much amazing and one of the most suspenseful. No pun intended. It's pretty relevant to our life since we live in an era that is much like this one.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Rushed Reconciliation
When one thinks of reconciliation, one associates the word with forgiveness. However, in politics, this is not the case.
When a bill of reconciliation is being talked about in Washington, it isn't a typical thing. It is a maneuver that is used to allow bills to be passed with a lower majority than they usually require. To me, this is very controversial. According to most polls, The People disagree with the radical health care reform that was passed last year.
I'm going to go ahead and say it - This is an outright dirty move. The Democrats are scared so they are going to again try to shove their political agenda down our throats whether we like it or not. In the case of the Senate, it would lower the amount of votes required to pass the bill from 60 to 51. It is obvious that this is an attempt to block any type of opposition - from Republicans and even moderate Democrats. With the election of Senator Scott Brown, the GOP clenched the 40th vote to filibuster or debate any bill.
If the Democrats follow through with this, I only predict that this will ultimately destroy the already divided party.
When a bill of reconciliation is being talked about in Washington, it isn't a typical thing. It is a maneuver that is used to allow bills to be passed with a lower majority than they usually require. To me, this is very controversial. According to most polls, The People disagree with the radical health care reform that was passed last year.
I'm going to go ahead and say it - This is an outright dirty move. The Democrats are scared so they are going to again try to shove their political agenda down our throats whether we like it or not. In the case of the Senate, it would lower the amount of votes required to pass the bill from 60 to 51. It is obvious that this is an attempt to block any type of opposition - from Republicans and even moderate Democrats. With the election of Senator Scott Brown, the GOP clenched the 40th vote to filibuster or debate any bill.
If the Democrats follow through with this, I only predict that this will ultimately destroy the already divided party.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Capital Vocabulary
I'm kind of growing tired of the media. It all seems scrutinized too much these days. One person says one thing and people jump all over them. Rahm Emmanuel made a comment a few months back saying that something was "retarded". Sarah Palin called for him to be fired for using the comment. But when Rush Limbaugh used the term, he said it "satirically".
I'm not a fan of the comment, even though I may have said it a few times. I do happen to be a fan of some of Sarah Palin's views although there are plethoras of people that strongly dislike her. I believe it was very hypocritical of her to attack one man for saying it (a democrat) and then defend another man who used it (conservative). I believe that this will hurt Ms. Palin and it actually undermines her credibility as a person.
Let me be clear - Not defending Emmanuel. "Retard" has become a part of a lot of people's vocabulary. I'm not justifying his or anybody's use. Just saying if you are going to attack something, then you must be consistent in attacking it. I find it shocking that Sarah Palin, someone who I though could be a "Washington Outsider" could really sink down to the level of some of the unsavory characters in the Capital.
I'm not a fan of the comment, even though I may have said it a few times. I do happen to be a fan of some of Sarah Palin's views although there are plethoras of people that strongly dislike her. I believe it was very hypocritical of her to attack one man for saying it (a democrat) and then defend another man who used it (conservative). I believe that this will hurt Ms. Palin and it actually undermines her credibility as a person.
Let me be clear - Not defending Emmanuel. "Retard" has become a part of a lot of people's vocabulary. I'm not justifying his or anybody's use. Just saying if you are going to attack something, then you must be consistent in attacking it. I find it shocking that Sarah Palin, someone who I though could be a "Washington Outsider" could really sink down to the level of some of the unsavory characters in the Capital.
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