New Kid

So it seems that the rumor mill about town has a councilman ready to turn in his resignation. No, its not because of scandal, but rather a new employment position with another municipality. The current system allows for the mayor to choose a replacement. Certainly she is going to pick someone of similar interests?

Question 1

Curious to see how much more of the Hollywood celeb's are going to keep asking for healthcare..

After the speech this evening, I would have to say the above photo is only somewhat accurate. Mr. Obama, I truly believe is trying, but he seems to forget that Republicans have welcomed meetings to discuss the issue, but he has yet to atten or accept.

Good luck, we're going to need it!

With the inauguration soon to occur and Obama to become the 44th President Of The United States I have started to see a new pattern emerge. Other than the state of Illinois's is the new model of political corruptness and that Mr. Obama's new policy direction is as clear as mud, there is something much more interesting happening. Case in point, today I had a colleague of mine at work mention the new stimulus package Mr. Obama is working on. Eager was the tone as the thought of 'free' money being given away. Noticeably like Mr. Obama, my friend only stated how awful the Bush administration was, and that big business was the only friend of George Bush. I wanted to reference one important fact that my esteemed colleague failed to mention, the company we work for is part of that big business. Secondly, I wanted to discuss another issue. Would he go to someone without any financial means and ask for a job or would he go somewhere where he would be compensated for his laborious toil? Most of Mr. Obama's supporters, not all but most, have no real idea what an Obama administration is going to do other than the tired phrase 'Change'. I am curious as to how my good friend will react when he notices a significant tax increase. Maybe he will think it is good, but his dreams of becoming filthy rich will take much longer under Mr. Obama as those who have steady work and have drive to succeed will be the ones who pay more than their share of the load. Charity begins at home, but don't force anyone to pay for the lame and lazy...but wait..that is how Obama plans to 'Change'. Good luck to the USA, we're going to need it.

Georgia Secured, Let's Get Minnesota Next

Finally some good news for the Republicans, Saxby Chambliss took Georgia with 58 percent of the vote. Now the Democrats will not have their filibuster proof Senate, something that has put the fire under the Republican base. With Georgia solved we are still looking at Minnesota and can only hope for a quick answer there as incumbent Norm Coleman takes on the former SNL sketch writer turned comedian turned author turned broadcaster now turned politic an Al Franken. The fight has been and still is tough. Coleman has vigorously fought off attacks from the Franken camp which has been fuel funded by the Moveon.org and other liberal machines. Chambliss has been in a month long duel with Democrat Jim Martin. The Georgia airwaves of both radio and TV have had a series of negative attack ads going for after Chambliss with unprecedented fury. To my friends, colleagues and the residents of Georgia, a heartfelt congratulations for the Chambliss win. Now we need to have Minnesota in our thoughts and prayers as the contested race starts its final approach, and with Norm Coleman the one at the helm.

Fresh New Faces, Or Old Recgonizable Ones?

The Obamaessiah is in the process of naming his cabinet post and as many might have guessed, there really isn't much change in his picks from the last Democratic presidency of Bill Clinton. We are seeing some familiar names in the muck of it all. Former Secretary of Energy Bill Richardson, has been named the new Commerce Secretary. Former advisor to Bill Clinton in 1998, Rham Emanuel, will be the White House Chief of Staff. Then you have Hillary Clinton as the new Secretary of State. Wow! Mr. Obama, you really pulled it over the American people. The platform of 'Change' was really a smoke screen of pushing the agenda forward. There has been some criticism of Mr. Obama for not bringing fresh new faces to the table, but in some cases I couldn't really blame him. There aren't too many fresh new faces in Washington to take the reigns and move the country ahead. Reason stems from that simple fact that most people see how ugly the politics have been that past 8 years. The constant blame President Bush for anything and everything has gone on far too long. Too many Americans are relying on the government to fulfill their basic needs. Now we have the choices for almost all of the Obama Cabinet and many come with some valuable experience but there are others who have a significant amount of baggage to lug around with them that can make them a target for the Republicans. Now the Republicans need to really take this information and carefully examine every move that these people make in their new found position and ensure that they act in responsible manner regarding the fate of the US. As most Conservatives are upset with an Obama victory, they can certainly take comfort in the fact that the same Clinton faces that will soon take residence in the Obama cabinet will most definitely feel the uncomfortable Conservative stare and cave under pressure.

America Got Change, Short Changed.

It has been a couple of days since the Justice League has been defeated by the Legion of Doom. (That would be the Republicans versus the Democrats for those unaware of comic book heroes) I suppose that most of America is ready to move forward and get the country working together. We are hearing how Obama wants to work across the aisles with Republicans and Conservatives on issues that need the most serious attention first. Agreed however, we did have the White House for 8 years and I cannot think of a time when OUR president was given much if any respect. It was a continuous fight with democrats in Washington. So in the spirit of civility and fair play, I recommend that we Republicans give the Democrats the same respect that they had given us during the last 8 years. Oddly enough the tables will quickly turn upon us in the media. We will be chastised for our beliefs and have them misinterpret them as we are just 'racists' incapable of civilized debate. With that stated we as the Republicans should be preparing for our daily skewering by the media and develop the think skin it takes to hold public office. I guess America did get change, short changed!